I firmly believe that every company, regardless of size, should have a style guide. This may sound like an extra layer of work that small businesses really don’t need to deal with at “this stage,” but I disagree. It’s better to establish a style guide now, while you’re creating your voice and brand. If you […]
Yes, You Can Collect Unemployment Benefits While Starting Your Own Business
I know, crazy, right? Up until last week, I thought so too. But as of last Tuesday, (as I mentioned in my last post) I am officially enrolled in the CLIMB program here in Minnesota. CLIMB stands for “Converting Layoffs Into Minnesota Businesses.” The program pays enrollees to work on their own businesses for at […]
Ask for Help – Let Your Community Support You as You Start Your Business
Your own business. It’s been your dream for years. You’re going to go it on your own! You’re going to show “the Man” that you can cast him aside and do much better by yourself. You want to be “the Man,” but you’re going to treat your employees far better than you were ever treated, once […]