Business Owners

As a small business owner, you wear many hats and juggle countless responsibilities every single day. From managing employees to handling finances to keeping customers happy, strong leadership is critical to your company's success. But what makes a truly effective leader? Self-awareness. Read more…

You started your business as a labor of love, nurturing it through those tough early years with grit and personal sacrifice. The last thing you’re probably thinking about is replacing yourself in the event you retire, die or become incapacitated. But when you face these facts, you set your business up for success. Read more…

The path to entrepreneurial success is paved with challenges and triumphs, often born from humble beginnings. Today, I’ll highlight such a story. Audrey Finocchiaro and Sam Lancaster are the founders of The Nitro Bar, a cold brew coffee business in Rhode Island. They started their business in 2016 in Audrey’s parents’ basement, and with long hours, trial and error, and strategic partnerships, the brand generated over $4.5 million in sales in 2023. And keeps growing. How did they do it? Let’s pick apart their story and see what we can learn. I’ll also throw some questions at you, so you can reflect on how these lessons impact your own entrepreneurial journey. So grab a cup of coffee (cold brew, maybe?), put on your thinking cap, and be prepared to be wowed.

As an entrepreneur, you can appreciate how difficult it may be to get outside investment funding for your business. But fret not! It’s possible to turn that “no” into a "yes" with these 8 tips. Read more…

Managing a business comes with its own set of challenges, and one of the most formidable is the potential for litigation. Legal disputes can drain your financial resources, consume precious time, and tarnish your company's reputation. However, strategic planning and support from a trusted advisor can significantly mitigate these risks, safeguarding both your personal and business assets. Read on to find out how.

Welcome back to our exploration of foundational strategies for building a successful business. we will discuss the importance of partnerships, preparedness, inclusivity, team support, and maintaining a unique business identity. In this installment, we continue with 5 more strategies that are essential for modern entrepreneurs aiming to thrive in today's competitive market. Let’s get started!