Tips for Understanding Your Business Financials
Tips for Understanding Your Business Financials
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Choosing Your Accounting Software
Choose Your Accounting Software
As a small business owner, you might be a born entrepreneur, but […]
How to Negotiate with Creditors
How to Negotiate with Creditors
Sometimes in business, things get rough and you have to make that phone call or send an email. Negotiating […]
Temperature Check: Are you Saving Money?
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11 Factors That Impact Valuation
11 Factors That Impact Valuation
The valuation of an early stage company will be determined by a combination of factors. Below are some of the factors to consider:
- Industry Demand. The […]
Surviving on Planet Investor: The Keys to Turning the Struggle of Raising Capital Into Success
Surviving on Planet Investor: The Keys to Turning the Struggle of Raising Capital Into Success
An investor’s decision to invest will depend on your ability to communicate […]
30 Legendary Examples of Startup Pitch Decks
30 Legendary Examples of Startup Pitch Decks
1. Facebook
I’m sure you’ve heard of them. Here’s a fun fact: Peter Thiel, the billionaire venture capitalist and entrepreneur, was the first outside investor […]
8 Million Approved
8 MILLION APPROVED
That is the number of businesses that have been approved for PPP Loans.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity, as the SBA is currently offering PPP loans until May 31, 2021. The loan is available for small businesses that did not receive it in the first round, as well as companies in need of an additional financial boost.
Last week the SBA COVID Relief Program Report showed “the current round of PPP had approved 3.8M loans for $219.2B volume”. Be sure to follow TLE on all social media platforms and sign up for the Learning Community to get the latest information for funding your business.
There is still money to help entrepreneurs regain their footing. We encourage you to take the following steps:
- Contact your lender
- Use a community financial institution
- Build your case
- Leverage your business network
- Ask for help
- Apply to multiple loans
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Our Learning Community is the one stop shop for the intelligence you need. Instead of countless hours searching for answers, we’ve organized what you need to know across all of the business and personal issues you face. You’ll get knowledge, ongoing support, weekly live coaching sessions, tools and templates, vendor reviews and a vibrant community of your fellow entrepreneurs. All that for only $99/month! Join today!
The Black Entrepreneur Initiative Partners with Hustle Mommies to Offer Free Entrepreneur Learning to 75k Moms Nationwide
The Black Entrepreneur Initiative Partners with Hustle Mommies to Offer Free Entrepreneur Learning to 75k Moms Nationwide
Hustle Mommies and The Lonely Entrepreneur (TLE), a New York-based non-profit that empowers individuals with entrepreneurial skills and support, have partnered to give Black Mom entrepreneurs free access to the knowledge, tools and the ongoing support they need to start or grow a business. Through the partnership, Hustle Mommies will be able to provide an unlimited number of Momprenuers nationwide with one-year free access to the Lonely Entrepreneur Learning Community – a one-stop-shop platform that provides entrepreneurs with the knowledge, tools and ongoing support they need.
This partnership is the latest for TLE’s Black Entrepreneur Initiative (BEI), which seeks to empower 100,000 current and aspiring Black entrepreneurs across the country. Entrepreneurs can sign up today through Friday, April 16th, at www.lonelyentrepreneur.com/hm
“With the onset of COVID19, mothers around the country have been faced with unprecedented obstacles. Black mothers face two of the most lethal preexisting conditions for coronavirus—racism and economic inequality,” said Michael Dermer, Founder of The Lonely Entrepreneur. “We want to thank the Ariel Rainey, the CEO & Founder of Hustle Mommies for giving Moms in underserved communities an opportunity to be empowered.”
“We’re excited to partner with The Lonely Entrepreneur & the Black Entrepreneur Initiative to provide mothers that are under resourced, the skills and support they need to get to the next level in business,” said Hustle Mommies CEO & Founder, Ariel Rainey.
For more information on The Lonely Entrepreneur and its Black Entrepreneur Initiative, or to become a sponsor or ambassador, please visit www.lonelyentrepreneur.com/bei
About Hustle Mommies
Hustle Mommies is a nonprofit organization and movement that is dedicated to empowering urban, inner city moms by providing resources to help them lead in their homes and their communities. The organization works with moms by providing them with programs and opportunities focused on three core areas which are emotional wellness, effective parenting, and career/entrepreneurial development. Hustle Mommies have received recognition from Mayor Aja Brown and the City of Compton, the Obama Foundation, President Eric Adams and the Brooklyn Borough Office as well as the WNBA Chicago Sky team.
About the Black Entrepreneur Initiative
Founded by a multi-racial coalition of community and business leaders, the Black Entrepreneur Initiative is a nationwide program dedicated to offering 100,000 Black entrepreneurs’ access to foundational business –skill building tools and resources via The Lonely Entrepreneur Learning Community. The Black Entrepreneur Initiative is provided through the generous donations of corporate, philanthropic and community partners and is administered through the Lonely Entrepreneur’s non-profit. For more, please visit https://lonelyentrepreneur.com/bei.
About The Lonely Entrepreneur 501(c)(3)
The Lonely Entrepreneur seeks to unlock the potential of 1 million entrepreneurs worldwide. The Lonely Entrepreneur empowers entrepreneurs and provides corporate, non-profit, social responsibility and community efforts to provide individuals the opportunity to acquire entrepreneurial skills and have a better chance of bringing their visions to life. For more, please visit https://lonelyentrepreneur.com/nonprofit
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Where do you go for answers?
Our Learning Community is the one stop shop for the intelligence you need. Instead of countless hours searching for answers, we’ve organized what you need to know across all of the business and personal issues you face. You’ll get knowledge, ongoing support, weekly live coaching sessions, tools and templates, vendor reviews and a vibrant community of your fellow entrepreneurs. All that for only $99/month! Join today!
