Startup Grind Lansing2024-02-26T21:41:31-05:00

Startup Grind Lansing

We Almost Forgot The Bright Spots

Following up on the end of the year video, 2023 wasn’t all doom and gloom. Our owner goes in depth what really went well for us last year. Including a few new podcast series and a couple of regular livestreaming programs. But wait, there’s more, watch the video and see how we conquered the previous year.

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By |January 10th, 2024|Categories: Blog|0 Comments

GUEST POST: Crafting Financial Security for Your Small Business: Essential Steps

The world of entrepreneurship is marked by its inherent uncertainties, making a solid financial safety net crucial for any small business. You must have a well-thought-out strategy that addresses multiple dimensions of financial planning to achieve a stable footing.

This Uno Deuce Multimedia article sheds light on several essential measures to bolster your small business’s monetary base and ensure it remains unscathed by prevalent challenges. Get ready to position your company for lasting success in an ever-evolving landscape!

Project Your Cash Flow

Cash flow projections stand as the vital pulse underpinning the success of a business. With detailed anticipation of incoming revenues and projected expenses, you can decipher the impending financial courses their ventures might take. Such predictive understanding enables you to preemptively address potential fiscal challenges or excesses, facilitating nimble shifts in their operational strategies.

Know Your Financial Statements

In the complex realm of business, knowledge stands as the beacon guiding entrepreneurs toward success. Delving deep into financial statements uncovers the subtle nuances of a company’s fiscal performance, revealing both its strengths and vulnerabilities. Coupling such discernment with prompt action helps you mitigate potential pitfalls so you can sustain growth and well-being for your business.

Get a Home Office

In the current business landscape, many entrepreneurs and small business owners are discovering the financial advantages of renting larger homes with a home office or an extra bedroom to operate their businesses. This is often a more cost-effective solution than leasing traditional office or coworking spaces.

You can find living spaces that cater to your personal and business needs by utilizing online listings with filters for price, home type, and bedroom/bathroomcount. This approach reduces expenses, eliminates the need for commuting,and offers the convenience of working in a comfortable and familiar environment, making it an attractive option for any professional today.

Separate Your Finances

Mixing personal and business finances can lead to a tangled web of complexities, potentially inviting unforeseen legal challenges. Drawing clear financial demarcations by maintaining separate accounts can guarantee transparency in assessing your business’s fiscal position. Moreover, this segregation simplifies the intricacies of tax documentation to keep you compliant without complications.

Choose To Lease or Buy

Choosing whether to lease or purchase equipment is a pivotal decision that directly impacts a company’s financial agility. While outright acquisition provides a sense of permanence, opting for leasing can be a more cost-effective approach because it preserves liquidity for other essential investments. The flexibility becomes even more valuable in sectors where technological advancements are swift; your business can stay at the forefront without heavy capital commitments.

Develop a Solid Rapport for Financing

In the nuanced ballet of commerce, aligning with the right collaborators plays a pivotal role in a venture’s trajectory. Building relationships with investors and lenders will give your business a robust support system. These partnerships, whether facilitating financial injections for expansion or acting as a buffer during downturns, can emerge as vital anchors to establish stability and advancement.

Connect With Financial Advisors and Accountants

Navigating the multifaceted realm of finance can pose challenges, even for the most experienced business leaders. Your business can gain a clearer path forward by seeking the expertise of knowledgeable financial advisorsor accountants. Armed with their specialized guidance, you can transition frommerely staying afloat to achieving robust growth and prosperity.

Secure Financial Stability with Home Warranty

Protecting your personal finances requires thoughtful planning and proactive measures. Here’s an option: if you’re concerned about the financial impact of home system or appliance breakdowns, consider investing in a home warranty. This is an annual, renewable contract that offers coverage for unexpected breakdowns to your heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems, as well as appliance repairs. Such a warranty can provide peace of mind and financial protection against unforeseen repair costs. It’s a strategic way to manage potential expenses and safeguard your budget against the unpredictable nature of home maintenance.

