By Steve Strauss— You know when you’ve caught the entrepreneurial bug. It won’t let you go no matter what you do or what tonic you take. Wanting to start...

By James Monroe— Large companies regularly set goals to keep everyone focused and on the same page. But what about small businesses? Are goals really that important? After all,...

By Index Staff— What’s in store for 2024? Although it’s impossible to predict what the future will hold, there are some trends that can dramatically affect small businesses in...

By Rieva Lesonsky— Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for several years, all business owners have questions, face challenges, and need help. Working with a...

By James Monroe— Here’s a scary thought: if you have a small business but don’t have a business plan, you may be taking unnecessary risks and missing big opportunities....