Startup

Partnerships are important, but it’s important to be very careful before entering into an ownership partnership. Ami Kassar, author of The Growth Dilemma, encourages anyone going into an ownership partnership or getting an investors to go through some exercises to prevent trouble down the road. For example, how big do you want your business to be…

When many entrepreneurs think about the state of Delaware, they tend to focus on its business-friendly corporate tax laws. If you’re an out-of-state business, you won’t have to worry about paying corporate income tax and if you maintain an active storefront you do not need to collect sales tax on purchases. This makes it a…

The sky’s the limit when it comes to starting a sports-themed small business — for the most part anyway. Some occupations, such as becoming an agent, publicist, or TV presenter, come with requirements like a relevant college degree and previous job experience within the field. Others, like bracket betting businesses or selling discounted tickets, have…

An update to your Gmail: Google will begin rolling out an update to your Gmail, including new features like a Confidential Mode that lets you put time limits on how long the recipient can access an email, un-forwardable messages, “nudges” that prompt you to respond to important messages, and more. Amazon’s new delivery option: Same-day…

Last year, TechCrunch reported that the percentage of women partners among the top 100 venture capital firms is rising. As these numbers continue to grow, it’s an indicator that more and more women are in the position to invest in female-driven startups and give these companies a much-needed financial boost. Over the last couple of…

Keeping up with all the latest news and advice isn’t easy—so we’re here to help with some recommendations for the essential reading for small business owners and entrepreneurs this week. We’ve got it all, from books to news to insights and features. Don’t miss out on the most important things going on today! New Books:…

Are you ready to be an entrepreneur in 2018? Maybe you have a side gig you’re ready to turn into a full-time business or you’re excited to own and operate a franchise. You’re ready to embrace the #thehustleisreal hashtag and share photos on Instagram of all the cups of coffee you’re chugging to make your…

When deciding where to locate your startup, there are a number of factors to consider. Does it make sense to move your tech company to the Silicon Valley where you have easy access to freelancers, or should you file for licensing in Delaware where laws and taxes are very business-friendly? With no clear right or…