Franchise Planning: The Importance of an Exit Strategy

By Chris Bates, Vice President of Sales & Development When running a small business, the day-to-day concerns surrounding things like growth strategy, team management, and increasing revenue can dominate focus. The entrepreneurial effort that it takes to grow a business is no small feat, but those who neglect to plan ahead are doing themselves a […]

Keeping Up to Date as an Entrepreneur

By Jon McCreath, NPI, Inc.’s Technical Supervisor & Training Administrator When running a business, owners work extremely hard to find their unique strategy for consistent success. Winning over a share of the market takes time and plenty of energy, but one common pitfall that entrepreneurs frequently encounter is losing that initial fire to learn and […]

From Startups to Industry Veterans: Why You Should Write A Business Plan

By Sammi Marcellus, NPI, Inc.’s Recruitment Coordinator When launching a new business, entrepreneurs embark on a demanding journey, defining goals, charting growth plans, and strategizing execution. A business plan condenses these key elements into a streamlined document for investors to assess. While securing funding often necessitates a business plan, even established businesses benefit from revisiting […]