U.S. small business optimism is on the rise. In fact, it’s the highest it's been in well over decade, according to data from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). This is what the NFIB had to say about the state of U.S. small business at the start of 2017: “Small business is ready for [...]
Social media is no longer just some niche experiment, but an essential part of running a successful business. If you're a small business owner, it's in your best interest to expand your social media presence before you commit a single dime to more elaborate marketing strategies. Why Social Media Social media is a place where [...]
There has never been a time like the present to start or run your own business. And don't Americans know it. A 2015 study conducted by the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor found that America is home to 27 million entrepreneurs. That's 27 million people starting or running new businesses. Put simply, roughly 14% of working-age Americans [...]
When it comes to starting your own business, there has never been a time like the present. If you're an entrepreneur, or have that intangible entrepreneurial spirit, you're probably ready to jump into your next (or first) business venture. Your take charge attitude will get you far in life, but when it comes to starting [...]
Technology is one of the most efficient and affordable ways to optimize your business. The marriage between finance and technology, commonly referred to as fin-tech, is introducing a world of possibilities for small business owners. The Red Door Capital Group has been actively documenting the fin-tech landscape. Check out the first article in our Fin-Tech [...]
The internet has transformed the way we communicate, conduct business and learn about the world. For entrepreneurs, it has opened up new possibilities for achieving business success. An online business can offer tremendous flexibility. When done correctly, it can provide you with access to some of the world's most lucrative markets at a tiny fraction [...]
Automation may sound like a fancy concept, but really just describes the way businesses are using technology to boost productivity and lower costs. As you'll soon find out, automating your business functions can make you leaner and more efficient. Best of all, automation solutions are today light weight and affordable. This means you won't break [...]
If you’ve decided to pursue your dream as an entrepreneur, you should know that obtaining a mortgage is going to be harder without proof of employment or steady income. In the following article, we show entrepreneurs and small business owners how to obtain a mortgage after moving on from their traditional 9 to 5 job. [...]
Entrepreneurship is the lifeblood of the U.S. economy, offering business owners the opportunity to gain full control over their career and financial future. But with great opportunity comes significant challenges. Very few challenges can seem as daunting as starting and running a successful business. If you're an entrepreneur or aspiring business owner, it's important to [...]
Who doesn’t love refund season? The IRS is finally paying you back for the extra taxes they took, and you’ve probably already made plans for when the money gets here. It might be a new car, it might be new clothes - and more than likely, some of it has to do with debt. All [...]