The Black Entrepreneur Initiative Partners with Hustle Mommies to Offer Free Entrepreneur Learning to 75k Moms Nationwide
The Black Entrepreneur Initiative Partners with Hustle Mommies to Offer Free Entrepreneur Learning to 75k Moms Nationwide
Hustle Mommies and The Lonely Entrepreneur (TLE), a New York-based non-profit that empowers individuals with entrepreneurial skills and support, have partnered to give Black Mom entrepreneurs free access to the knowledge, tools and the ongoing support they need to start or grow a business. Through the partnership, Hustle Mommies will be able to provide an unlimited number of Momprenuers nationwide with one-year free access to the Lonely Entrepreneur Learning Community – a one-stop-shop platform that provides entrepreneurs with the knowledge, tools and ongoing support they need.
This partnership is the latest for TLE’s Black Entrepreneur Initiative (BEI), which seeks to empower 100,000 current and aspiring Black entrepreneurs across the country. Entrepreneurs can sign up today through Friday, April 16th, at www.lonelyentrepreneur.com/hm
“With the onset of COVID19, mothers around the country have been faced with unprecedented obstacles. Black mothers face two of the most lethal preexisting conditions for coronavirus—racism and economic inequality,” said Michael Dermer, Founder of The Lonely Entrepreneur. “We want to thank the Ariel Rainey, the CEO & Founder of Hustle Mommies for giving Moms in underserved communities an opportunity to be empowered.”
“We’re excited to partner with The Lonely Entrepreneur & the Black Entrepreneur Initiative to provide mothers that are under resourced, the skills and support they need to get to the next level in business,” said Hustle Mommies CEO & Founder, Ariel Rainey.
For more information on The Lonely Entrepreneur and its Black Entrepreneur Initiative, or to become a sponsor or ambassador, please visit www.lonelyentrepreneur.com/bei
About Hustle Mommies
Hustle Mommies is a nonprofit organization and movement that is dedicated to empowering urban, inner city moms by providing resources to help them lead in their homes and their communities. The organization works with moms by providing them with programs and opportunities focused on three core areas which are emotional wellness, effective parenting, and career/entrepreneurial development. Hustle Mommies have received recognition from Mayor Aja Brown and the City of Compton, the Obama Foundation, President Eric Adams and the Brooklyn Borough Office as well as the WNBA Chicago Sky team.
About the Black Entrepreneur Initiative
Founded by a multi-racial coalition of community and business leaders, the Black Entrepreneur Initiative is a nationwide program dedicated to offering 100,000 Black entrepreneurs’ access to foundational business –skill building tools and resources via The Lonely Entrepreneur Learning Community. The Black Entrepreneur Initiative is provided through the generous donations of corporate, philanthropic and community partners and is administered through the Lonely Entrepreneur’s non-profit. For more, please visit https://lonelyentrepreneur.com/bei.
About The Lonely Entrepreneur 501(c)(3)
The Lonely Entrepreneur seeks to unlock the potential of 1 million entrepreneurs worldwide. The Lonely Entrepreneur empowers entrepreneurs and provides corporate, non-profit, social responsibility and community efforts to provide individuals the opportunity to acquire entrepreneurial skills and have a better chance of bringing their visions to life. For more, please visit https://lonelyentrepreneur.com/nonprofit
Follow Us on Social Media

Where do you go for answers?
Our Learning Community is the one stop shop for the intelligence you need. Instead of countless hours searching for answers, we’ve organized what you need to know across all of the business and personal issues you face. You’ll get knowledge, ongoing support, weekly live coaching sessions, tools and templates, vendor reviews and a vibrant community of your fellow entrepreneurs. All that for only $99/month! Join today!
If You’re Doing Everything – It’s Not Leadership
Doing Everything Yourself Isn’t Dedication—It’s Bad Leadership!
One of the most damaging perspectives you can have is believing there’s no one out there who […]
Tips for Saving Money When Running a Business
Tips for Saving Money
Why You Shouldn’t Chase Every Customer
You Can’t Chase Every Customer
Top 8 Things To Consider When Hiring Freelancers
Freelancers can supplement your growth by providing various resources on an "as needed" basis without the need to hire full time employees
13 Black Entrepreneurs Throughout History That You Should Know About
Black Entrepreneurs That You Should Know About
1. Maggie Lena Walker
The first African-American woman in the U.S. to charter a bank: St. Luke Penny Savings Bank. And, she […]
If You Want To Succeed – It’s Always We, Not I
It’s We, Not I. It’s Ours, Not Mine.
This is your baby. It is your vision. It […]
Avoid Talking Catastrophe When Running a Business
Never Talk Catastrophe
There will be times you feel that you are on the brink of failure, […]
Importance of Knowing the Market
Know What Inning You’re In
From Entrepreneur To CEO
Like It or Not You Need To Be CEO
How to Keep Your Business and Personal Finances Separate
Keep Business Things Separate
There are important financial, legal and tax reasons to separate your business and personal finances:
- Financial. It’s difficult to know how well your business is doing if you can’t […]
Remembering and celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr.
Creative Ways to Pay Employees in Your Startup Stage
Some Broad Perspectives For Startup Stage
Here are some creative ways to compensate your employees:
- Hire Stay-at-home Moms and Dads. Part-time employees, particularly stay-at-home moms and dads, are a secret weapon for startups. […]
You Need An Operating Plan When Running A Business
Why do you need an Operating Plan?
So why not just wing it? You’re moving fast. You don’t know what your assumptions should be. Heck you don’t even know what your business […]