Jean Jennings is an aspiring writer whose forays into the world of small businesses began when her sister decided to open an Etsy shop for her crafts. What started as a hobby and "something to do on the side" quickly turned into a full-time job, and now Jean works hard to share what she's learned with other would-be business owners and partners to help them better navigate the world of entrepreneurship.
It’s a fact that most new small businesses struggle. It’s part of the process. Still, keeping a business afloat in a rough business climate can be a daunting challenge. Here are six steps you can take to keep your business afloat and financially healthy.
To ensure that you and your business are able to stand up to challenging situations, you have to familiarize yourself with some of the typical problems small business owners face. Here are five common struggles of a small business owner.