Even as the economy begins to turn around, banks remain hesitant to extend credit to small businesses. After a lengthy application process and rigorous audit of the business’s financial documents, many business owners are coming up short in finding the capital they need to grow their business. Without stellar credit and healthy financials, your chances … Read more
Before the end of the first period of colonialism African nations were properties of their colonial masters who did what they could to rape the continent of whatever resource they deemed good for the development of their citizens in Europe. Out of nowhere and without any consultation with the people of the African continent, the … Read more
The Franchise Business Model is being severely impacted by today’s economic woes. Many of those individuals who are out of work are looking to Franchise Purchasing as a way to rebuild their economic future and control their financial outcome. Unfortunately, these same individuals are having trouble financing a franchise purchase because of the housing debt … Read more
1. Introduction Packaging today has grown in importance and is regarded as a vital marketing tool. Better packaging results in protection and saved transportation of products, reduces loss, damage and wastage of products and produce. It enhances product value and hence expands markets within and outside the country (Jakhar, 2004). For many products, industrial … Read more
Setting up shop in Canada comes with its own set of obstacles and benefits. Statistics Canada reports that 75% of job creation is through small businesses. Getting a conventional loan is one of the biggest challenges. Canada’s major banks have big profits yet are not supportive of small businesses. Venture capital is scarce. Working … Read more