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]Should you hire for experience or enthusiasm? […]
Sep 01, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
3 Ways To Use The Internet of Things To Get Ahead With Your Business
It goes without saying that technology plays a major role in small business development in modern times. No matter what the nature of your company may be, embracing the latest technology is absolutely essential for keeping pace with the competition and meeting the expectations of customers. But sometimes, particularly with regard to new tools and […]
Aug 22, 2016 – 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]What tasks should you take on, and […]
Aug 03, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
Own The Business? Own The Building!
When your successful small business is ready to take that next step, expanding your assets can be a great way to move forward. After labor, rent and other occupancy costs are a small businesses’ biggest expense. Owning your own building or other business facilities can make all the difference in stabilizing your small business finances. […]
Jul 14, 2016 – 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]This small business owner increased AdWords profits […]
Jul 07, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
How To Find The Right Loan For Your Small Business
Nationwide, nearly 8 million small businesses owned by people of color, and 11.3 million women-owned small businesses, are powering their communities. But entrepreneurs of color and women entrepreneurs, particularly those 40 years old and younger, struggle to obtain the credit needed to start up their businesses or keep them going. Women entrepreneurs start companies with […]
Jun 08, 2016 – 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]Positive work cultures are more productive[/block_grid_item] [block_grid_item]Is […]
Jun 02, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
4 Ideas To Keep Your Small Business Safe Online
When you have a small business, security is key. There’s no room for error, and any breach of your security can spell real trouble. However with these tips you’ll be safe to fight another day. Securing Your Passwords You should start off by securing all of your passwords. The paranoid among you may be keeping […]
May 25, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
National Small Business Week Celebrates the American Entrepreneurial Spirit
(this guest post is by SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet) What creates two out of three new American jobs; produces close to half of our nation’s goods and services; and can be found, coast to coast, in every small town, big city and rural enclave? The 28 million small businesses that propel our economy forward and define […]
Apr 27, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Loans • Small Business Resources •
6 Ways Mobile Marketing Can Make — Or Break — Your Small Business
When you’re starting up a small business, it’s easy to feel like it’s your rinky-dink little David against a monstrously powerful Goliath. Not so, says the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council. In 2012, businesses with less than 20 workers accounted for 89.6 percent of companies in the United States. You’re not alone, but that doesn’t […]
Apr 11, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
Nominate Your Favorite Bay Area Small Businesses for the 2016 Work Local Awards!
We’re happy to announce the 2016 Work Local Awards from our partners at Localwise. The Work Local Awards are a celebration of the best local small business employers here in the Bay Area. The Work Local Awards shines the spotlight on the boutiques, cafes, nonprofits, startups, and all the local employers that make our local communities across the […]
Mar 14, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
Small Business Saturday 2015 Is Fast Approaching
Now in its sixth year, Small Business Saturday serves as the ceremonial 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. The day was also championed by elected officials in all 50 states and Washington D.C., including President […]