Last week, Jeff Crook from Village Bank joined us to discuss business financing options with banks. We explored three main types of financing: credit cards, lines of credit, and term loans. This session was designed to help business owners determine which option may...
Learning Lab
CO— Strategy Studio: Managing Your Cash Flow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jir8kZxwAA&t=738s In this episode of CO— Strategy Studio, CO— Editor-in-Chief Jeanette Mulvey talks with Tom Kelly, Director of Analyst Relations for Oracle Netsuite, and Danielle Thieret, Founder of event management company We...
5 Steps to Take Immediately If Your Business Is Hacked
Cyberattacks cripple company operations, but swift action can reduce damage. Here’s how to respond to a security incident. By: Jessica Elliott , Contributor, Co. Cybercrime comes in all shapes and forms. It can immediately slow networks or send spam emails from your...
Essential Business Finance Terms for Local Businesses in the Greater Richmond Area
Understanding key financial terms and concepts is crucial for the success of any local business. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your financial management skills, here are some important terms and theories every small business owner in the Greater...
Advanced Financial Analysis: Diving Deeper into Financial Metrics and Ratios
this post will delve into advanced financial metrics and ratios that can help businesses make more informed decisions
Top Inventory Management Software for Local Businesses in Richmond, Virginia
For Richmond’s independent businesses, effective inventory management is crucial to maintaining cash flow and reducing costs, especially during uncertain economic times. At InUnison, we understand that local businesses need practical solutions that save time and...
Event Recap: Building a Company Culture Your Business Can Be Proud Of
InUnison recently hosted an insightful Learning Lab event featuring Jill Lemon from Sandbox, who presented on the crucial topic of building a company culture that your business can be proud of. Local Richmond business owners gathered to learn about the significant...
How to Create a Shipping Plan
One of the many roles a small business owner holds is Fulfillment and Shipment Manager. It is incumbent on small businesses to adapt to the consumer mindset shift and do so with an effective shipping system. Know Which Service to Use and When All shipping services are...
How to Manage Stress as a Business Owner
Owning a business comes with a lot of responsibility and an endless list of things that could potentially keep an owner up at night. And that was before a global pandemic crashed into the retail and hospitality industries especially hard. While it may be a foregone...
Energy Audits to Save Money
Conducting an energy use audit effectively identifies opportunities for reducing energy consumption and saving money. Here’s a step-by-step guide to conducting an energy use audit for your business: 1. Gather Data Collect Energy Bills: Gather at least one year of...