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The Art of Picking The Right SBA Lender

The top 100 SBA lenders are far from interchangeable. They come in many different shapes, sizes, and competencies. And they also come and go.

21 Hats Live: We're Going to Ann Arbor!

We will have peer-group conversations on the issues you want to discuss. We will tour local businesses. We will eat good food. We will build relationships. And we’ll leave inspired.

The 21 Hats Marketing Workshop Returns

This is a very unusual opportunity to participate in a collaborative workshop with fellow business owners led by someone with real expertise. Everyone leaves with a real strategic plan tailored specifically to their own business. Guaranteed!

Searching for a Bank that Understands Entrepreneurs

It’s been a long, difficult search with lots of twists and turns and more than a little hair-pulling, but I think I’ve found the right bank.

Tough Times Can Bring Big Opportunities

Yes, the economy has been scary and unsettling, but the way you respond can change the direction of your business.

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As the Covid Cash Runs Out, Entrepreneurs Confront a Hard, New Reality

If we have been living off of Covid cash—whether directly or as the result of government funding going to clients and customers—what is our plan going forward?

The SBA Has a Branding Problem

Heard its programs aren’t worth the trouble? Your friend's SBA experience might not be your experience.

When Your Line of Credit Is Maxed Out

When looking to invest money in your business, your line of credit may look tempting because it’s so easy to access. But that can be a mistake.

Why Does It Take a Crisis to Spur Action?

We’re finally addressing some issues we should have addressed a long time ago

I Don't Like the Red Flags I'm Seeing

When we try to help businesses with their capital needs, we review their profit-and-loss statements. These days, around half of the statements we see are down compared to last year.

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