Do you have a great product that you want to present to investors with an investment pitch? When I had to approach a venture capitalist for funding, I had sleepless nights. I wondered how to make a presentation that stands out. Investors regularly come across a ton of small business owners. How you differentiate yourself […]
Archives for September 2020
How to Overcome Personal Challenges to Build a Successful Business
Small business owners tend to be some of the toughest and most resilient people you’ll ever meet, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have personal challenges to overcome. But is there a secret to overcoming challenges in a small business? I had the opportunity to chat with Barbara Corcoran, Real Estate Mogul, Entrepreneur, and Shark […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Protect Your Small Business From Cybercrime with Kristin Judge
Kristin Judge is a speaker, cybersecurity expert, and a dedicated advocate against cybercrime. She is the CEO and President of Cyber Crime Support Network and the Principal and owner of Opcio Solutions, LLC, both of which strive to promote cybersafety. Additionally, Kristin is a member of the World Economic Forum’s Partnership Against Cybercrime alliance. Before […]
4 Overlooked Business Expenses for Startups and Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Them
All startups make a checklist for business expenses. These lists generally include costs for incorporation, marketing, advertising, website development, employees’ salaries and benefits, rent, production, and insurance for the property. These are pretty standard costs that most businesses have to deal with. But there are other hidden costs that many startups tend to ignore or […]