DISCLAIMER: These guides are for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional legal advice. See more at the end of this article. Starting a new business can be expensive. Even if you don’t manufacture your own goods or sell them at a retail store, you’ll still likely need to pay for storage space, shipping
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a bookstore, selling paperbacks and hardcover books online can make more economic sense than owning a brick-and-mortar store. You can save money on rent, employee wages, and common bookstore amenities like cozy reading chairs. There is one big challenge, however: you have to deal with the expense and logistics
In December 1914, Ernest Shackleton set sail aboard the Endurance. Along with his crew, Shackleton aimed to cross the Antarctic continent. The ship never reached its destination. After months immobilized in an Antarctic ice flow, the Endurance sank into the Weddell Sea. Over the next 10 months, Shackleton guided the men as they camped on
Whether you’ve just launched your business or have been in the game for years, figuring out shipping can be one of the biggest headaches. There’s no one-size-fits-all shipping strategy, but a flat rate can be a game-changer when offering a better checkout experience and encouraging repeat business. Customers today are looking for fast, affordable shipping
A shipping label is a crucial part of the supply chain—without the right information, packages can be held up in transit or delivered to the wrong address, neither of which is great for customer trust or your bank balance. To give your customers the best experience possible, it’s important you include the right information on
If you’re interested in running for office, some degree of charisma or charm is often a prerequisite. Politicians can’t just tell voters what to do—instead, they use passion and enthusiasm to make voters believe that their vision is what’s best. They rely on catchy slogans, campaign t-shirts, and soaring political speeches. If every candidate is
Every orca whale plays an essential role in their pod. Older female orcas are typically community-oriented leaders—they provide guidance, organization, and even discipline. They help their pods hunt by working together to tire out their prey. These orca matriarchs are examples of organizational leaders. They use emotional intelligence to keep the pod together while empowering
What do sourcing raw materials, running sales promotions, and leading a team of workers have in common? They all lean heavily on your communication skills. Whether your intended audience is an overseas supplier, a prospective customer, or your in-house sales team, an important part of being a leader is having the ability to share information
The concept of asking for payment isn’t new—but the modern invoice has surprisingly ancient roots. From cuneiform records in Mesopotamia to clay tablets in Athens, people have been sending requests for money for at least as long as written language has existed. As for an invoice that looks pretty similar to one we might send
Few things make or break an event like the food. While the power of a great restaurant experience is undisputed, there’s something uniquely challenging and compelling about great catering: If you can transport a flawless dining experience into many different (often unpredictable) locations, in any kind of weather, that’s a kind of superpower. Good catering
