The world is a highly competitive place nowadays. In order to be the kind of individual that stands out among the crowd, you must develop traits that will consistently allow you to be successful. This means that you have to be willing to go above and beyond most individuals are normally prepared to do. Here are five key traits of successful …
How to Avoid the Post-Holiday Season Drought in 2020
We know, we know – the holidays are just beginning. However, successful small business owners are always one step ahead of the game. They have a plan to avoid post-holiday season drought. Just like preparing for the holiday season before it started, it is smart to strategize early about how to keep the momentum going even after that seasonal rush. …
End of the Year Checklist for Small Business Owners
While the end of another year in tact should be a cause for celebration for small businesses, the weeks leading up to it is some of the busiest for small business owners. Internally, there will be a lot of preparation and some cramming that need to be done to get the business ready for the coming year.
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Marketing Ideas
That time of year is coming up again! Preparing for the holidays is tough for small business owners, and in the rush of getting everything together for Christmas and the end of the year, Black Friday and Small Business Saturday tend to get pushed aside. Follow our tips on Black Friday and Small business Saturday marketing below: Black Friday shoppers …
Is Your Small Business Ready for the Holidays?
For almost any small business owner, the holidays and end of the year are some of the busiest days. Thorough planning and preparation for the season are so crucial for the turnout. Some business owners even do this as early as August. If you’re not one of them, don’t fret. There’s still time for you to get fully prepared for …
Small Business Feature: Trattoria Taddei
Chef Vasco and Alma Taddei came to the city of Corpus Christi, Texas to introduce true Italian flavor to the community – and they’ve succeeded! After just a little over a year of being open, Trattoria Taddei or La Trattoria Italiana has made a name for itself as the coastal city’s go-to for delicious and authentic Italian food.
Seven Ways to Get Paid Faster
The customer is always right, however, the customer also tends to not pay on time. For a small business owner, this is one of the most frustrating things – to get work done promptly and having to wait ages for the compensation. “It comes with being in business,” some people might tell you, but does it really have to be? …
Eight Movies All Small Business Owners Should Watch
It doesn’t hurt to get entertained while learning how to further grow your business. Films, when made correctly, have the power to inspire and teach even the most experienced entrepreneurs.
Unique Ways to Promote Your Business on Social Media
With such a crowded platform, it’s easy to get lost and ignored if your social media strategy is outdated. With that said, how does a local small business stand out?
Help the Victims of Hurricane Harvey: A List of Places You Can Donate To
Hurricane Harvey, a Category 4 hurricane, devastated the Coastal Bend on the weekend of Aug. 25th. It made landfall at its peak intensity in Rockport, TX, a city 45 minutes away from Corpus Christi, where Ironwood Finance is located. Several others of our surrounding cities suffered a great deal because of Harvey and, while the spirit of the people here …