5 Businesses that Do Poorly During a Recession

Finance

Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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A recession is a global phenomenon that affects every industry in some way. This can be hard for businesses to plan for, as you must be prepared for all what-ifs in your business model and finances. Even if you aren’t [..] read more

How Did Oprah Get Rich?

Entrepreneurial Lifestyle

Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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Oprah Winfrey was bound to have an encouraging life story considering her difficult path. Born in Mississippi and raised by her single mother, Oprah had a rough childhood that included abuse and poverty. However, this [..] read more

Understanding the Differences Between a Business Model and a Business Plan

Business Models

Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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Business model and business plan are two terms that get confused quite often. People assume that both are the same, and their confusion often leads to a failure in their business or startup. Still, they have some significant [..] read more

3 Types of Vertical Integration to Understand for Business Growth

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Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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  Vertical integration is a strategy businesses can use to help them achieve their goals (others can be viewed here). It involves buying other companies to increase sales, reduce costs or improve efficiency. The main [..] read more

8 Businesses that Every Neighborhood Needs

Entrepreneurial Lifestyle

Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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When searching for a business idea, aspiring entrepreneurs can sometimes make the mistake of thinking their business needs to be the next Instagram. While it is always good to dream big, sometimes the best opportunities are [..] read more

Understanding the Razor and Blade Business Model

Business Models

Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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  There are many different types of business models available for a business to choose from. The razor and blade business model has been around for over a century and is still one of the most successful types. [..] read more

6 Differences Between a Business and Personal Laptop

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Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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Laptops are great tools for the work or for personal use. They’re portable, easy to use, and they allow you to keep your work on the go. More and more professionals are working remotely which is blurring the lines [..] read more

Pros and Cons of a Franchise Business Model

Business Models

Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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There are many ways to go into business. How to start your business is a huge decision, and choosing the perfect business model will have a major impact on how things will go. One of the options available to you is running a [..] read more

3 Reasons Why the Freemium Model Works

Finance

Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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There are many types of business models to choose from when starting and operating a business. However, the freemium business model continues to be a popular option for many startups and established companies. While this [..] read more

Pros and Cons of a Subscription-Based Business Model

Business Models

Jazmin Merriman

1 year ago

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A subscription business model can effectively transform one-time buyers into repeat customers who generate steady, long-term cash flow. Subscription business models are attractive to many entrepreneurs because they offer [..] read more