Research Gets Easier, But Harder – J. LaRosa, Marketdata
Dec. 2, 2018 When you’ve been in a field for 40 years, things change, a lot. The market research field has changed drastically since I began in 1977. Back then, I worked for a small privately owned market research publisher on Long Island, NY. I started as an analyst, working my way up to Division […]
Chambers of Commerce – Valuable Tools For Small Business – J. LaRosa, Marketdata
Nov. 19, 2018 One valuable source of information and advice for small businesses and start-ups is the local Chamber of Commerce. These offices provide lots of information on starting and growing a business, as well as consulting advice, peer feedback, networking, and seminars and workshops covering specific topics. Many times, the chamber will invite local […]
Before Buying A Franchise, Do Your Homework – J. LaRosa, Marketdata
Nov. 19, 2018 Many people today are looking for alternative careers and a way to become their own boss. But, they don’t want to start a business from scratch and seek a tested and proven system with a track record. Franchises can meet this need. However, reality check…franchises do fail sometimes, and it’s not always […]
The Immigrant vs. American Business Model: Passion vs. Family – By John LaRosa
Sept. 17, 2018 — Here in America, we take great pride in being rugged individualists and entrepreneurs. We are told that if we follow our passion and do the thing we love, that money will follow and we’ll be successful. Well, yeah, sometimes. On the other hand, there is another business model used by many […]