Study: Only 55% of Small Business Owners Would Recommend Their Banking Partner
Small business banking should be simple, right? Credit cards, checking accounts, loans for business opportunities and startup costs… if only it was that straightforward. The reality is, small business owners have so many options for banking and financing. And with millions of new businesses launching every year, they have a wide variety of banking needs. […]
5 Considerations for Naming Your Company
It’s one of the biggest decisions you’ll make when building your business: the company name. The name of a small business is the first piece of information a prospective customer will have about the business. Naming your company should not be left up to the flip of a coin or an idea that comes after […]
3 Phases of Launching Your Small Business
The end of 2021 likely brought a sigh of relief. Although last year had its ups and downs, it also set a new record for the number of new business applications submitted. A whopping 5.4 million submissions surpassed the 2020 record of 4.4 million. Despite a number of factors contributing to instability, many Americans finally […]
Local Business Owners Take Part in Viably Pitch Night
As any entrepreneur can tell you, nailing a pitch takes time, practice, and solid feedback to get it just right. I’ve been through it before, so I know how difficult it can be to replicate the environment for your pitch. That’s why we launched our “Pitch Nights” at Viably. Our Pitch Night provides a safe […]
How to Choose the Right Type of Financing for Your Small Business
Most small business owners will need financing at some point. But access to capital is tricky if you’re not sure exactly what you’re looking for. As an entrepreneur, you may be an expert on your business objectives, but not necessarily an expert on small business financing options. And while the banks may be experts on […]
Small Business Working Capital: The Funding Revolution is Here
Small businesses need working capital to operate and to grow. It’s no secret. But for many small business owners, the waters are murky when it comes to accessing capital. Banking products and options for small business funding are unfamiliar to many business owners. Entrepreneurs’ expertise is often in the products and services they offer, not […]
