Mike Kappel
Forbes
Canton, OH, United States
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5 Ways To Get Your Business Going On A Shoestring Budget
Have a million-dollar business idea, but not a million dollars? Not a problem when you do things like skip the space and make personal sacrifices. → Read More
The Aspiring Entrepreneur’s #1 Question: “How Much Is This Going to Cost Me?”
You have a great business idea. The best, really. But if you’re thinking about bringing it to life, your first question is bound to be about money. After → Read More
6 Signs Your Business Isn’t Working (and How to Get Back on Track)
Opening the doors to your business can be one of the most exciting days of your life. But, no one ever plans to go out of business when everything is so → Read More
Everything You Need to Know About Payroll Reporting
First comes hiring. Then comes onboarding. Then comes … happily ever after? Not quite. If you have employees, you need to stay on top of all things → Read More
Want to Become an Employer of Choice? Give These 7 Tactics a Shot
As an employer, you want to hire the best of the best for your business. After all, who doesn’t want talented and hard-working employees? But in order to → Read More
5 Ways to Grow Your Business With COVID Relief
Did the coronavirus impact your business? More than likely, yes. Navigating through the pandemic has been a tough time for businesses and workers alike. → Read More
6 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner About Payroll
Before I hired my first employee, I was somewhat in the dark about payroll. Sure, I knew that payroll equaled paychecks. However, I wasn’t aware of all → Read More
6 Tips for Building Your Company and Getting Back to Business in 2021
Let’s face it … 2020 was a hard year for everyone. But, it was especially hard for us entrepreneurs and business owners around the globe. Of course, you → Read More
For a Successful Holiday Season, Meet Your Customers Where They Are
This year is certainly something, to say the least. Don’t get me wrong—I’ve been counting my blessings each day, but there’s no arguing that 2020 has → Read More
COVID Got You Scrambling? Learn How to Adjust Employee Responsibilities to Keep Up
Some businesses have had to furlough or let go of employees due to COVID-19. Others are busier now than ever, trying to fill orders for in-demand products → Read More
5 Ways to Bounce Back From a Bad Business Reputation
Your business’s reputation is a powerful thing. It can either be one of your greatest assets or one of your biggest liabilities. As a business owner, → Read More
How to Choose a Picture-Perfect Business Name
Selecting a name for your business is one of the most important steps of establishing your startup. But, it’s not something you can pull out of a hat and instantly cross off of your list. It takes time to come up with the perfect business name that will draw people’s attention. To start your business off on the right foot, learn how to choose a picture-perfect name for your business. 6 Tips for… → Read More
Your Social Media Etiquette Handbook (Business Edition)
Entrepreneurs are inherently rule-breakers. And as an entrepreneur, you likely throw aside conventional rules and take the road less traveled.… → Read More
6 Ways To Protect Your Business During The Coronavirus Outbreak
To protect your business and employees during the coronavirus pandemic, use these six strategies. → Read More
Can You Have a Fun and Productive Work Environment? Science Says Yes
As an entrepreneur, you’re likely serious about your startup and want to succeed. But, there’s no rule that says you need to be serious 24/7. News flash: your workplace doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom to be productive (the truth hurts, doesn’t it?). If you want your workplace to increase productivity, you need to have a little … fun. Read on to learn what science says about using fun… → Read More
8 Indicators Your Business Website Is Going Down the Drain
Your website is a digital storefront for your small business. And because it’s one of the first things a potential customer sees about your company, you better be making a good first impression. But, how can you expect to make a positive impression if your business website is outdated and ugly? Would you show up to a formal interview wearing shorts and a T-shirt? Or, would you dress to impress?… → Read More
Get a Grip, Small Business Owners! 5 Tips to Help You Deal With Stress.
Eliminating stress is impossible, but here are some tactics to help you cope and stay strong. → Read More
7 Ways to Retain Customers’ Trust and Build Up Brand Loyalty
Steve Jobs once said, “A brand is simply trust.” Without customers trusting you, your startup is on track to sink.…… → Read More
6 Small Business Benefits of Leaping Outside Your Comfort Zone
Starting a business takes guts. And, pursuing your passion requires you to take risks. To maximize your entrepreneurial experience, you…… → Read More
How to Rebuild After Your Business Fails
Starting a new business is always risky and intimidating. And, unfortunately, not every business will succeed. A significant part of being an entrepreneur is learning from your mistakes and growing from them. According to one source, approximately 30% of new businesses fail during the first two years of opening. Chances are, you will experience failure at some point, in some capacity, as a… → Read More