Wrapping Up

Entrepreneurship often feels like a voyage through turbulent seas, with thequest for financial stability as its elusive horizon. That said, your business candevelop a sturdy financial scaffold by integrating the fundamental practicespreviously highlighted.

Committing to astute financial management and fostering pivotal alliances will lay down strong pillars for your business to sail with assurance through the unpredictable tides of the business world. And your  team will be able to glide toward a future of sustained achievement!

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By |January 9th, 2024|Categories: Blog|0 Comments

EXPERT CONNEXIONS: Beyond the Hype: Practical Uses of AI in Business

Experts say there are “practical applications” for all businesses to be using AI. But what exactly does “practical” mean?

In this episode of Expert Connexions, Julie Holton talks high-level AI strategy with Jesse Flores, owner of Super Web Pros.

Hear how Jesse defines “practical”, along with his description of the evolution from AI as a novelty to a powerful disruptor and innovator.
He’ll also share his step-by-step AI growth map as he shows us how to integrate AI into business processes for increased productivity and profitability.

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By |December 30th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Expert Connexions|0 Comments

Safety. Cures. Darby. Sweet. – Images from Our December Stories

Our brand new stories in December cap off a very successful year in storytelling. We see images for stories with the Shiawassee RESD, Total Health Dentistry, First Day Homecare and Sweet Encounter Bakery for Downtown Lansing Inc. Remember to visit our Vimeo channel to see all videos in their entirety.

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By |December 27th, 2023|Categories: Blog|0 Comments

EXPERT CONNEXIONS: Grind Redefined: Creating Work-Life Balance

the employer, or the employee?

In this episode of Expert Connexions, Julie Holton dives deep into the elusive concept of work-life balance with Lisa Fisher, an acclaimed leadership coach and the 2021 National Woman of the Year.

Lisa Fisher is a founding investor for Keller Williams Realty Franchise in Lansing, and has developed training modules and global coaching programs for C-suite executives. In this episode, she shares insights:

– Defining Work-Life Balance: How to understand and achieve balance in today’s gadget-filled, fast-paced world.
– Recognizing Burnout: Early signs and how to steer clear of it.
– Strategies for Balance: Practical techniques that have proven successful for her clients.
– Impact of Remote Work: How has the shift to remote or hybrid environments affected our work-life balance?
– Employer’s Role: Should employers be concerned about their employees’ work-life balance?

Lisa’s experience offers a unique perspective on maintaining balance in high-pressure industries and the long-term effects of imbalance on teams and personal well-being. Learn more about Lisa Fisher and her work: lisafisherassociates.com

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By |December 22nd, 2023|Categories: Blog, Expert Connexions|0 Comments

The Most Successful Worst Year Ever. The UnoDeuce Take on 2023

What happened in the so call “most successful worst year ever?” Our owner Paul breaks down the good, the bad and the ugly for the calendar year 2023. We had major hits and very significant misses. What were those? How did we overcome it? Or did we? What did we learn? And are we even excited for a 2024? All of those answers are in this video. Sit back and enjoy the train wreck…err I mean the journey that tested our wills and proved that we have the ability to weather whatever can get thrown at us.

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By |December 20th, 2023|Categories: Blog|0 Comments

EXPERT CONNEXIONS: Think Tank of Three Podcast Crossover

Did you know that Expert Connexions host, Julie Holton has also been podcasting for the last five years?

Join Julie for a fun and compelling crossover episode with Reischea Canidate-Kapasouris, co-host of the Think Tank of Three podcast. Dive into a discussion that explores the very fabric of success in business: resilience, innovation, and the vibrant startup culture.

In this episode, Reischea shares her journey of redefining success, the evolution of her career, and the insights gained from transitioning from sports broadcasting to co-hosting a podcast. Julie and Reischea delve into what ‘next level’ truly means, and how personal growth intertwines with professional advancement.

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By |December 15th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Expert Connexions|0 Comments
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