Most freelancers are surprised to learn about all of the (largely unexpected) expenses that are associated with being self-employed. Luckily, the IRS helps ease the costs of self-employment with some beneficial tax deductions. This article explains the five tax deductions that every freelancer should know about. | Read More →

The single most important task a startup has is to sell its product. There are other important goals and objectives, but convincing customers to commit to purchasing the small business's offering is at the top of the heap. A company that cannot sell its products is doomed to failure. Fortunately, learning what sales mistakes to avoid can help make the process much easier. Detailed in the article are 8 critical mistakes many sales people make that entrepreneurs must learn about. | Read More →

Smart entrepreneurs will make developing their personal brand a top priority. It has numerous benefits, from granting legitimacy to the startup they are currently running, to aiding endeavors later on in life. Fortunately, there is much an entrepreneur can do to create a strong and authoritative online presence. Detailed in the article are 9 tips that will help small business owners craft a powerful personal brand. | Read More →

Are you thinking about starting a new business? Did you know that most new ventures fail within a decade of starting. This article explains the 10 reasons why most new businesses fail in 10 years. | Read More →

Before you quit your job and start your own business, make sure that a life of self-employment is really for you. The fact that most new businesses fail within 10 years means that many are not cut out for self-employment. This article explains the 5 reasons why working for yourself is overrated. | Read More →

Making a successful startup will take more than a good product. Smart entrepreneurs know that managing their online reputation is key to the creation of a trustworthy and authoritative brand. Fortunately, there is much a company can do to control the online narrative. Detailed in the article are 9 tips that will help small businesses achieve that goal. | Read More →