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On today’s Business Beat, Jeff Sloan cheers the results of a new survey showing more than half of…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” host Jeff Sloan talks about the importance of shopping…
When negotiating, it pays to analyze the situation and respond appropriately. If you’re not careful, you could quickly…
So, you’ve got a bright idea for a business and you’re ready to get started. You’re buzzing with…
On this segment of the “Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff Sloan is joined by Wayne Rourke, who provides…
Startups and small businesses can find themselves facing a bit of a dilemma when it comes to managing…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Howard Handler of 313 Presents talks summer entertainment and…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Michael Spath and Jeff Sloan talk about football recruiting…
Jeff Sloan, founder & CEO of StartupNation, discusses professional liability and errors and omissions (E&O) coverage with Michael…
If you want to create a thriving, successful company, you must focus on creating a distinctive company culture.…
The circumstances of starting a business vary greatly, depending on the business model. In my own entrepreneurial journey,…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff Sloan and the morning crew talk about the…
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) is one of the fastest-growing niches in technology. These solutions enable you to access and use…
Having an almost entirely remote workforce is a relatively new concept for many business owners. People worked remotely…
You probably get tired of having to answer the same questions over and over. After all, our lives…
Starting a new company is an exciting venture for any entrepreneur, but every founder knows that starting a…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” WDET’s Ann Delisi talks with Jeff Sloan about the…
Strategic partnerships with 'stars' in your industry or business can help propel you to rapid growth – they bring in key contacts and industry ...
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jim Bieri explains to Jeff why brick-and-mortar retail isn’t…
A good partnership will elevate both brands, empower you to serve customers better and bring in more money…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff addresses the difficult business of attracting and retaining customer loyalty. Now, more than…
You can make all the right money moves to set your business up for success, but sometimes, it…
The following is an excerpt on leadership from “Build the Damn Thing: How to Start a Successful Business…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff talks about the most popular marketing initiatives of top marketing executives as cited…
On this episode of “Inside Michigan Business,” Michigan Venture Capital Association Executive Director Ara Topouzian talks with host…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff Sloan shares tips from a Vox article by…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff Sloan shares information on how small businesses can get part of $10 billion…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Derek Dickow talks with host Jeff Sloan about how…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff gets an update on the Flint water crisis…
For brands to succeed, they need to know how they are perceived on social media. They also need…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Michael Spath tells Jeff Sloan why 2022 might be…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” a preview of a Business Biography show on 760…
The Great Resignation: myth or true? While some people say it’s just a new HR trendy topic, data…
It’s an exciting moment in the life cycle of a startup when an entrepreneur decides to establish a…
Most startups fail—up to 90% in 2019—and unfortunately, more often than not, the founders themselves are responsible. Financial…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff Sloan talks about the threat of an ice…
Building a high level of customer participation into your brand’s DNA will reap long-term rewards. There is no…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff Sloan and his morning crew talk about the…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Inc. reporter Melissa Angell tells Jeff Sloan about the…
How has your small business partnered with influencers? Give your best tip for other SMB looking to partner…
On today’s Business Beat, Jim Bieri of SBRE tells Jeff Sloan that brick-and-mortar retail “will continue to evolve…
Metrics matter, but not all data is created equal. In the frantic hunt for indicators of growth, entrepreneurs…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff talks with Phil Gusmano of Better Made about…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff Sloan talks with Josh Linkner about creativity: what it…
Virtual offices have been around for a while, but they’re not really what the name “virtual office” suggests.…
StartupNation Media Group announced Wednesday that Colin McMahon has been appointed chief operating officer, effective immediately. The award-winning…
Yes, you read the title right. Filing your tax return could potentially contribute something better to your business…
When you’re starting a business, there’s a lot to learn and a lot of new terrains to navigate.…
As an entrepreneur, what is one unexpected challenge you faced and how did you overcome it? To help…
In your startup’s earliest days, you need to improve its online visibility as much as possible. Boosting brand…