General

All small-business owners set out to achieve high levels of success at their firms, but in many instances, they are set back by poor choices and bad habits that wreak havoc on the company as a whole.

Today’s business world is going global and mobile, and firm owners need to be prepared for the changes that are expected to occur in the upcoming years.

For many small-business owners, it has been a long, strenuous road to growth at their companies due to the unpredictability of the economy and its implications. However, recent research from CareerBuilder shows 2013 will be a better year.

As smartphone and tablets are taking the onus off computers for getting things done in the office and at home, many small-business owners are still relying on laptops and PCs to be a huge part of their supply chain.

Bootstrapped entrepreneurs work their way toward success without the help of any external factors, and they are very influenced by the economy. When these small-firm owners plan for growth, it means that uncertainty is becoming less of a factor in 2013.

Computer attacks are constantly changing and cybercriminals are continuing to come up with more ways to infiltrate infrastructures holding sensitive information.

Many small-business owners don’t have a lot of extra money to work with and must ensure their financial reporting always stays accurate.

Business travel is usually a good indication of the status of the economy.

Small-business owners understand social media is a tool they must use to interact with customers on multiple platforms.

The economy has been a limiting factor for many small firm owners, stressing the importance of having business insurance policies for protection.