With 2016 winding down, we feel it’s a great time for small business owners to reflect on their successes and failures (or better stated, growth opportunities) in the past year, and then begin developing new strategies that build on these experiences in the year to come. In keeping with the spirit of this show, cultivating cultures of continuous learning, we’d like to share not only our own reflections and experiences over the past year, but those of some of our post popular guests in this two part series. We have had the opportunity to speak with a wide range of incredibly talented individuals, all of whom offered their time, talents and perspectives to help entrepreneurs create the ideal environment for a thriving business. We hope, as in all of our episodes, to provide a few key takeaways to help guide you on your journey as you plan, grow and prepare for an eventual—and prosperous—exit from your business.
With 2016 winding down, we feel it’s a great time for small business owners to reflect on their successes and failures (or better stated, growth opportunities) in the past year, and then begin developing new strategies that build on these experiences in the year to come. In keeping with the spirit of this show, cultivating cultures of continuous learning, we’d like to share not only our own reflections and experiences over the past year, but those of some of our post popular guests in this two part series. We have had the opportunity to speak with a wide range of incredibly talented individuals, all of whom offered their time, talents and perspectives to help entrepreneurs create the ideal environment for a thriving business. We hope, as in all of our episodes, to provide a few key takeaways to help guide you on your journey as you plan, grow and prepare for an eventual—and prosperous—exit from your business.
On today’s episode of The Second Stage we welcome Bill Hubbard, Owner and Founder of Hubbard Business Counsel, to shed light on the newest of the crowdfunding options for both business owners and investors, Reg CF or Title III.
We are thrilled to welcome Joan Crain, Global Family Wealth Strategist, BNY Mellon Wealth Management, this week to The Second Stage.
We talk often about the importance of great financial metrics and reporting as you establish and grow your organization.
At a certain point in the lifecycle of every business, there comes an awkward phase of organizational development where the complexity of a business is overcoming its team’s capabilities as leaders and the systems they created.
As business owners grow their organizations, attracting AND retaining the right talent is crucial.
A journey every business owner MUST take, exiting your business can either be the most rewarding or the most deflating.
Growing your small business is a challenge, no matter the size or industry, with many owners identifying access to capital as one of the biggest hurdles in achieving their goals. But typically access alone is not the stumbling point.
Growing your small business is a challenge, no matter the size or industry, with many owners identifying access to capital as one of the biggest hurdles in achieving their goals. But typically access alone is not the stumbling point. Knowing how to identify the right kind of capital, along with finding the best capital partner to fit your needs rank high in the hurdles category. To help us address these points, along with how and where to start on this journey, is Founder and CEO of Star Mountain Capital, Brett Hickey. During today’s discussion we will touch on the importance of timing, planning and knowing your long term goals -both professional and personal- before setting sail. Join us to learn more!
Kim Ferenchak, Practice Leader of Executive Risk at Oswald Companies, joins us on today’s episode of “The Second Stage” to discuss privacy and data security risks and how to ensure your business is prepared as well as protected.
Kim Ferenchak, Practice Leader of Executive Risk at Oswald Companies, joins us on today’s episode of “The Second Stage” to discuss privacy and data security risks and how to ensure your business is prepared as well as protected. Business practices have evolved as we move further and further into the digital world, making it easier to not only start a business, but conduct business on a day to day basis – think better customer experience and data access - however with this comes strategic risks over cyberattacks. Ms. Ferenchak will help us understand exactly what private information is, the primary exposures that may cause harm to a business or business owner, and what elements of a cyber risk management program are imperative to ensure protection. In addition to knowing what to look for when identifying ways to get ahead of cybercrime, Ms. Ferenchak will also address what, if any, insurance solutions may be available to protect your business and its customers.
As you plan to sell your business, remember (1) you can never start too early and (2) don’t go it alone. Finding the right professional (s) to help you through the process is essential.
An important element of a great business many overlook is assembling a diverse advisory board, committed to developing your organization and exchanging knowledge.
Can intentional and “attention”al networking have a meaningful impact on your business and life? Global Leading Authority on Networking and Relationship Capital, Itzik Amiel, joins us on The Second Stage to share how to utilize ATTENTION to not only find the RIGHT people to connect with, but how to create both exciting and authentic connections to grow your business. The small act of giving genuine attention to others creates opportunity, through referrals and leads, having not only an impact on your bottom line, but enhancing your personal life too. Join us to learn more about Mr. Amiel’s own attention giving story, which ultimately saved his life!
On today’s episode of The Second Stage we welcome Bill Hubbard, Owner and Founder of Hubbard Business Counsel, to shed light on the newest of the crowdfunding options for both business owners and investors, Reg CF or Title III.