Innovation districts have the unique potential to invigorate productive, inclusive and sustainable economic development. They provide a strong platform for the creative development and expansion of jobs by helping companies, entrepreneurs, universities, researchers and investors – across sectors and markets, invent and produce new products for the market place. The byproduct of a community that…Read More→
Innovation Districts — Where Talent, Institutions, and Networks Come Together
/in Creative Business Services Posts, Darren Harrington /by CBS-GlobalInnovation districts have the unique potential to invigorate productive, inclusive and sustainable economic development. They provide a strong platform for the creative development and expansion of jobs by helping companies, entrepreneurs, universities, researchers and investors – across sectors and markets, invent and produce new products for the market place. The byproduct of a community that…Read More→
Examining the Mind of the Serious Buyer – 5 Points to Consider
/in Seller Articles /by bbpadminAre you looking for a way to perfect your presentation? Understanding what the typical serious buyer wants will help you get your business ready for selling. Let’s turn our attention to looking at what these types of individuals and entities really want. After all, your time is precious. 1. An Interest in the Industry First,…Read More→
Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Company?
/in Seller Articles /by bbpadminLike many things in life, timing can be everything when it comes to selling your company. Every day more and more baby-boomers are now reaching retirement age. Soon, the market will likely be flooded with companies looking to sell. According to a 2016 survey of business brokers, 54% plan to exit in the next ten…Read More→
Two Great Trucking Articles
/in Creative Business Services Posts, Mike Van /by CBS-GlobalTwo articles attached that caught my attention: Class 8 Orders Continue to Rocket Higher. This is solid news knowing transportation companies are placing orders for new equipment and upgrading as needed to keep current. Now more than ever: Focus eliminates distracted driving.
Reaching Out For Leads To Make A Sale
/in Creative Business Services Posts, Gary Van Sistine /by CBS-GlobalIn Wisconsin, all licensed residential, commercial, and business sales people begin by completing the same course work to receive a Wisconsin real estate salesperson’s license. By the end of every even-numbered year, each one of us must have completed required continuing education courses in order to keep our license current. But beyond that, we often…Read More→
If You’re Selling, Get Ready to Expect the Unexpected!
/in Seller Articles /by bbpadminMany experts agree that the best time to prepare to sell your business is when you start your business. That may sound extreme. However, few business owners reach that level of preparedness. A simple fact of life and owning a business is that most sales are event-driven. Factors such as problems with a partnership, health…Read More→
Are You Self-Reliant or Spiritually Reliant?
/in Creative Business Services Posts, Mike Van /by CBS-GlobalYou will read a number of words we have heard and used in the business world for a number of years within this article. These words include ACCOUNTABILITY, RESP0NSIBILITY, DISCIPLINE and RELIANCE. What I found and learned from this article is a different way of thinking or maybe it is an approach rather than just…Read More→
How to exist in a world of CHANGE!
/in Creative Business Services Posts, Mike Van /by CBS-GlobalThe paragraph that hit me from my consulting work observations is the following: “When you get complacent, though, that’s where the risk happens. When you become entitled and you say “you know what? I do not want to change. I don’t want to adapt. I’m too good for that”. Or “I already know everything I…Read More→
Who is best qualified to value your business?
/in Creative Business Services Posts, Josh Phillips /by CBS-GlobalEvery business owner with wants to know, “How much is my business worth?” The question may be lurking in the back of their mind or they may flat out ask it. The truth is, there are a number of people and resources willing to provide a business valuation…. the question is, who is BEST qualified?…Read More→
Finding a New Niche’
/in Creative Business Services Posts, Gary Van Sistine /by CBS-GlobalMuch of my client/customer experience has been in the manufacturing and service industries. This spring, I decided to attend the annual Wisconsin Public Service Farm Show in Oshkosh, WI to see if there was a need for business brokerage in that category. What an adventure! Held on the EAA grounds, March 27 – 29, the…Read More→