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The following is an excerpt from “Rise Up: Leadership Habits for Turbulent Times” by Mike Watson and Ali…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Michael Spath tells Jeff Sloan about changes to RV…
So, you’ve decided to launch a startup. Congrats: That’s a bold decision! Now it’s time for prompt actions.…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff announces the Black Girl Ventures pitch competition, a chance to not only win…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff Sloan talks with Bob Kratt of Hamilton’s Propane about how business success can…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Brian Elias of 1-800-Hansons talks with Jeff Sloan about…
The Midwest is rapidly becoming home to some of the best fintech startups in the country. Chicago, for…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” host Jeff Sloan and his team talk about how…
Arguably the key sales technique in your arsenal is closing the deal, the culmination of the sales cycle – here are five tips to help make you a more e...
In the hustle and bustle of scaling a company, hitting headcount deadlines, and keeping up with an email…
We live in a world with endless options and opportunities: where to live, where to eat, where to…
When you’re growing a startup, there are a lot of things you need to take into account. One…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff provides details of the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program, including free resources,…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff tells small businesses the four steps to effectively generate customer satisfaction and brand…
You’re not a failure if you don’t achieve your goal. Most companies adopt a certain type of goal…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Vox reporter Benji Jones updates Jeff Sloan on the…
If your systems aren’t lean, efficient and precise, you’re wasting time and money while putting your business at…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” MLive reporter Garret Ellison and Jeff Sloan discuss how…
Securing funding, whether for a startup or an established business, is not an easy task. A strong startup…
Jeff Sloan, founder and CEO of StartupNation discusses professional liability and errors and omissions coverage with Michael Spath…
Can one secretive Silicon Valley giant reshape how we fight wars?
Supply chain breakdowns are happening due to global disruptions, rising costs and increased consumer expectations. Businesses can’t always…
Owning a small business is a dream for many. The freedom, creativity and potential for growth it brings…
Can one secretive Silicon Valley giant reshape how we fight wars?
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff details why small businesses must check out BeReal, an app that taps into…
In today’s Business Beat, Jeff tells us consumers are spending more time online and explains what businesses need…
On this episode of “Inside Michigan Business,” Maureen Donohue Krauss of the Detroit Regional Partnership details what demands…
In order to learn more about the entrepreneurial experience, The Office Providers conducted a survey of solopreneurs, with…
Even with soaring inflation, people always need to eat, and most workers need a convenient place to grab…
When it comes to finding the right job — and staying there — candidates are looking for a…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff shares tips on spending smarter and saving more…
According to venture capitalist Bill Trenchard of First Round Capital, the average startup founder “works about 300 days…
We use mobile messaging apps daily, in both our professional and personal lives. Thus, it’s understandable that many…
Running your own business is a mammoth task and a considerable investment. Statistics have consistently shown that small…
On today’s Business Beat, Paul W. Smith and Jeff Sloan debate the merits of the handshake and fist…
When you’ve run a business for quite some time, it can be tempting to update the look and…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff Sloan talks with Derek Gaskins about a key…
The president and CEO of TechTown Detroit and vice president for economic development at Wayne State University, Ned…
Amidst the uncertainty of recent years, one thing is for sure: There has been a significant boom in…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff Sloan tells small businesses what they need to do to keep customers happy.…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Michigan Sen. Ken Horn of Frankenmuth explains to Jeff…
As a business owner, you likely want to do whatever you can to keep your company’s finances in…
On this segment of “The Pre W. Smith Show,” Jeff Sloan celebrates the return of the 2022 Ford…
The demand for workers is high, Jeff Sloan says in today’s Business Beat. Michigan can expect high participation…
This is the year. This, you have decided, is the year you skyrocket your business to great success. Congratulations!…
Howard Handler, president of 313 Presents, talks with Jeff Sloan about live events in Detroit and how the…
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff cites a cnbc.com report that tech hiring is cooling and how startups can…
Brand awareness is more important than ever. Without it, customers can’t differentiate between your business and the competition.…
Running a successful startup means being able to manage your finances well. In fact, 82% of small businesses…
Growing a startup is like running a marathon with random and unpredictable obstacles that pop up all of…