There’s nothing like the joy of running your own business. There’s a lot to enjoy about being your own boss: you get to chart your […]

The voice of your brand is going to represent the personality of your brand. It needs to be steady and consistent. This is especially important […]

Research and development budgets are expanding rapidly as competition gets more fierce and the globalization of products becomes increasingly inevitable. Kraft Heinz Co., a food […]

Product and period costs are two categories of expenses incurred by companies from the point of production to selling merchandise. When differentiating between product cost […]

Online marketing is something that almost every organization is currently using. No company wants to remain behind in utilizing the newest marketing techniques, and every […]

The beauty industry is worth $532 billion as of 2021, and it’s only going to grow as time continues and more businesses begin to make their […]

Did you know that there are over 1,750,000 podcasts available today? That is a staggering number, and it continues to grow. Podcasts are a relatively new format […]

Our postal address is Small Business BriefPost Office Box 1250Frisco, Colorado 80443 We can be reached via phone at (970) 485-0331 or e-mail at chrislogan@ymail.com […]

A very simple definition of risk is uncertainty. In today’s continually changing regulatory environment, businesses of all types and sizes must create and implement an […]

Are you wondering how to support small local business? It’s a great idea. Supporting your local small businesses is essential for several reasons, including investing […]

Have you ever watched someone give a PowerPoint presentation and wondered why it felt so off? Was it a cringe-fest that the whole room had […]

Are you finding yourself getting frustrated because your work is constantly interrupted due to slow internet or dodgy equipment? The working from home wave has […]

Becoming a CEO requires guts. You take on enormous responsibility and your business will live or die depending on your performance. It may be fulfilling, […]

It seems everybody’s doing it nowadays. If there’s one thing a worldwide pandemic’s taught us, it’s that you can make a living without leaving home. […]

Did you know that in the current state of affairs around 7.5 million small businesses are at risk of closing their doors? If you are […]

There’s nothing easy about owning or managing a small business. Aside from your workload, there’s the added stress of ensuring the company’s success. Nearly 50% […]

Does it seem like your business is spending too much money every month to stay afloat? This could be cutting into your bottom line in a […]

It’s no secret that becoming an entrepreneur is one of the most fulfilling experiences that you can pursue. Not only do you have a chance […]

Does your business have a review site? A review website lets you highlight your best bits. It shows users why they should choose you by […]

What’s one of the best ways to bring a small business to the forefront of the industry? The answer is simple: networking in a conference. […]

Finding a job after college can be stressful and frustrating. But not if you graduate with a degree in business administration. Business administration is a […]

Business deals aren’t just confined to the boardroom or drinks after work. Business lunches can be an effective way to cement a deal in a […]

Nowadays, to compete in our increasingly customer-driven marketplace; companies need to become Agile. This is imperative for mastering the landscape of continuous change. Back in […]

Are you trying to optimize your order fulfillment process? Want to have the easiest time fulfilling customer orders? While there are many aspects of a […]

Want to learn how to write a business contract that’s easy to understand?  Well, you’re in the right place. We believe that contracts don’t have […]

Are you launching a new business? Instead of the traditional options, why not launch it as an LLC? LLC stands for Limited Liability Company. It’s […]

Customers aren’t the only ones demanding corporate responsibility. Investors and lenders are, too. ESG companies are expected to outperform fossil fuel stocks as the economic […]

Do you want to know what you can do to keep your business open after the COVID-19 pandemic? Do you finally want to continue your […]

Did you know that there are over 30 million small businesses in the United States? If you are a proud small business owner you know that […]

So, you’re planning to open your own business soon and you’re in the process of creating your budget. You think you’ve covered everything, but you’re starting […]

Becoming an environmentally-friendly business can have a major impact on your brand. For example, 87% of consumers perceive a brand in a positive light if it […]

In the U.S. alone, there are over 30 million small businesses and the number keeps growing. Each month, an average of 543,000 new businesses are launched, but […]

Your business has just entered a financial rut. You can barely afford to run the place let alone pay your employees. Things may seem hopeless […]

The operational organization hierarchy of a company has the supply chain right there at the top. Without the supply chain, your business as you know […]

Before you get going on your product packaging ideas, you may want to survey the lay of the land for companies that are capable of turning […]

If you’ve ever wondered how to start a call center, look no further. Most large companies have dedicated call centers because they receive a large […]

Did you know that the average painting business only employes about two employees? Unlike other companies, you don’t always have to hire employees to work […]

Believe it or not, there are more than 32 million small businesses in the United States. No matter what industry they’re in, every business owner […]

As more and more people shop online, the need for warehouse space is only going to grow. Some companies are buying up land to expand […]

Presentations are an important part of corporate culture. Over 70% of employees believe presentation skills are critical to their success. And presentation skills are one […]

“Everything’s bigger in Texas.” What started as a reference to the massive geographical area the state takes up has evolved to have a different meaning. […]

Congratulations on your decision to start a business. Legitimizing your business by filing for incorporation is an important step. Each state has its own process […]

In 2018, productivity in the US increased by 1.8% from the previous year. Businesses are strategizing on ways to grow, and expanding internationally is one […]

A strong business PowerPoint presentation can work as a great marketing tool to make a business deal or to get new clients. However, not everyone […]

Small business owners already have a lot on their plates. They have to pay attention to the competition, make sure your company delivers beyond expectations, […]

You’ve probably heard of this chilling stat: 8 in every 10 small businesses fail within two years. Well, that was back in 2013. It’s 2019 […]

Even in developed counties like the United States drinking water sources can become contaminated, causing waterborne diseases such as E. Coli, Hepatitis A and more. […]

For any business, one-off sales aren’t going to provide the cash flow that your business needs in the long term. This is why many have […]

