Author name: Steven Imke

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Unlocking Growth: Fractional Freelancers, the Smart Way to Staff

As a business owner, you have options when it comes to staffing. However, too many first-time entrepreneurs have come from the corporate world and think that the only way to hire is to hire a full-time employee because that is what they see corporations do. However, such thinking can often lead to problems when it […]

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How to Use Upwork.com to Find, Hire, and Manage Talent

Three-Quarters of All Registered Businesses in the US Are Classified as Nonemployer Businesses. But That Does Not Mean That Because You Are the Only Person in the Business, You Can’t Get Help From Other Freelancers and Be a Virtual Business. There Are Many Platforms That Can Help Facilitate the Finding, Hiring, and Managing These Resources. This Video Explores One of Those Platforms, “Upwork.”

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How to Find and Evaluate a Business for Sale

How to Find and Evaluate a Business for Sale

Seize the Opportunity as Retiring Baby Boomers Create a Favorable Market for Business Buyers. Explore Key Steps for a Successful Small Business Acquisition: From Choosing the Right Type of Business, Assembling a Deal Team, Drafting a Letter of Intent, Conducting Due Diligence, Assessing Risks, and Preparing a Forward-Looking Business Plan to Creating a Purchase Agreement.

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Beyond the Hype: Demystifying LLCs and Unpacking Their Challenges

For Years, Entrepreneurs Have Been Inundated With the Notion That Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) Are the Go-To Choice for Small Businesses. We Argue That LLCs Are Oversold and Their Management Underrated and Critique the Widespread Endorsement of LLCs For Small Businesses, Highlighting Potential Shortcomings in Liability Protection, Flexibility, and Simplicity.

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How To Choose Between Startups, Franchises, Or Acquisitions

The Decision to Start a Business from Scratch, Buy into a Franchise Concept, or Acquire an Existing Business Hinges on Your Entrepreneurial Vision, Your Risk Tolerance, Your Financial Capacity, and the Desired Level of Control. Uncover the Unique Advantages and Challenges Associated with Each Pathway.

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