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 […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Determining Holiday Bonuses for Small Business Employees
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Loans • Small Business Resources •
Access to Capital: Business Valuation 101
This morning marked our last Access to Capital installment of 2012 – Business Valuation 101. We were joined by Chris Andersen, PCV Advisor and owner of Atlas Capital Strategies, Ariel Jaduszliwer of Pacific Community Management and Michelene Moayedi from Parties That Cook. Chris and Ariel spoke about the valuation process – tips, things to remember […]
Jul 15, 2015 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
What is a Strategy Roundtable Session?
PCV Strategy Roundtable sessions are a unique part of the PCV Business Advising program, offered to members to supplement traditional one-on-one advising. Program staff creates a customized panel of about seven expert advisors, hand-selected specifically to deal with the obstacles and opportunities the participating small business is facing. These sessions offer small business owners access […]