crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Navigating the transition between a salaried employee and running your own consulting business can be tricky. Public relations consulting. Sole proprietorship or LLC? If you’re interested in a little more protection, an LLC (or Limited Liability Company ) may be a better fit. But employees must be paid.

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Hearpreneur

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Laura began Laura Orrico Public Relations, LLC in 2016 and has found major success with a number of high-profile clients across the country. We had a chance to interview Laura and asked about her story, how she started her business and the future of Laura Orrico Public Relations. Tell us your story.

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Hearpreneur

AUGUST 11, 2017

Leadership is the process through which an entrepreneur is able to influence employees to achieve the objectives of the organization. To be an effective leader, an entrepreneur must build trust and confidence among employee and communicate effectively with them. Business owners *and* employees can both be entrepreneurs.

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Hearpreneur

MARCH 15, 2019

Thanks to Brandy Runyan, Black Diamond PR Firm, LLC ! #2- I originally provided pro-bono public relations services to artists and non-profits due to my love for the community and the arts. Now, I have employees, a production studio and we are very busy. 2- Develop world-class vehicles. Photo Credit: Dr. Geeta Fisker.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 8, 2019

Thanks to Alexis Cartagena, Advance Accounting, LLC ! #5- 5- Promote employee engagement. I think that the key to running a leading workforce is to ensure that your employees are happy and plan to stick around. Advertising & Public Relations ! #9- Photo Credit: Alexandra Zamolo. Thanks to Robert Barrows, R.M.

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Hearpreneur

JUNE 14, 2017

I started R Public Relations on a wing and a prayer, but my reputation in the public relations world has followed me to success. I encourage my employees to work lifestyle hours that allow them to be whole people while also growing their careers and growing the business. 10 – To Keep Traveling Abroad.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 27, 2014

Setting up the business as an LLC or C-corporation can now be done online with low registration fees and minimal risk. For startups, social media and color printers have essentially replaced the need for external public relations and marketing services. With Google, you get all the storage you need in the cloud for free.

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Hearpreneur

JANUARY 7, 2017

Thanks to Joe Battisto, Haven Environmental LLC ! #6 I started Bruno’s Barkin’ Biscuits, LLC because I want to offer dog owners a safe and healthy treat option when it comes to their pups. Bruno’s Barkin’ Biscuits, LLC is a small, home-based company in Michigan specializing in all-natural, preservative free, and healthy dog treats.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 24, 2017

As we continue to grow as a company, we will strive to remain a great place where our employees love to work. One of my major accomplishments of 2017 is being named Chair of the Public Relations and Communications Committee for The Los Angeles South Chamber of Commerce. Burr, Burr Consulting, LLC ! #24-

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Hearpreneur

MARCH 14, 2018

I enjoy mentoring people, both employees who come through the ranks here, and other dealers who I work with when it comes to our industry’s best practices. It’s especially rewarding when my position allows me to turn those ideas into something that can make a difference for the business, our customers, and our employees.

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Hearpreneur

JUNE 26, 2017

Thanks to Jennifer Lee Magas, Magas Media Consultants, LLC ! #10 Thanks to Rhonda Rees, Rhonda Rees Public Relations Company ! #12 Thanks to David Gourdine, Herxheimer LLC ! #17 Thanks to Brian C McHugh, McHugh Construction LLC ! #19 One day can be completely different than the next. Image Credit: Evan C.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 7, 2020

After being furloughed by the Harlem Globetrotters due to COVID-19, I founded Eric PR & Marketing, LLC as a way to help nonprofits and small businesses during difficult times. Avinu is a boutique firm dedicated to helping leaders and employees learn how to manage conflict, gain key soft skills and develop a stronger workplace culture.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

A limited liability corporation (LLC) can be formed in most states for less than $100 directly through the Internet without legal assistance. Skip the costs of payroll, office equipment and employee benefits by using remote contract services and low-cost freelancers available online.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Whether you’re looking to turn your business into an LLC or secure a loan, you’re likely going to need to outsource some aspects of establishing and running your business. As a millennial, you are likely still in contact with your friends from college or high school – target them as potential clients or even employees.

