Small Business Resources
Join BusinessAdvising.org as an expert advisor to entrepreneurs!
Do you want to help small businesses across the country grow? Sign up as an advisor for BusinessAdvising.org and we’ll match you with a dedicated entrepreneur ready to put your advice to work! BusinessAdvising.org offers business professionals a rewarding volunteer opportunity to use their skills and expertise to help growing small businesses succeed. Our data-driven […]
Jul 16, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Join the growing list of companies that have taken their business to the next level!
What do a civic engagement start-up in Santa Cruz, an electronics recycling company in Los Angeles, a global health non-profit in Chicago, and a salad dressing company in Austin all have in common? They’re all growing thanks to BusinessAdvising.org! Check out how entrepreneurs around the country are getting the help they need. Get started today! […]
Jul 16, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
BusinessAdvising.org – Why Haven’t You Signed Up Yet?
BusinessAdvising.org offers small business owners the chance to connect with a virtual board of advisors for FREE! Watsonville clothing company Idylwild connected with an expert finance consultant to address her cash flow and operational challenges. See how far you can take your business by signing up today! The Idylwild Story Idylwild founder Christie Araujo […]
Jul 16, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
On the Road: Business Advising Launches Program in Central Coast!
It’s not all sun, surf, and strawberry festivals in California’s Central Coast, the “salad bowl” of California according to Steinbeck. While the region’s beautiful coastline, fertile soils, and friendly folks make it a lovely place to visit, the Central Coast and it’s small business owners were hit especially hard by the Great Recession, with few […]
Jul 16, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
7 Habits of Great Small Business Owners
A recent Forbes article identified 7 habits of great small business owners. It’s true that when looking at small businesses, some simply stand out from the pack, and this usually has to do with the leadership steering their efforts. While there is certainly no secret recipe for being a small business owner, adopting the following […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
DIY Repairs For Small Business Owners
Felicia Savage is a content strategist and up-and-coming PR specialist living in Indianapolis. When she isn’t sharing online content, Felicia loves to draw and watch animated films in her spare time. Twitter: @kittyhasfleaz As a small business owner, you’ve probably heard the maxim, “Beware the advisor whose only tool is a hammer.” While that’s sound advice […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Shop small for Father’s Day!
We’ve got some great ideas for the perfect Father’s Day Gift! Check out these PCV-Advised companies and find something perfect for your favorite guy. For the ‘Funny Dad’: GAMAGO PC: GAMAGO He’s hilarious, even if only to himself. Show your favorite comedian some love with GAMAGO’s quirky and unique gifts for Father’s Day. We’re […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Two things that all entrepreneurs should think about
A recent Forbes article got me thinking about why so many small businesses fail. It’s an unfortunate fact that we all seem to accept, but it really doesn’t make much sense. An employee at a larger business is incentivized by managerial bonuses, while small businesses are run by owners who can achieve entrepreneurial returns – […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
What does construction have to do with small business employment?
I read an interesting blog the other day about the effect that the construction industry has on small businesses. Small businesses created 15,000 new jobs in February 2013, totaling 75,000 new jobs since February of last year. While small business employment is slightly up, the number of jobs gained is still less than its proportionate […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Regulatory Changes to State Enterprise Zone Program
This blog was written by PCV Advisor Scott Nelson, Managing Principal at Tax Incentives Group The State of California is proposing regulatory changes to its State Enterprise Zone (EZ) program. The program was established in the mid-1980s as an economic development strategy for the State: the overall goal is to incent capital investment, promote the […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Nominate your small business for Infusionsoft award!
Infusionsoft is inviting all small businesses to nominate themselves for the 2013 Small Business Innovator of the Year Award. Your small business could win the title of “Small Business Innovator of the Year” and the grand prize, valued at $10,000 in marketing education and promotion for your business. These awards honor the entrepreneurs in our […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Loans • Small Business Resources •
Things Every Small Business Should Have
Felicia Savage is a content strategist and up-and-coming PR specialist living in Indianapolis. When she isn’t sharing online content, Felicia loves to draw and watch animated films in her spare time. Twitter: @canonicalkitteh Owning a business no longer means setting up shop in a building conveniently located to neighborhoods and the financial district, although these […]