Germany is the third largest importer and exporter in the world. It 2016, the value of its imports and exports stood at $1.05 trillion and $1.32 trillion, respectively. The country’s top export destinations include the U.S, France, the UK, the Netherlands, and China. Its top import origins include the Netherlands, France, Belgium, China, and Italy. Needless to say, considerable money flows in and out of the country for business purposes regularly. Give the significant volume of internati...

Today, countless Americans launch their own business each year, driven by the rise of the internet, and a growing number of new company opportunities. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), the number of companies available to invest in grows every year. There are still plenty of opportunities out there to discover your own personal brand of success. However, before you can change the world with your product or service, you need to find a way that you can finance its init...

To the outside world, an ecommerce shop seems like a no-muss no-fuss way to make money online. Truth is, it comes with its own set of challenges, just like running a traditional brick and mortar store. And if you start off with the wrong infrastructure, your chances of success are greatly diminished. To make sure you choose the right ecommerce platform for your needs, think about these four aspects before choosing the one to operate with. Consider the Costs Every platform will have fe...

If you’re looking to start your first business, the biggest question on your mind is probably ‘how much will it all cost me?’ Very often, the journey to starting your own company begins with a great idea or an opportunity that can’t be passed up on. But, will you have enough to fund it? If not, where will you be able to get that funding from? Although it’s becoming easier and easier to start a small business without thousands of dollars in start-up capital, it’s a good idea to be aware ...

Public relations (PR) has always been a major marketing tool but in this day and age of ubiquitous connectivity, it is no less than a necessity. According to the Demand Gen Report, 96% of B2B buyers are seeking more content from industry leaders. Hubspot, meanwhile, notes that 247% of millennials make decisions based on content viewed on social media sites and blogs. Companies are generally advised to set aside around 10% of their budget for marketing purposes, and PR falls within...