Lindsay encourages new entrepreneurs to take some time to self-reflect. “While It is important to plan, work hard, and put the time in; self-reflection is equally as important in my experience and sometime more so. You need to be able to look at your personal weaknesses and be willing to confront them so they do not hold your business back from thriving.”
This article is written by Jackie Zimmermann and originally appeared on NerdWallet and is shared with with permission. They say there’s no such thing as a free ride. In the world of small-business grants, you’ll pay your dues by searching websites, clicking out-of-date links, or struggling with government databases before finding a grant that suits your business goals.…
Tarquin Thornton-Close began his career as a strength coach and personal trainer in 2008. “When I got into fitness almost a decade ago, I wanted to share it with others. I wanted to open my own studio to do personal training the way I thought was best and to offer the best level of service…
San Francisco’s Mayor Lee created an interagency partnership to strengthen and revitalize neighborhood commercial districts around the City, called Invest In Neighborhoods. Main Street Launch is partnering with the City of San Francisco to serve these 25 neighborhoods with cheaper small business loan capital and business development services. To learn more about the 25…
This piece was based on VetLikeMe’s April 14 blog post. Click here to read that piece. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) certification can qualify your business for different benefits and better bidding positions for federal contracts. In 2016, the federal government spent $472 billion. Of that, $114 billion had…
Barron Ross helps families plan for and finance long-term care. Headquartered in Oakland, they work with families across the Bay Area to ensure that they’re able to pay for long-term care without losing their assets. “Ed [Griffen, owner Barron Ross] believes that strong families are the backbone of strong communities, and his business works…
There are many resources to help you small business start and grow, and figuring out what will work best for your business can be overwhelming. Here’s an overview of another organization that can help you achieve your business development goals: Start Small Think Big. Start Small Think Big is a nonprofit organization that offers…
“Working with Robert [Lattimore, Senior Vice President] was a great experience. He has so much knowledge and expertise that I know I can ask him any question about my business and get great advice,” says Sherri.
Millennium Family Entertainment Center in Yuba City features laser tag, bumper cars, a large play area, an arcade, and more, offering a one-stop location for safe, fun options for people of all ages. They’ve partnered with a high-speed kart racing business next door, giving adults additional options for fun. Sara and Amy incorporated as an…
Four years since its inception, the New Parkway employs 40 people, has an excellent kitchen, and hosts various events outside of movies such as game nights and sports broadcasts. Customers flock to see the daily changing shows including reruns of classics, anime, and indie movies.
