Net sales show the true revenue your business makes from selling products or services, after subtracting returns, allowances and discounts. To find net sales, begin with your total sales and deduct ...

The company is creating a new team targeting small- and medium-sized businesses that have traditionally been priced out of TV. By Alex Weprin Senior Editor NBCUniversal is the latest media and ...

Small businesses had a merry December, as shoppers wrapped up their holiday shopping. That’s according to the Fiserv Small Business Index. In the U.S., the seasonally adjusted index for December was ...

Awareness and preparation are critical in understanding the complexities and nuances involved in selling a business. It's a significant decision that requires meticulous planning and strategic ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. When business transitions take place, several things can go wrong. Oftentimes, business ...

As the CEO of a financial and accounting services firm, I've spent years guiding businesses through the often-complex world of sales tax compliance. Over time, I've seen firsthand how mishandling ...

Most sales representatives spend a majority of their time setting appointments, a task they generally dislike. Despite being a key driver of outbound sales, appointment setting is often the most under ...

Over 2,000 businesses were sold in the first quarter of this year, according to a new report from BizBuySell. The median price of businesses sold grew 4% year-over-year. However, it took longer for ...

Successful companies create a highly effective sales funnel to turn audiences into customers. Your business can do the same. Can small businesses outperform their larger competition? Recent history ...

An account management strategy dictates how you handle your company's accounts. Learn how to prioritize your accounts and keep your business on track.

(NEXSTAR) – After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and closing hundreds of stores, Big Lots is preparing to close all of its locations, the company confirmed on Thursday. In a press release ...

When George Coulam decided to retire, he had a problem. He owned the Texas Renaissance Festival — which bills itself as the largest such gathering in America, drawing over 500,000 annual visitors — ...