Winmark Business Solutions® Resource Articles
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Preparing to Write Your Business Plan
From securing funding to integrating key partners, your plan is essential to the future of your business. Learn more about the necessary components of every successful business plan.
Getting Financing for Your Business
As a growing business, you don't need cash, you need smart money — money that will help you develop your business, not offer a quick fix for financial instability. Learn more about smart money and where to look for reliable funding.
New Product Prototypes
You have an inspired product idea. You've committed each bit of its functionality to memory. And now it's time to make it a reality. Successfully creating a real-life representation of your brilliant idea can be challenging, so check out these tips for prototype development to make sure your idea's represented correctly.
Naming Your Web Site
Want to make it easier for potential consumers to connect with your brand online? With a memorable domain name and some well thought-out online strategies, you can create a lasting first impression and keep your consumers coming back for more. Here are a few tips and tricks to naming your site.
Starting Corporations
From a sole proprietorship to a corporation, taking the steps to become an incorporated small business, for some, is worth the paperwork. Learn more about what it means to be incorporated and what it can do for your business.
How to Reach Buyers
You've identified potential buyers beyond your closest neighbors, friends and relatives. But, how do you start establishing those important business relationships? Learn how to connect with potential buyers and take the next steps to helping your business take off.
Choosing Distribution Methods
Distribution Methods You've developed a unique product or service and identified who your buyers are and why, but how do you connect the two? Learn how to strategically choose distribution outlets that deliver your ideas effectively and ultimately grow your business.
Managing Your Time Better
As a new business owner, you may be overwhelmed with the time commitment your new adventure demands. But, keep in mind, your business will not take over your life if you don't let it. Check out these tips on how to manage the work and still have time for your family.
Your Home Office
Toying with the idea of turning the spare room into an office? Playing the role of both mom and entrepreneur at home is bound to have some implications on your family and your business. Here are some things to ponder when considering a home office.
Recruiting and Hiring
Investing your time, energy and money to find the right person to entrust with the ins and outs of your business can be a daunting task. Here are some things to consider when hiring a new employee.