Category: business plan

7 Tips for College Graduates Looking to Jump Into the Small Business World

By Joseph Camberato As a recent college graduate, you have your degree and possibly some experience from an initial job or internship. But now, you’re interested in acting on your entrepreneurial ambitions and starting your own business. Starting a small business is an increasingly popular option for young people, 17 percent of college graduates run…


What Young People Must Know About Entrepreneurship

By Miles Jennings Do young people view entrepreneurship as a viable career option? Not according to a 2015 analysis by The Wall Street Journal that showed that only 3.6 percent of households headed by adults younger than 30 owned stakes in private companies. While media reports glamorize successful entrepreneurs such as Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Snapchat…


The 5 Things Lenders Look for in Small Businesses Before Offering a Loan

Obtaining a loan for your small business isn’t always a simple task. Depending on the factors that are present in your situation, a lengthy vetting process may take place. Knowing what to expect ahead of time can be very helpful. Understanding Your Options Before probing into what exactly lenders are looking for, it’s important to…