If you’ve just started a new business or have only been operating for a few years then the chances are you have overcome a lot […]

Did you know that around 75% of people fear public speaking? Even though you’re not alone with your fear, this information usually doesn’t make presenting any […]

Isn’t being green more expensive than being wasteful? Back in the old days, it was more cost-effective to prioritize speed and convenience over correct commercial […]

Every year, over 600,000 new businesses open up in the United States. Unfortunately, about 50 percent of these businesses will fail within five years. If you […]

Starting a small business is no easy task. You have to hire all the necessary staff, acquire all the tools you’ll need to produce your […]

As half of all businesses fail within the first five years, if you’ve made it past that mark, it means you’ve got a great concept. […]

About 50 percent of all new businesses fail within five years. There are many reasons behind this alarming failure rate, but one of the biggest […]

If the advanced societies in the world continue down our current path, it won’t be long until we’ve used up all of the planet’s fossil […]

The global consulting market currently has a valuation of approximately $262 billion. Clearly, businesses are willing to spend a lot of money to work with […]

22% of businesses make under $10,000. Does this sound like your business? You may receive a decent amount of sales. But when you fill out […]

In the United States, around 488 million business trips occur every year. As a business person, you might have contributed your fair share to this […]

Have you taken on one too many loans to keep your business running? If so, you may think you don’t have many options to get […]

Is your small business meeting your growth expectations? Would you like to start accepting credit cards? If so, this is a redefining move for your […]

Approximately 61 million Americans live with some form of disability. Many of which can inhibit internet use. There are individuals with learning difficulties, visual impairments, hearing […]

It takes approximately 0.05 seconds for people to decide whether they’re going to stay on your website or leave. Human is to err, but no business […]

When was the time you realized that you need to love your job to do well in it? Not everyone gets to work where or […]

There’s never been a buzzier time for new start-up companies around the country. Rapid growth in technology has fostered an environment where new and exciting […]

What’s one thing that all successful entrepreneurs are good at?  Is it hiring the right people? Is it coming up with an awesome business idea? […]

What is your company’s operating profit margin? Is it 11% or lower? The average operating expenditures for businesses on the S&P 500 is 11%.  If […]

Quick, what’s your biggest seller? How much inventory do you have on hand? How successful was your last sale?  Do you have that information at […]

Over the last few years, the number of small businesses being sold has increased significantly. It even hit an all-time high in 2017. Are you […]

41% of respondents in a UK survey cited paying suppliers on time as one of the main challenges resultant from cash flow issues. Depending on […]

It’s no secret that over 50% of small businesses fail within the first four years. This dismal statistic is down to a number of factors, […]

Reaching a new market or closer proximity to clients are some of the most common reasons why businesses relocate. Or maybe you decided to move […]

If someone delivered a bouquet of flowers or even a dozen eggs to your door, late, you would probably be upset. You delivery would also be […]

At a certain point in running a business, you’ll want to know if becoming a corporation makes sense for you.  There are more individually owned […]

Are you wanting to start a new business? It’s estimated that over 600,000 new businesses start up each year and only 51% of those last […]

In business, relationships are everything. An African proverb says “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” […]

You’ve got a great product or service and a vision for the future. Now how are you going to finance it?  Over one in four […]

Did you know that the Mail Recovery Center, which is the USPS’ lost and found department, receives about 85 million letters, flats, and manuals in […]

Are you feeling out of sorts with your receipts? It may be time to ask for help.  While you may feel like your accounts are […]

As we’re creating 2.5 quintillion bytes of data a day on this planet, it’s important to have tools to comb through it all. If you’re […]

Of all the phobias you can have, the most common is the fear of public speaking. In fact, it’s so common that the formal name […]

While nearly 70% of millennials expect to get an inheritance from loved ones and family, only about 40% are going to receive them. Those who […]

One of the things that all successful businesses have in common is that they all have good communication skills. There is a huge amount of […]

Are there really good-paying jobs for writers? Once upon a time, you may have had visions of writing the Great American Novel or being the […]

Creating an office environment where employees will be happy is important for the success of any small business. You probably already know that your office […]

Overhead costs can vary from business size to industry so there is no magic goal percentage. For instance, privately held retailers average 22%. While consultants […]

Exhausting yourself with most non-core business activities is not a strategic way to grow your business. Even if you get used to doing everything on […]

Is your office looking pretty bare these days? Most companies are still battling with the typical image of what an office should be versus what […]

Research shows that only about half of small businesses survive past five years. Don’t want to be a negative statistic? You’ll need to take an […]

The average American will spend 90,000 hours of their life at work.  As if that wasn’t bad enough, slaving away in dreary and cramped workspaces can make […]

A Gartner survey reveals growth tops the list of priorities for most businesses in 2019. If this is your #1 priority as well, you’re probably […]

You know your small office set-up could use a big upgrade – but how exactly do you do that? Find out how simple it is […]

Setting up an LLC doesn’t have to be a complex process. Learn the most simple and easy way to file here. While there are 30 […]

Here we discuss ways to help you with your business process improvement. Read here to see 7 tools you can use to streamline your business […]

Is your business on a tight budget? Take advantage of these 5 money saving strategies that will help you save big on your expenses. Did […]

Do you want to have a stylish and professional-looking office? These smart and simple decorating tips will help you convey the right image for your […]

Do you have a quickly growing team to accommodate or need an in-between during an office move or renovation? There’s plenty of solutions on this […]

VPNs are private servers that encrypt your data. But they’re even cooler than that! If you’re wondering, what can I do with a VPN, here […]

As a business owner, you’ll quickly learn that you have to be diligent and shred documents with sensitive information on them. Today’s article will explain […]

Cloud computing is here to stay, with more and more companies finding value in the collaboration it offers. Are you thinking of switching your small […]