Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Two small businesses share their strategies

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No one in their right mind would cash out their 401K to start a business. Or would they? Citizen Frederick owners Antonio and Nolan did. They created a unique store that combines a men’s clothing store and a barbershop. Then they entered the Microsoft Small Business Contest and won $20,000 to help their business take off in style.
 
Cash is king
Cater to the customer
Dan Jolly’s story sounds like an urban myth, but it’s real. Dan started a business during a recession with the purchase of a failed business. Six years later, he has three successful locations and won third-place in the Microsoft Small Business Contest. Dan shares tips for success—such as "cash is king" and "cater to the customer"—in his contest video.
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