The BizDoc — Ask a Consultant: Business Advice

What to Do When Startup Costs are Too High?

“I want to start a mobile barbershop. But the cost is too high without a loan. And even if I am able to start one, I will have too much overhead cost. Should I abandon this idea?”

When Should I Fire a Customer?

“When should I fire a problem customer and how do I stop them from badmouthing my business online?”

Connecting with Customers During COVID-19?

“How do I continue to connect with customers if my business has to remain temporarily closed during this pandemic?”

Intellectual Property When Publishing for Multinationals?

“I am entering the book publishing industry. All of my potential clients will be multinationals, how should that change my startup and its approach to intellectual property?”

Acquisition Opportunity but No Capital?

“My business needs to grow drastically in order to become competitive. We were recently given the opportunity to acquire a smaller rival, but we do not have the necessary capital. Should I take a loan?”