We all know that the engine of any modern economy is entrepreneurial small businesses. Well, maybe someone needs to tell that to the bankers.
Tag Archives: small business financing
Small Businesses Testing Waters via Staffing Companies
December 9, 2009 – 5:26 pm
Turning to temporary staffing companies is a smart move for U.S. small businesses right now. It gives them a way to add some needed extra hands even though they still may be wary of a double-dip Recession or worried about how the healthcare bill will ultimately affect the costs of their full-time workforce.
3 Excuses For Not Paying
September 14, 2009 – 11:14 am
The “check is in the mail” excuses are back in play. Expecting some tips about “setting the collection dogs” on debtors? Nope. If your client can pay, and you don’t want to hear one of the top three excuses, these tips will help keep your cash flowing.
Are We Becoming a Nation of Non-Spenders?
September 9, 2009 – 12:18 pm
With cuts in consumer debt are we becoming a nation of non-spenders?
Opportunity Costs
August 11, 2009 – 12:31 pm
One of the most frustrating situations a business can run into is having to say ‘no’ to a big order because they don’t have the working capital to front the manufacturing costs.
Your first call would naturally be to your bank. But banks can be slow as molasses, your line of credit may already be capped, [...]
Financing a Small Business
August 11, 2009 – 12:24 pm
Cash flow can be the thorn in the side of many small businesses.
Be vigilant in selecting the right financing choice at every stage of your business cycle. You can help yourself immeasurably by remembering that the financing option you picked when you started your business may not be the right choice as you grow.
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