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Managing contracts is an essential part of doing business. You and the other companies you do business with count on your contracts to define your promises. The contract can seem clear as you finalize negotiations, but when it comes time to look at the details, it can...
Every business has information that makes it different than its competitors. Your business may not have a secret recipe, but it does have traits that make your business unique in your industry. If you do not value and protect your secrets, you could lose your edge in...
Often, when you start a business, you work with more than just your clients. You work with other companies, too. Although you may not have formal contracts with your customers, you may find yourself negotiating contracts to get the supplies and other services you need...
At some point in every business, there is a need to find additional financing. There are many options for financing, from traditional loans to venture capitalists. You need to figure out what option works best for your business. One type of funding to consider is...
Starting a new business is an exciting time. You and your partner are ready to charge into the future as your company plans develop. There are times, even when the business is doing well, that your partnership feels strained and awkward. You may not have substantial...
In the early stages of a partnership or LLC, it is easy to see your venture with complete optimism. When you are excited about a new opportunity, you may not see the need for changes in the future. As you and your partners started your business, it seemed like your...
Whether a company is moving to a new location or opening its doors for the first time, the terms of a commercial lease can make the difference between a business flourishing or faltering. As businessmen and women themselves, landlords typically design leases to be...
As owner of a closely-held business, you have created a company culture and have systems and a brand in place that have brought you success. You are accustomed to being responsible primarily to yourself and your partners and associates. There are times when it makes...
For most companies, there is not a constant surge of business that promises prosperity for the foreseeable future. There are times when you are doing well, and times when you hope for more. When your business is booming, it is easy to start thinking about reinvesting...
You and your business partners count on contracts to complete some of the essential parts of your business. During a negotiation, you decide the benefits that make up both sides of the agreement to meet your needs. Unfortunately, there are times when circumstances out...