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Hearpreneur

JANUARY 21, 2017

Prior to starting my own public relations and marketing consultancy, I worked for one of the largest global advertising agencies as well as smaller boutique PR and advertising agencies. They really care about their employees, and have enough money to buy a fair amount of happiness. Thanks to Tom La Vecchia, X Factor Media ! #2

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Hearpreneur

JANUARY 22, 2017

We wanted to find a name that had meaning and that would keep every employee focused on what we are all about. When I actually started my PR firm in 2001, I had the name and the LLC already, so that’s what I went with, and in 2009 we rebranded to simply be The Eisen Agency. Thanks to Zondra Wilson, Blu Skin Care, LLC ! #24

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Up and Running

MAY 1, 2014

You’ll end up with a long, generic statement about how your company is serving its customers, employees, etc. Are you an LLC ? The company history section can provide new employees with background on the company so that they have better context for the work that they are doing and where the company has come from over the years.

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Up and Running

AUGUST 21, 2014

A benefit corporation is a legal structure for a business, similar to an L3C or LLC. ” Social benefit: This much is clear—a benefit corporation has an obligation to be socially and environmentally useful, creating a positive impact for the public. Benefit corporation pros and cons. So, what exactly is a benefit corporation?

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Hearpreneur

JANUARY 31, 2016

Thanks to Sara Brenner, Brenner Insurance Group, LLC. #4 So now I’m the owner of Perfect Pitch Media Group, a media consulting and public relations firm. This flexibility has allowed me to have the lifestyle I want while building a successful business, and it keeps my employees happy, too. 11 – Seeing a Need.

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Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 12, 2017

To be successful in your own company requires a diverse knowledge that just isn’t afforded to you in the age of hyper-specialization as someone else’s employee. I created Bow Tie Strategies – a boutique public relations firm – five years ago. Thanks to Zondra Wilson, Blu Skin Care, LLC ! #9

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Hearpreneur

MAY 9, 2018

Thanks to Julie Ann Wood, E-seedling LLC ! #10- When I left the corporate world in 2011 to start my Public Relations and Communications firm, it was important that my company/brand represent me and my background. 18- Translating common PR-related word. Thanks to Nick Gaffney, Zumado Public Relations ! #19-

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 9, 2016

The suburbs offered cheaper rents and increased quality of life for the employees. This led me to starting my own Public Relations Firm! Thanks to Laura Orrico, Laura Orrico Public Relations, LLC. #9 At the time, there were very few other companies focused on this new market niche.

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crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

The 5 Biggest Tax Differences Between an LLC and Corporation – crowdspring.co/1wVhWL7. How an Adaptive Leadership Style Brings Out the Best in Your Employees – crowdspring.co/1t2zJMb. 4 Secrets to Firing Your First Employee – crowdspring.co/1t2z5hL. Conflict Among Team Members Can Lead to Better Results – crowdspring.co/1t2zRv6.

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Hearpreneur

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Thanks to Linda Pophal, Strategic Communications, LLC ! #12 We threw out a few ideas, but happened to like Purple Pancakes LLC the best. So, we stole her password from her and decided to name our business Purple Pancakes LLC. Thanks to Anna Richardson, Purple Pancakes, LLC ! #18 Appleby, YogaForce LLC ! #32

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Hearpreneur

JUNE 14, 2015

Thanks to Sheena Parker, Mint Chocolate Solutions LLC ! I was mistreated in public multiple times by employees. A former television news reporter who moved into Public Relations, I always knew that I wanted to work for myself. Thanks to Alison Podworski, Alison May Public Relations !

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Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 6, 2016

For many Entrepreneurs, the concept of marketing and public relations falls into the “etcetera, etcetera, etcetera” category. Thanks to Pauline Harris, SPIN LLC. #8 Being an entrepreneur means accepting that you’ll never sleep as well as any of your employees. 8 – Enriching Lives. Photo Credit : David Bitton.

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Hearpreneur

JULY 1, 2017

Thanks to Rhonda Rees, Rhonda Rees Public Relations Company ! #3 Dishon Financial LLC ! #12 Thanks to Zondra Wilson, Blu Skin Care, LLC ! #18 For example, employee happiness impacts employee relationships. That, in turn, impacts our employee happiness. 3 – Badge of Honor.

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Hearpreneur

SEPTEMBER 17, 2016

As a publicist at LocaliteLA Public Relations I’m out 5-6 nights a week networking with journalists, bloggers, influencers and my fellow collegues, whom I absolutely adore! Thanks to Jenn Infanto, LocaliteLA Public Relations. #2 Strazanac, Strazanac Solutions LLC. #3 1 – Always Together. Strazanac.

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