Mike Nielson

Use your vehicle for business? Must see information.

Every day, a tens of millions of people make their living on the road, using their personal vehicles to conduct business. As an employer, it is a common practice to compensate these employees for their mileage. Yet any employer will tell you, easier said ... Read >

The Importance of Nice Displays for Handcrafted Silver Jewelry

Artisans who are in the handmade silver jewelry industry often put most of their energies and focus on the handcrafted silver jewelry items they make. The goal is to sell it, yet many just forget about that “selling” part and focus on the creation proces... Read >

Want to Invest in Early Stage Ventures?

For investors considering a foray into the speculative but potentially lucrative and personally rewarding start-up/early stage sector, here are some key points to consider, steps to take and key questions to ask. James Claridge serves as a sponsoring ... Read >

Major cashflow boost for small companies from the new R&D Tax Credit

Alchemy Equities, an expert in small business finance, asked Gerry Frittmann – Managing Director of TCF Services, a leading industry specialist in R&D Tax Credit and government grants for small business, to update us on the changes to the Australian R&D T... Read >

Contcepts of PMP Exam!

The PMP exam tests on organizational cultures as well as the specific kinds of organizations. These wil include: WEAK CULTURES: inhibit success have difficulty prioritizing have weak or no leadership lack daily organizational routines EXCESSI... Read >

How to Get Started Selling Handmade Jewelry

So, you’re ready to embark upon the wonderful world of retail using your creative knack for designing handcrafted jewelry? Kudos to you for having that entrepreneurial spirit! Now, where do you begin? If you’ve been making handmade jewelry for awhile... Read >

Do Handmade Jewelry Designers Need any Special Education?

If you are interested in pursuing a career in jewelry and have an aptitude for jewelry design, you may be wondering by now if you need any special education in jewelry making. Although any type of education will help you further any career, there are man... Read >

Handmade Unique Jewelry: Enduring Wardrobe Accessories throughout the Centuries

Even thousands of years BC, evidence of artisans making handmade unique jewelry out of wires, beads, strings and stones proves the longevity behind jewelry. Where else can you find something so sentimental, so lasting and so beautiful that it can withstan... Read >

Today’s Fashion Forward Handcrafted Jewelry Designers Can Have Fun While Making Bank

Before the Internet was around, handcrafted jewelry designers were pretty limited in who they could sell their designs to. They would have to open up shops or stands or they would have to rely on word of mouth to be successful. In short, it was a real cha... Read >

Handmade Sterling Silver Jewelry may be a Better Choice than Gold in a Tough Economy

Handmade sterling silver jewelry can sell itself on its beauty, but in this day and age it can also sell itself on practicality. Sterling silver jewelry has always cost less than gold and platinum jewelry but more than ever sterling silver handcrafted jew... Read >

How to Choose the Right Ring Size for Handmade Silver Rings

You’re in the market for handmade silver rings and you’ve found one you love. But how do you know what size to buy? Generally, handcrafted silver rings are purchased online so finding your right size isn’t as simple as just trying them on in the store unt... Read >

Handmade Jewelry Designers Express Artistic Style Using Modern Techniques

The first jewelry in recorded history was as simple as shells strung on twine. Over centuries, handmade jewelry designers have had the benefit of more and more technological advances to help them with their craft. These days, designers have a vast array o... Read >

Raising Capital for Startups

When it comes to startup company funding, there are a number of challenges. Paul Niederer, Managing Director of the Australian Small Scale Offerings Board (ASSOB), says that "early stage private equity funding people invest more on emotion rather than an... Read >

Six Reasons to Love Unique Silver Rings As Accessories

The popularity of silver rings might have those who haven’t caught on yet wondering why so many people consider these pieces must-haves. Unique silver rings suit any style or taste and there are a number of reasons why you should love silver rings as acce... Read >

The Power of Social Proof When Capital Raising

If you are considering capital raising for your business, one of the keys to a successful equity capital raising is "social proof". Here Paul Niederer, Managing Director of the Australian Small Scale Offerings Board (ASSOB) talks about social proof and A... Read >