Hearing from entrepreneurs that have “been there and done that” can be inspirational and instructional. This section contains that kind of information.
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Andrew J. Sherman
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When facing the prospect of litigation, entrepreneurs should be sure to explore all of the options beyond forging ahead to court. This tool is a series of checklists designed to help entrepreneurs conduct a litigation-focused cost-benefit analysis, such as deciding to explore settlement or alternative dispute resolution.
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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Given rapidly moving changes in our marketplace, the challenge for the entrepreneurial company is how and when to grow. And this leads to other major questions that can be difficult to answer. What strategies should be used to facilitate growth? How do you know whether these strategies are appropriate for your business?
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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Selling your business to another individual or company is one of four usual choices for liquidating your equity. Here's a review of the pros, cons and alternatives that may help you evaluate your plans.
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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Entrepreneurs should articulate their purpose in a specific three-year vision statement with specific goals for growth.
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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By partnering with Vietnamese craftswomen, Jennifer Woodsmall is growing a business that gives back.
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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Instead of just building a solid basis for a liquidity event, the founder of a company doing telecommunications management and cost control sold her business to ensure its growth.
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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When it comes time sell your company, one of the toughest issues is communicating the process to employees. One positive way to do this is to establish a company culture rooted in honesty and openness, which can allay employee anxiety during a potential company sale.
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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Nancy Richards could have taken an easier route with her business, but instead chooses to help small, talented companies get established by creating partnerships with them.
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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Joan and Stephen Carter's small company gives back to entrepreneurship in a big way through the Junior Achievement program.
- Author:
Andrew J. Sherman
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This article from business consultant Stephen Shapiro's blog offers a useful matrix-based method to think strategically about your company and to allocate your time. It also guides the most valuable ways to spend your time, based on the matrix you create.