Assembled by Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD Businesses requiring legal advice should contact an attorney. NOTE: The vast majority of U.S. laws apply equally to nonprofit and for-profit organizations. Therefore, nonprofit personnel should also review information on the overall topic of Legal Information (U.S. Law). Sections of This Topic Include Articles of Incorporation Corporate Bylaws Registration …
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In the digital age, launching an online business has become a gateway to entrepreneurship. With diverse business models available, you can pursue your entrepreneurial dreams without the expenses of a physical storefront. This guide provides a list of 101 online business ideas you can start quickly and easily. 1. Small Business Consulting Earn Money Online …
In today’s competitive job market, a standout resume is more important than ever. As we move through 2025, your resume needs to clearly highlight your skills, experience, and accomplishments to capture the attention of employers. But crafting a professional, compelling resume can be daunting, especially if you’re unsure how to present yourself with confidence and …
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© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD Whether your organization is a for-profit or nonprofit, you have to address certain considerations and make certain decisions if you set out to intentionally expand — or grow — your organization, products and/or services. You can grow your organization, products and/or services just by managing them well, for example, …
Learn Strategic Planning Without Incurring Travel Costs! The Series Facilitating Strategic Planning from the Consultants Development Institute provides virtual courses and numerous downloadable tools to learn to facilitate strategic planning. Concurrently you customize your own relevant and realistic Strategic Plan and earn a Certificate in Facilitating Strategic Planning. © Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD, Authenticity …
© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD, Authenticity Consulting, LLC. Adapted from the Field Guide to Leadership and Supervision in Business and Field Guide to Leadership and Supervision for Nonprofit Staff. Strongly Suggested Pre-Reading How to Ensure Strong Employee Performance Management Sections of This Topic Include How to Set Relevant and Realistic Goals With Your Employees …
© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD, Authenticity Consulting, LLC. Adapted from the Field Guide to Consulting and Organizational Development. Sections of This Topic Include Introduction Preparation for Interview Types of Interviews Types of Topics in Questions Sequence of Questions Wording of Questions Carrying Out Interview Immediately After Interview Other Resources *General Information and Resources *Ethics …
© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD, Authenticity Consulting, LLC. Sections of This Topic Include Test – What is Your Personal Decision-Making Style? Guidelines to Rational Problem Solving and Decision-Making Rational Versus Organic Approach to Problem Solving and Decision Making General Guidelines to Problem Solving and Decision-Making Various Methods and Tools for Problem-Solving and Decision Making …
© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD, Authenticity Consulting, LLC. Much of the content of this topic came from this book: This document provides guidance toward planning and implementing an evaluation process for for-profit or nonprofit programs — there are many kinds of evaluations that can be applied to programs, for example, goals-based, process-based, and outcomes-based. …
© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD Sections in This Topic Include What Are Generational Differences? Overview of Perceived Differences Between Generations Are Generational Differences a Myth? Guidelines for Managing Different Generations Also, consider Related Library Topics What Are Generational Differences? What is a Generation? Before we go on to discuss any perceived differences between generations, …
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© Copyright, Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD Can you insure against your liabilities? That answer is easy. Yes — and no. Every organization, particularly if it owns or rents a physical space, should have general liability insurance. This covers you if, e.g., clients or visitors fall down stairs or a bookcase falls on them. It would …
Whether for-profit or nonprofit, organizations should have certain kinds of insurance. Liability insurance is highly recommended for property and automobiles. Worker’s Compensation Insurance is state-required when you have employees. Part of the decision about what insurance to buy depends on the nature of the business. For example, if it has a lot of assets, it …
© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, Ph.D., Authenticity Consulting, LLC. Sections of This Topic Include Preparation First, Get Ready for Getting the Money Then Do a Business-Startup Business Plan Estimate How Much You Need Then Estimate How Much Money You Need to Start Your Business Then Identify Your Best Sources of Funding For Your Startup Traditional …
Getting a Business Loan Also see Fundraising (for For-Profits) or Fundraising (Nonprofits). Sections of This Topic Include Basics and Planning Types of Loans Applying for a Loan General Resources Also consider Financing for For-Profits Related Library Topics Learn More in the Library’s Blogs Related to This Topic In addition to the articles on this current …
Financing for For-Profits Applies to for-profits unless otherwise noted. For-profit entrepreneurs and managers often seek financing to start a new business, restructure operations or start a new product. Note that an entrepreneur will very likely need a business plan in order to secure financing. Developing a business plan holds many more advantages than just applying …
© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD Applies to for-profits unless otherwise noted. New business leaders and managers have to develop at least basic skills in financial management. Expecting others in the organization to manage finances is clearly asking for trouble. Basic skills in financial management start in the critical areas of cash management and bookkeeping, …
© Copyright Carter McNamara, MBA, Ph.D., Authenticity Consulting, LLC. Applies to for-profits unless otherwise noted. Sections of This Topic Include Description Basic Bookkeeping Activities Financial Statements Financial Analysis Financial Reporting Also, consider Related Library Topics Learn More in the Library’s Blogs Related to Financial Management in Businesses In addition to the articles on this current …