Surviving a recession takes skill and planning. Unfortunately, many company bosses wait too long before taking the steps necessary to save their businesses during a recession. Instead of waiting, they should take steps early on to save their businesses. Here are three ideas to help them do that. Make Strategic Cuts Early On An Entrepreneur.com […]
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Free Online Classes for Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs have become the new rock stars of the 21st century. Those who want to join the ranks of Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, or even Gary Vaynerchuk will learn about free online courses that they can take to figure out the ins and outs of entrepreneurship. Best of all, every one of these […]
Essential Workplace Skills for 2020
As times change, the world demands new skills. But some of them are timeless. There’s never going to be a point where clients don’t want better products, better offers. Three essential skills give an unfair advantage in business. When workers improve at them, they achieve better results. In fact, managers can predict how they will […]
The Most Entrepreneurial Cities in America
Recent years have seen the development of an excellent environment for entrepreneurship in the United States. The number of self-employed individuals is higher than it has been in decades, with many different sectors of society, from immigrants to the semi-retired, starting businesses of their own. This boom in start-ups is consequential to a very high […]
Technology’s Positive Impact on Insurance
Technology has had an impact on everything else in our lives, so it’s no surprise that it has also changed the world of insurance buying. Going beyond simply ease of use, it has empowered today’s savvy shopper with increased knowledge about their choices in a world full of confusing data and fine print. Regardless of whether it’s for healthcare, home or auto, or even bundled in a combination of all three, people no longer want to do things the old fashioned way when it comes to buying personal insurance policies or filing claims.
Essential Problem-Solving Skills for Entrepreneurs
It may seem like an entrepreneur’s success is controlled by a “roll of the dice.” Upon closer inspection, however, there is a group of traits one should have to be successful as an entrepreneur. While these traits can be thought of as problem-solving skills, the designation is an umbrella term that, in fact, includes many […]
Tax Tips for Self-Employed Entrepreneurs
Most people dream about being an entrepreneur and setting their own hours, having the freedom to do what they want, and building their own business instead of someone else’s. While a lot people do break the daily grind and open their own businesses, some may not be sure how to manage their finances when tax […]
Pharma Deals
Biotech have taken the front seat in the mergers and acquisitions conversation already in 2015. Transactions in the sector have been impressive just 5 months into the calendar year, causing the NASDAQ iShares Biotechnology index to jump 19% and 59% over the last 12 months. Previously covered on Johnjellinek.com, there have been biotech skepticism surrounding […]
Camden National Bank to Acquire Competitor
Yesterday in the state of Maine, Camden National Bank announced it was planning to acquire a competitor, The Bank of Maine. The $135 million price tag will make the new entity the largest locally owned bank in the state. Currently, the top spot in the region is occupied by Bangor Savings Bank, which would move […]
NXP To Purchase Freescale
There is much action in the world of electric conductors as NXP and Freescale, both semiconductor producers are planning on joining forces. Focused on creating smarter cars with smarter chip technology, both firms are leading the industry in creating cutting edge solutions. NXP will offer a cash and stock deal with a valuation of around […]