STARTING A BUSINESS?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics roughly 20% of small businesses fail within the first year, 33% within the first two years and 50% within the first five years.
SCALING AN EXISTING BUSINESS?
A recent study conducted by Dunn & Bradstreet found that 90% of all business failures can be traced to poor management resulting from lack of business knowledge … the inability of management to critically think about their business.
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Our comprehensive resources, including educational videos and business topic blogs, offer invaluable tools and advice for business growth. Our certified business mentor provides personalized guidance that is tailored to the unique needs of your business, ensuring you receive the assistance needed to thrive.
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Sample Our “Thoughts Library” Posts
Welcome to a sample of our weekly blog on small business thoughts! Here we will discuss topics related to marketing/sales, planning, business financial understanding, and Human Resources.
Each week we’ll cover a different topic and provide you with tips, advice, and resources to help you make the best decisions for your small business. Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for years, our blog can provide you with the information you need to take your business to the next level. So let’s get started!
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