Oct 2, 2024 | Entrepreneurship
The Wardrobe of Hats Worn by Entrepreneurs It’s no surprise that entrepreneurs wear a lot of hats. It’s an analogy, not a literal expression. Though, if you think of it literally, it’s equally true. Think of the owner of a hot dog stand who sets up shop outside a...
May 1, 2024 | Entrepreneurship
This blog was written by Robb Zerr. We remember Robb’s legacy with Commerce and OEDC. Anyone who took Chemistry 101 knows about phase transitions. They occur when a solid turns into a liquid or a liquid turns into a gas (vapor). They happen all around us. Take...
Mar 1, 2024 | Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Networking
This blog was written by Robb Zerr. We remember Robb’s legacy with Commerce and OEDC. Maybe you’ve heard it referred to as the Pareto Principle or the 80/20 rule. Focusing on your top 20% of clients isn’t a new concept, but it’s one that’s often forgotten or ignored....
Feb 2, 2024 | Education, Entrepreneurship, Marketing
Artificial Intelligence certainly isn’t the death knell many predicted. If harnessed correctly, it’s much more a tool than a threat. Below I’ve outlined FREE (mostly, at least in the beginning) AI tools which I’ve tested and recommend to small businesses. 1....
Jan 2, 2024 | Community Activities, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Starting a Business
This post was written by Robb Zerr. We remember Robb’s legacy with Commerce and OEDC. Making and keeping business resolutions for the coming year is a powerful strategy that can propel your toward greater growth and success. In an ever-evolving business landscape,...
Dec 1, 2023 | Entrepreneurship, Reporting and Taxes
For the small business owner, tax season can be hair-rippingly stressful, and the prospect of shelling out a load of money to the government is not a pleasant one. To keep your hair in place, you have to be smart with how you tackle business tax preparation. Even...
