Small Business Resources
Business Mentoring: Effective Trainings Your Staff Needs to Be Productive
An unproductive staff can cost your business money, delay turnaround times and inhibiting growth. Sales performance can also suffer a slump and employee stress complaints may spike up as well. In general, an unproductive workforce turns into one giant mess that can put you out of business. This is where effective employee training becomes important. […]
Nov 30, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
What Your Employees Need to Become More Successful on the Job
All small business employers want to hire quality employees and get the best workers for their toughest jobs. Each one of your employees is at a different stage in their career and have different needs in the workplace. Some may be introverts and some extroverts. When you learn more about your employees, you can help […]
Nov 21, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
Your Lease Is Your Asset! Tips To Secure A Retail Space
BusinessAdvising.org hosted Lisa Zahner, Executive Director of Urban Solutions — for a free webinar on better understanding how your commercial lease is a vital part of your small business. In this free webinar, Lisa covered topics related to: The optimal lease length for your small business How to avoid hidden costs How to negotiate for favorable […]
Nov 18, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
5 Ways to Make Your Small Business Better Than the Rest
Running your own small business is a dream many people desire, but only the truly committed are successful in the long run. If you run your own business, you understand the importance of staying ahead of your competitors. There are innovative ways you can make your business stand out and attract more customers so that […]
Nov 15, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
Get Ready For Small Business Saturday 2016
Now in its seventh year, Small Business Saturday serves as the kickoff to the holiday shopping season for small businesses across the United States. Each year, shoppers spend tens of billions at small businesses on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. [custom_headline type=”left” level=”h2″ looks_like=”h3″]Why Is Small Business Saturday So Important?[/custom_headline] Focusing on small businesses and local jobs […]
Nov 11, 2016 – Good Jobs • PCV News • Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Loans • Small Business Resources •
Small Business Resources Monthly Roundup
Each month, we bring you the latest roundup of resources for small business owners bootstrapping their businesses and creating quality jobs in their communities. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter at @PCVtweets. Every Monday we post a new collection of new must-read small business resources, articles, and news. [block_grid type=”three-up”] [block_grid_item]7 tips for bootstrapping your small […]
Nov 03, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Steps For Improving Your Analytical Skills In Business
All companies undergo changes, and you should always strive to improve your own analytical skills so that when changes occur in the field or industry, you and your small business won’t get left behind. There are several ways you can improve your business acumen in the office. You can get further education through seminars or […]
Oct 14, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
Webinar on The Secrets to Getting The Right Small Business Loan
BusinessAdvising.org hosted Marshall Lebovits, experienced advisor with 30 years in the banking and finance industry, for a free webinar on on the tips and tricks to finding and securing the right loan for your small business. In this free webinar, Marshall covered topics related to: The pros and cons of using debt capital to grow your small […]
Oct 14, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources • Webinars •
Small Business Resources Monthly Roundup
Each month, we bring you the latest roundup of resources for small business owners bootstrapping their businesses and creating quality jobs in their communities. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter at @PCVtweets. Every Monday we post a new collection of new must-read small business resources, articles, and news. [block_grid type=”three-up”] [block_grid_item]The introvert’s guide to managing your personal […]
Oct 06, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Webinar on “People Strategies” to Grow Your Small Business
BusinessAdvising.org hosted HR expert and professional coach Cindy Kaczmarek for a free small business webinar on people and hiring strategies, as well as retention ideas, to grow your small business sustainably. In this free webinar, Cindy covered people strategy topics related to: Determining the talent necessary to reach and exceed your business goals Building rewards that enable you to […]
Sep 30, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources • Webinars •
How Small Businesses Can Attract Big Employees
Employees are the bedrock of any business, whether it’s a tech startup or a mom and pop shop. Everything they do at work has some degree of effect on your business. This is why “big” employees, or those who are highly experienced and skilled in their respective industries, are in huge demand. Unfortunately, this also […]
Sep 23, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
PCV Is Adding Microloans To Our Small Business Lending Program
We’re thrilled to announce that beginning today PCV is offering microloans in amounts of $10,000–$50,000 to help California small businesses add jobs, purchase equipment, expand their inventories, repair machinery, or get through construction. PCV’s small business loan program started during the Recession, when many major banks stopped offering business loans under $250,000. This capital crunch […]