Is an SBA Loan Right for Your Business
Maggie Butler Maggie Butler

Is an SBA Loan Right for Your Business

Do you have a business idea, but you aren’t sure how to get it funded? A SBA loan can be a great option to make that dream a reality. We discuss how to get started with a business plan, understand who is eligible to apply and steps to take to move closer to launching your business.

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We bought an Airbnb because of a business plan…
Maggie Butler Maggie Butler

We bought an Airbnb because of a business plan…

We started an Airbnb because of a business plan! Before investing in a new business (and a property), we did what do best: built a business plan. We walk you through what worked, and if that investment was worth it.

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Lessons Learned After One Year in Business
Maggie Butler Maggie Butler

Lessons Learned After One Year in Business

Local Union turned one in September 2021. Check out the top four lessons learned from the past year ,as co-founders sit down and reflect on key takeaways for new businesses after one year in business.

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Three Easy Ways to Boost Profit
Maggie Butler Maggie Butler

Three Easy Ways to Boost Profit

We share three easy ways to boost profit (and it doesn’t involve getting more sales). Learn how to cut the costs that might be burning a hole in your business.

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Growing your Company from Today to Early-Retirement
Maggie Butler Maggie Butler

Growing your Company from Today to Early-Retirement

When growing our business, it's critical to plan with the end in mind. Where do you want your business to be when you're ready to say goodbye? Does it fund your retirement? Does it allow you to spend more time with family? Planning today, and building a small business asset, is a necessary strategic decision.

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Retain more Customers (and up to 95% more profit)
Maggie Butler Maggie Butler

Retain more Customers (and up to 95% more profit)

RETENTION, the powerful yet overlooked profit maker. Did you know it costs ~5X more to acquire a new customer than it does to keep an existing one? And a 5% increase in customer retention equals ~25-95% more profits!! The numbers speak for themselves - retaining clients is critical.

Having a retention strategy for your business is your first step!

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Your Four Career Boosters
Maggie Butler Maggie Butler

Your Four Career Boosters

Building a strong support system for your small business plays a critical role in reaching your goals. Being an entrepreneur can get lonely (especially when our peers are the competition)! Proactively finding the right people, with diverse perspectives and skill sets, to put in your “corner” helps take your business to the next level.

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