Becoming a more successful business owner

There are some operational basics common to business owners in every industry. Don’t reinvent the wheel. There are many great tools for entrepreneurs. Here’s a quick guide to some of the best resources on the web for running a tight operational ship:

Entrepreneur.com: Provides convenient HR and financial templates and guides for HR and training handbooks, cost-cutting spreadsheets and more. Solid information, but you’ll have to customize it to window tinting. *** (3 stars)
WSJ Small Business: Great tips on overcoming seasonal business cycles, getting customers to pay up, and how to manage family businesses. **** (4 stars)
Sales & Marketing Management: So you’re a tinter-turned-entrepreneur. Skilled at your craft, but maybe not the best sales person, especially on higher-end jobs. Or maybe managing and motivating employees is new to you. Check out this website for tips to make you a sales and management leader. **** (4 stars)