UCS & Industry News
Small businesses are often caught off guard by how difficult it is to grow. When they examine what could be impeding their progress, it might not occur to them that the culprit is a management or business development tactic that was previously viewed as a strong point. What seems like a major advantage early on […]
The popularity of certain business tools or strategies suggests that they are mandatory for any business that wishes to stay relevant. But many businesses are able to grow by simply continuing to use the resources that have proven to work best for their audience or industry. They are wise to not give into the pressures […]
Two issues that are very close to our hearts here at UCS are charity and equality. We are always striving to help the less fortunate and give women the same opportunities for success as men. So, it’s no surprise that we were drawn to the remarkable efforts of the International Rescue Committee (IRC). In impoverished […]
Entrepreneurs tend to be very stubborn, especially when it comes to taking suggestions about new ideas. But some of the strategies that worked very well in the business’s early stages could have the opposite effect as the business grows. The business leader must therefore change his or her views on several areas of the business, […]
As helpful as the Internet can be, some small business leaders might say it has painted a rather unrealistic picture of their journey. This idealized perception has likely convinced many potential recruits that the average small business is extremely progressive and in no way conventional. They are in for a reality check, as the small […]
Knowing a lot about your industry and being great with numbers are extremely valuable skills for running a business. They may not, however, be particularly helpful in regards to managing a team or staying calm under pressure. These obstacles require a different set of skills, and they don’t always come naturally to entrepreneurs. In this […]
At United Capital Source, a key tenet of our business model is always putting the customer first. While other business financing institutions view their customers as nothing more than a set of numbers, we treat our customers like human beings and take a genuine interest in their businesses. This allows us to recommend the best […]
A popular recipe for small business failure is a business leader who is stuck in the past. Rather than adapting to current standards, these business leaders believe that the management tactics that worked in the past are just as effective today. But times have changed, and resorting to such practices is now more likely to […]
The future can be an unnerving thought for many small businesses. Their leaders might not be sure what state their industries will be in, or whether they’ll be able to keep coming up with effective strategies. But if you remain knowledgeable about the right subject areas, no technological advancement will prevent you from staying competitive. […]
Many small businesses struggle to retain employees. Various factors are to blame, but chief among them is a lack of legitimacy. This refers to the overwhelming feeling that the company is simply not a “real” company. In this new piece for Forbes, UCS CEO Jared Weitz lists three things your company will need to feel […]
