Tag: startup

September 6, 2022

Recently, Small Biz in :15 on location traveled to Austin, Texas for Zoho Day 2022 to talk with the Head of Marketing, Zoho CRM at Zoho, Gopal Sripada. The topic of this conversation is one that is common to any […]

August 29, 2022

Coffee businesses have seen massive growth over the last few years, especially as customers become more discerning about the perfect cup of coffee. Customers are flocking to coffee shops in search of the elusive perfect cup of coffee and the […]

August 25, 2022

Frozen yogurt is a popular treat in communities around the country. And that makes it a popular business opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs. There are even self-serve frozen yogurt franchise options for those that want to align themselves with an existing […]

August 2, 2022

College is a time for learning and growing. However, many students can benefit from some extra money. Starting a business can also expand opportunities and help university students put their new knowledge to use right away. Here are some ideas […]

July 29, 2022

You’ve probably heard this phrase ad nauseum: “No one ever got fired for buying from IBM.” It speaks to one of the greatest challenges for most startups: Winning the trust that comes with having an established, recognized brand. If this […]

July 26, 2022

As of November last year, there were over 26,000 fintech startups globally, up from over 12,000 in 2019. This figure is expected to rise further, thanks to the increasing adoption of fintech services by consumers. Juniper Research predicted that there […]

July 7, 2022

More than 300 billion emails are sent daily. That’s 300 billion emails for a global population of over 7 billion humans. If you haven’t already considered email marketing for your new startup, then you need to start now. One of […]

July 6, 2022

There’s plenty of startup marketing you should do for free — like brand building on social media, gaining website traffic through organic search, earning media coverage, getting online reviews on major platforms and simply talking to as many customers as […]

June 28, 2022

As we move into the summer season, it’s time to start thinking about business ideas – particularly beach business ideas that you can run as a successful seasonal business. Summer is one of the prime travel times for tourists, and […]

June 28, 2022

Many entrepreneurs dream of reaching millions with their product or service, but what if your customer base is only a few thousand? Patrick Palmer successfully runs his small business, The Computer Guy, in a town with less than 5,000 people. […]

June 20, 2022

There’s no doubt that YouTube is a powerful platform for businesses of all sizes. But, what are the best ways to make use of it? We’ll be discussing 20 creative ideas you can start on YouTube that are great Small […]

June 14, 2022

Opening a retail store is a popular way to start your own business. There are a huge array of products to sell, and you can run your business either in-person or online. Some retail business ideas can require a lot […]

June 9, 2022

If you’re looking for a great business idea, the tech industry is worth exploring. From cloud technology to 3D printing, there are numerous opportunities for tech entrepreneurs to build a successful business. Read on for some of the best tech […]

April 29, 2022

The first week of May is National Small Business Week, where we celebrate entrepreneurs and recognize all the hard work it takes to start a business. Many people across the U.S. have a business idea or entrepreneurial aspirations – but […]

March 19, 2022

Beginning a startup journey is like shooting an arrow in the dark: You’re not at all certain if it will hit the target — uncertainty is among the foremost challenge entrepreneurs face. You simply don’t know where the market forces […]

March 10, 2022

Florida is one of the top states for small businesses. There are several major metropolitan areas with busy business districts. And it’s also a popular spot for home-based businesses and startups. There are Florida small business grant opportunities to support […]

March 5, 2022

According to a study by Stackla, 90% of customers place a premium on authenticity when selecting which companies they like and support. But what exactly is authenticity? How can we show our customers that we’re human and relatable and not […]

February 22, 2022

Every business needs a plan — including food trucks. If you want to run your own food truck but don’t know where to start, here’s a guide that explains how to write a business plan in this industry. What is […]

February 15, 2022

Many startup leaders think that the more money they feed into their marketing budgets, the faster they’ll gain traction. For B2B companies, however, nothing could be further from the truth. A 2021 CB Insights study found that nearly 4 in […]

February 7, 2022

You can get a credit card for your business that doesn’t require a personal guarantee. You’ll need to provide your personal credit score as part of the business credit card application. Credit card issuers for the no personal guarantee requirement […]