The Best Software and Tools to Use When Creating the Perfect Presentation + MORE

Are you ready to turn your ideas into real business? Well, hold your horses… first things first: You need to know how to start right. You need a plan; or better yet, you need a checklist and follow-the-dotted-line guide. While you are searching for resources, this blog post will enlighten you with 5 startup checklists you might have missed during your search…

Boston Beer Company founder Jim Koch, the maker of Samuel Adams beer, helps small businesses in the food, beverage and hospitality industries grow their businesses through microloans and one-on-one coaching.

Links that got us thinking on Thursday, May 2:

Finally, the inside story of how Taco Bell perfected the Doritos Locos taco.Inspire your team with terrible ideas, such as Big-Macs for lunch.How companies are trying to engineer a more talkative workplace.On the flip side, hey bosses, shut up already!Founders, you need a real board…

Want to grow your venture? Why you should make like you’re out of funds, even if you’re not.Believe it or not, too much money can get in the way of success for an entrepreneur who has already “made it.”If you have too much money, you won’t take as much care with your decisions–won’t treat each line item like it could make or break you…

Presentations are a great way of showcasing your professionalism and engaging with clients and/or colleagues. If you have to present your findings in a clear and concise manner then you might want to take advantage of the numerous resources available to help transform your presentation from a bog-standard, largely dull creation to one that leaps off the screen and makes people sit up and take notice…

Far from the maddening crowds and five years since the financial crisis, we look at the entrepreneurship scene in Burlington, Vt.; Chico, Calif.; Lehi, Utah; Iowa City, Iowa; and Lansing, Mich.

To keep your business running smoothly, it’s crucial to have a clear division of duties. Here’s how to set up a business with shared responsibilities– for greater satisfaction and greater rewards.