Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Growth of Women in Franchising
Franchising is a great way to get a business up and running quickly. It requires an entrepreneur to run an established business model, which is much easier than trying to create an idea or company on their own. Franchising appears to be especially attractive to some women, who now own one-third of franchises in… Read More »
Why a Sole Proprietorship May Be in Your Best Interest
Talk to various people about what they think is the best business structure, and more than likely, they’ll tell you to form an LLC and go incorporated. That’s because this type of structure offers protection for those with personal assets. If you get sued or anything happens to your business, your personal assets are… Read More »
Creating the Ideal Website for Your Transactions
Are you considering creating a website for your business? If so, then you need to know how to build one, and this can be challenging. The most important page on your business’ website is the transaction page, which is where all your marketing efforts occur. For this page, you can use a custom form… Read More »
Singer Katy Perry Sued for Copyright Infringement Over Halloween Costume
Halloween has come and gone, but pop star Katy Perry is dealing with a legal issue stemming from a costume she wore back in 2016. On October 29, 2016, Perry posted a photo of herself on Instagram. In the picture, she was wearing a costume depicting Hillary Clinton. However, Perry did not own the… Read More »
Types of Construction Contracts
When a general contractor is erecting a house, office building, store or other type of building, a contract is often required. A contract is a written document that outlines the scope of the project, as well as the schedule, compensation and responsibilities of all parties involved. There are several types of construction contracts that… Read More »
The Role of Franchising in Esports
Franchising is a great tool for those who want to own their own business, but don’t have a solid idea of their own. Franchising allows you to take over an existing business model without the frustration of having to implement from the very beginning. Franchising has been an effective tool for traditional sports teams… Read More »
Questions to Ask Before Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement
Many industries are highly competitive. Take technology, for example. Companies such as Apple and Samsung are always trying to come out with new and innovative phones. Video game companies like Nintendo and Playstation want to create games for which users will pay top dollar. Information is power, and it’s worth a lot of money…. Read More »
Changing Your Business Structure
When an entrepreneur is just starting out, choosing a business structure is not always a high priority. Most just choose the default structure of sole proprietorships, which is reserved for companies owned by just one person. Sole proprietorships are often preferred, since they are easy to set up and require the least amount of… Read More »
Tips for Writing a Solid Business Contract
As any entrepreneur should know, closing a deal with a client is a very important aspect of any business. This deal can provide you with substantial revenue to help your business continue to grow. However, this deal needs to be set in stone in the form of a written business contract. Never rely on… Read More »
What to Ask Yourself Before Launching a Business Startup
Many people dream of owning their own business. Yes, it can be exciting to get out of a job that you despise and start your own venture. However, creating a business startup is not for the faint of heart. When you start your own business, you need a solid plan and a lot of… Read More »