The Top 10 Secrets of Running a Successful Business

Infographic | February 26, 2020

Starting a business is an inherently risky endeavor, especially when headlines and statistics tout findings that around 20 percent of small businesses fail within the first year and 50 percent within five years. But those prospects can change dramatically based on where you headquarter your business. A recent study from online business loan site LendingTree found that certain cities in the U.S. are better places to start new small businesses than others. To determine the rankings, LendingTree looked at the data it has from companies applying for loans and studied the percentages of businesses that were profitable, the percentage less than six years old, the percentage with less than $1 million in revenue and the percentage with fewer than 250 employees across U.S. metro areas.

Infographic | August 20, 2022

As per a study, ecommerce is estimated to account for over $6.5 trillion in sales, representing 22% of all total retail sales across the world

Infographic | August 24, 2022

The need for innovation has eventually arrived in the industry (finance), and most players are finally stepping up their game to stay relevant in the upcoming years. Those who adapt to changing circumstances will prevail.

Infographic | December 13, 2019

If you're a small business owner, I'm sure you can easily relate: Your head is likely adorned by quite a few different hats on any given day. So when it comes to social media, it's no wonder so many small business owners have been slow to incorporate this newish channel into their overall marketing strategy. Let's face it: Social media can be quite the time suck!

Infographic | January 7, 2020

The economy helped many small businesses thrive in 2019, but 2020 could be a whole different story.

Infographic | March 23, 2021

Corporate sustainability consists of three pillars: environmental, social, and economic. Each business is responsible for creating a sustainability plan that acknowledges all three. In addition to protecting the environment, sustainability measures can help small businesses gain favor with consumers by demonstrating social responsibility and business ethics. Sustainable practices also positively impact a company’s bottom line by reducing resource waste and improving productivity.