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4 Questions Aspiring Business Owners Should Ask Before Launching a Business

Deciding to start your own business is big step, and one that requires a lot of upfront research and constant questioning. And, even as you move forward with the process of launching your business, the...

byJonathan Babcock

December 23, 2020

Why Your Startup Must Incorporate Customer Needs to Drive Growth

Companies with above-average customer experience financially outperform their competitors in 73% of cases. But while being consumer-centric has its undeniable benefits, the journey is not necessarily an easy one. First, you need to discover what...

byJustin McMillan

December 23, 2020

‘Tis the Season for Holiday Scams: How Startups Can Prepare for Cybersecurity Risks

The holidays are not only a prime time for shopping, it is also one of the best times of the year for cybercriminals to attack. Organizations large and small remain vulnerable as more employees work...

byGerald Beuchelt

December 22, 2020

Setting These 3 Types of Goals is Essential to Your Startup’s Success

The following is excerpted from "Exit Rich: The 6 P Method to Sell Your Business for Huge Profit" (January 26, 2021; Fast Company Press) provided with permission by authors, Michelle Seiler-Tucker and Sharon Lechter. Let’s face it: Rarely...

byMichelle Seiler Tucker

December 22, 2020

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 5: A Conversation with Garry Gilliam

On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew chats with former NFL star, Garry Gilliam. Gilliam is on a mission to create an "Eco-village" in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to bring change to systemic oppression through sustainability. Watch...

byAndrew Blake

December 21, 2020

15 Business Leaders Share Their Experiences and Insights on Getting Through COVID-19

There’s no doubt that COVID-19 set the economic tone for 2020. The pandemic has hit investor and customer confidence, forced teams across the world into their homes, and caused many businesses to close down entirely....

byLuca Tofan

December 19, 2020

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Mobile Usage Soars During Pandemic (Episode 156)

It's no surprise that 2020 was a monster year for mobile phone engagement, driven largely by the COVID crisis. Mobile usage increased 25% this year over 2019, according to App Annie’s 2020 End of Year...

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December 18, 2020

How to DIY Your Public Relations Strategy During COVID-19

You could be building the greatest company in the world, but if no one knows you exist, your efforts won’t be worth much. For this reason, good old-fashioned public relations is a key component in...

byEmma McKinstry

December 18, 2020

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Restaurants Struggling Significantly as Winter Approaches (Episode 155)

New research indicates just how bad the COVID crisis has been for the restaurant industry. In fact, in the last three months, as many as 10,000 restaurants have closed nationwide. Last week, the National Restaurant...

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December 17, 2020

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: This is the ANA Marketing Term of the Year (Episode 154)

On this morning's WJR Business Beat, Jeff shares the Association of National Advertisers' term of the year for 2020. Any guesses? Here are a few clues: In 2017, the word of the year was “artificial...

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December 16, 2020

Planning on Starting up in the New Year? Here’s What You Can Learn From the Resilient Entrepreneurs of 2020

As an aspiring entrepreneur, you might wonder what it’s like to start a business after a year marked by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Maybe you’re a little nervous or even second-guessing plans to fully open...

byDeborah Sweeney

December 16, 2020

7 Reasons Every Startup Needs a Business Credit Card

A business credit card is one of the most important financial tools in any startup's toolbox. It’s way more than just a personal credit card that you use for business dealings—it’s a unique, flexible form...

byMeredith Wood

December 16, 2020

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 4: A Conversation with Bo Shepherd

On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew chats with Bo Shepherd, founder of Woodward Throwbacks and Carhartt Ambassador based in Detroit. Together, they discuss turning your passion into a full-time profitable business. Watch the full...

byAndrew Blake

December 15, 2020

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 3: A Conversation with Mike Young

On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew chats with Mike Young. Young is an actor, writer, director and comedian from Michigan, and is releasing his standup special on Bill Burr’s “All Things Comedy." Watch the...

byAndrew Blake

December 15, 2020

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 2: A Conversation with Kristina Rinaldi

Welcome to the second episode of "Everything Borrowed" with host, Andrew Blake! Kristina Rinaldi runs Detroit’s first and only no-kill shelter, Detroit Dog Rescue. During this episode, Rinaldi discusses the mistakes other nonprofits make constantly,...

byAndrew Blake

December 15, 2020

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 1: A Conversation with James Rigato

Welcome to the premiere episode of "Everything Borrowed." Four-time James Beard semifinalist chef and owner of Mabel Gray restaurant, James Rigato, discusses how misunderstood many foods and beverages are and the importance of connection to...

byAndrew Blake

December 15, 2020

WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Emagine Theatres CEO Paul Glantz on the Future of Movies (Episode 153)

We're all too familiar with the struggles that entrepreneurs face today, and cinemas are among the hardest hit industries. Industry tracker, Box Office Mojo, estimates that U.S. box office sales are down more than 80%...

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December 15, 2020

The 5 Types of Entrepreneurs You Need on Your Startup’s Team

When you’re just getting started in a new business, what types of people do you need to attract to work alongside you? We studied that very challenge while researching our new book, “The Entrepreneur’s Faces.”...

byJonathan Littman and Susanna Camp

December 15, 2020

Why You Must Be Self-Reliant to Succeed as an Entrepreneur

Over the years as an entrepreneur, I have fallen flat on my face many times. Looking back, I realize I lacked the understanding of just how critical it is to be truly self-reliant. Self-reliance is...

byJamie Giovinazzo

December 14, 2020

What You Need to Know About Operating a Franchise During the COVID-19 Crisis

As a franchisee, operating during the COVID-19 crisis presents unique challenges. Not only must you contend with the economic impacts of the situation, but you must also continue to meet your contractual obligations to your...

byJeffrey Goldstein

December 14, 2020