ScaleUp Nashville is a competitive training program exclusively for Middle Tennessee’s small businesses. This four-month SBA-funded program assists growth-oriented small businesses grow revenue, build staff and expand services. WHO CAN APPLY? The best qualified candidates will: Own an established small business (or be self-employed) Have been in business at least two years Be positioned to
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Nashville Urban Manufacturing Survey
Our friends at the Nashville Urban Manufacturing Task Force are conducting a brief survey of Nashville’s manufacturing and making community to better understand the mix of our local manufacturing community and the most pressing issues they are facing. If you’re a Nashville maker or manufacturer, please take this quick survey by August 12th! http://www.questionpro.com/t/AMRU3ZU9TB
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Small Business Tip No. 1 – Never Stop Networking
Don’t invest in networking only when you’re seeking new employment or new business. Chances are you’ll miss out on opportunities for professional growth. Worthwhile networking must be continuous, it must be expansive, and it should get you out of your current circles. In business, your worth is often tied to the value of your network.
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eva belle…simply boards & more
After suffering a heart attack & emergency open heart surgery at 40 years old, Vanee Simmons made the conscious decision to slow down, ‘be still’ & love life on a different level. During her long recovery, Simmons reflected on the words of hope and encouragement offered by others. These words became the inspiration behind eva belle, whose boards, wall art, and other products
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STIMULATING SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH – A REPORT BY BABSON COLLEGE ON THE 10,000 SMALL BUSINESSES PROGRAM Small business owners who participate in the 10,000 Small Businesses program gain valuable skills and experiences which help them to grow their revenue and create jobs at a higher rate than the national average, even 18 months after graduating,
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15 Tips to Starting a Small Business
This Year Make Your Dreams of Starting a Business a Reality Starting a small business isn’t for everyone. It’s stressful and often demands your complete focus. But, it can be a fulfilling experience professionally and personally. Here are 15 tips to make your dreams of business ownership come to life.
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ScaleUp Nashville – Now Accepting Round 2 Application
THE PROGRAM ScaleUp Nashville is a competitive training program exclusively for Middle Tennessee’s small businesses. This six-month SBA-funded program assists growth-oriented small businesses grow revenue, build staff, and expand services. FAQS WHO CAN APPLY? The best qualified candidates will: Own an established small business (or be self-employed) Have been in business at least two years
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7 Tips to Boost Your Business This January
Well, it’s January – it’s cold, it’s dreary, and for many businesses, especially in retail and ecommerce, it’s a dead month. We bet you could use a little perking up. Here are a few suggestions to beating the January blues: Have a party. If you need to clear out leftover holiday inventory, make an event
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Small Business, Big Data – Get the most out of your customer relationships
Here’s a fun fact: 90% of the world’s data was created in the last two years, and is set to double annually. You’re a small business, what does Big Data have to do with you? It’s all about the customer, without whom you wouldn’t be in business. Knowing who they are and what they want
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5 Ways to Make Every Saturday Small Business Saturday
On Small Business Saturday, consumers shop local in a big way– American Express estimates more than 73.9 million people will spend around $14 billion this year. As a small business owner, you shouldn’t live and die by that one day alone. With a little leg work, you can leverage your small business status, increase your
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