The Easy Way to Write a Small Business Plan for a Bank Loan

Written by Jim Otto

Writing a business plan for a small business can be a daunting task -- just the sound of it makes it sound BIG! So here are some down-to-earth tips to make the process easy:

It's important to understand that when developing a plan that there are plans for internal use, those for investors, those for bankers, etc. Be sure you know who your plan is going to be for. In this article we are going to focus on the one written to obtain financing

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10 Reasons to Invest in a Hair Salon Franchise

Written by Jim Otto

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Which Salon Franchise is Best?

Written by Jim Otto

In the franchise world there are many options, and choosing between categories alone can be an interesting challenge.  However, one category that is worth careful evaluation is salon franchises.  Why?  Well, everyone needs a haircut now and then.  Most sectors of the salon industry are recession resistant, and it doesn't appear that the internet is going to be able to replace haircuts anytime soon!

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Salon Franchise Owner Erin Nanke and Des Moines Marketing

Written by Jim Otto

Developing a children's salon franchise into a thriving business requires a lot of time, hard work, and the use of effective marketing. Sometimes overlooked, marketing a business to your community not only can be a way to exercise creativity and have fun with your staff - but also helps generate a positive and exciting image to your audience! 

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Albuquerque Shear Madness Salon Franchise voted Best of City!

Written by Jim Otto

Albuquerque Salon Franchise Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids was recently voted by readers as Albuquerque The Magazine's Best of the City for 2014! The magazine, which serves as a schowcase for Albuquerque's most interesting people and places, explains that for 10 years the Best of the City award has allowed readers to vote on their favorites in order to "find the newest, the coolest, the most interesting, and most exciting things about Albuquerque."

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