Conducting a Mid-year Business Performance Review Conducting a mid-year business performance review is a great way to assess your company’s progress, identify areas for improvement, and make any necessary adjustments to achieve your annual goals. Here’s a step-by-step roadmap on how to do it: Define your objectives: Clearly outline the purpose and goals of the […]
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Greetings, When the ND SBDC revised our mission, vision, and values, each team member felt strongly about a specific value: Culture. While most might read that and think, well, “culture” isn’t a value. As our conversations began to shape the idea behind it, we felt that was the most all-encompassing word to describe our intent: […]
New Beginnings – Minot 2024 MINOT – In July 2023, New Beginnings Imaging opened its doors in Minot, North Dakota, introducing a unique and personalized perspective to ultrasound services. Founder Amanda Olson, an experienced ultrasound technologist, envisioned a redefined pregnancy ultrasound experience. Her vision wasn’t just about providing medical services; it was a commitment to […]
The Range – Fargo 2024 FARGO – Tim Brown, a former United States Army Medic and Fargo Police officer, fulfilled a lifelong dream of starting his own business in November 2023. His vision was to create a business that not only aligned with his passion for training and teaching, but also allowed him to maintain […]
Greetings from the North Dakota Small Business Development Network (ND SBDC, ND APEX, and VBOC of the Dakotas)! This month, we are highlighting our wonderful ND SBDC State Advisory Board – a group of thirteen, each from one of our state’s eight planning regions, ensuring that North Dakota businesses and regions are accurately and fairly […]
Understanding Financing Options Understanding the lending process and program options is overwhelming and often unfamiliar for entrepreneurs. Even those more aware of the process can forget or ignore traditional funding sources. Setting a business up to be able to cash flow and build financial success often takes a multi-program approach. These considerations are relevant for […]
Celebrating ND SBDC and SBDC Day on March 20th! Happy National SBDC Day 2024! On March 20th, we join thousands of Small Business Development Centers and their staff across the nation in celebrating the vital support they provide to entrepreneurs in their journey to small business success. The inaugural SBDC Day took place in […]
I attended a presentation regarding Time Management. The presenter mentioned that there is no possibility that a person can and does multitask. The presenter goes on to say that a person does not do two things simultaneously. You don’t fold laundry while doing the dishes. You don’t read all computer screens at the same time. […]
The best part of my job is speaking one-on-one with hundreds of business owners and employers about the hurdles they face. At the top of that list, the workforce continues to be a hot topic. Business owners are worried, and rightly so, because they are struggling to find qualified candidates. So where have all the […]
‘Tis the season once again! Our 2023 Annual Report is now available, highlighting our growth and success throughout the year. Inside, you’ll find a letter from Tiffany Ford, ND SBDC State Director, along with impact figures both collectively and for each center. Explore inspiring success stories from every region and messages from our business advisors. […]