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Use the term"sustainable" in a business environment and do not be surprised to find some eyeball rolling.The notion of business sustainability for a few conjures up images of"tree-hugging dirt fans," as one bumper sticker proclaims.Yet in the long run, sustainability -- not growth for growth's sake -- is the perfect model for long-term company and stakeholder success.When Companies Focus on Growing for Growth's SakeEverything you usually see in companies with a excellent idea and strong foundation is an initial phase of rapid expansion...

You have a special advantage, an edge nobody else has.When you put that exceptional advantage to work for you -- when you take some time to develop it as you would strengthen a muscle -- you get something which reduces perceived risk and triples your odds for success.That something is called Informed Confidence.In actuality, research in progress by the SBA Office of Advocacy shows that confidence is the number one success factor when starting any new enterprise...

The idea of franchising is a couple of centuries old.The franchising business and world economies have developed simultaneously.The term 'franchise' comes from old French where it meant freedom, or privilege.Franchising goes back to the olden days when the feudal lords granted consent to their slaves and common men to hold fairs, markets, ferries, as well as permitted hunting on their lands.From the middle ages, kings used the idea of franchising when they gave contracts, or businesses for the majority of the business activities like developing roads, wells, and brewing ale...

Capitalizing a new business entity is a vital step of the formation procedure.Failing to take the step may result in serious legal problems if the entity is ever sued.Thus, what's capitalization and what actions must be taken?Capitalizing Your Corporation"Capitalization" basically refers to financing your corporation.In essence, you're providing substance to the thing in the kind of cash or property...

Your internet business provides you the chance to market products/services cost effectively anywhere in the world but your competition has the exact same opportunity.You should be forward thinking constantly trying to improve in your strength from the competition.Look for new opportunities and devise strategies to take advantage of those opportunities in order for your internet business will remain ahead...