Category Archives: business finances

Building a Diverse Workplace

Posted on July 30, 2014 by wisesyracuse

Working in a startup or growing venture can be stressful, time consuming and creatively exhausting. Building a team of employees who are diverse and who can complement your existing strengths and talents can only help to improve your operation. While … Continue reading →

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(Mostly) Free Web Tools for Entrepreneurs – Part 2 of 2

Posted on July 23, 2014 by wisesyracuse

Continuing the blog post from the previous week, we will complete our list compiling some of the best web-based tools available to help entrepreneurs and growing businesses that are free/inexpensive to use. This list was originally compiled by Jeff Boss, … Continue reading →

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(Mostly) Free Web Tools for Entrepreneurs – Part 1 of 2

Posted on July 16, 2014 by wisesyracuse

There are so many web-based tools available to help entrepreneurs and growing businesses. Finding the least expensive (or no cost) tools are even more effective for a startup’s bottom line.   Former Navy SEAL Jeff Boss is an entrepreneur and … Continue reading →

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Hiring Your First Employee

Posted on July 9, 2014 by wisesyracuse

If you’re a startup entrepreneur, at some point you may want to hire an employee to help out. Hiring an employee is a critical step in building your business (should that be the direction you’re heading in). However, it’s important … Continue reading →

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Ways to Win More Sales

Posted on May 21, 2014 by wisesyracuse

Sales is an integral part of today’s economy. Rather than relying on simply your product/service, your ability to generate revenue and sell products and yourself will determine your success. Below are several signs that tell you are well positioned to … Continue reading →

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Things to Look for in a Venture Capitalist

Posted on May 7, 2014 by wisesyracuse

As an entrepreneur in the startup phase, there comes a stage when you might be working with venture capitalists (VCs). Some people think VCs are really lucky, others believe they’re extremely smart and well organized in their investments. VCs tend … Continue reading →

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3 Ways to Save When Registering Your Trademark

Posted on April 30, 2014 by wisesyracuse

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Negotiating Your Way to a ‘Yes’

Posted on April 23, 2014 by wisesyracuse

Negotiation is not something that is taught in school. Knowing how to negotiate your way to a “yes” can go a long way to benefit anyone – from employees to entrepreneurs. Sometimes it can be hard for people to see … Continue reading →

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12th Annual WISE Symposium to Feature Expert Women Entrepreneurs as Keynote Speakers

Posted on April 3, 2014 by wisesyracuse

Speakers include Jessica Herrin of Stella & Dot, Melinda Emerson of SmallBizLady, Amy Cosper, editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, and Good Morning, Beautiful Business author Judy Wicks; and many more. Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (WISE) is bringing powerhouse entrepreneurial … Continue reading →

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Is Your Business Eligible for a Government Grant?

Posted on March 26, 2014 by wisesyracuse

Nonprofits are not the only businesses eligible for grants. For-profit companies also receive grants based on their idea and work. For example, a company called Canopy Apps received $2M in grant funding from the National Institute of Health (NIH) to … Continue reading →

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