Author: Carleen Moore | carleen@thebizbuzz.net
If you’ve been dreaming of workplace independence and want to make a difference for the planet, ecopreneurship may be the right path for you. More and more customers are searching for businesses that make a genuine effort to protect the environment. Right now is the perfect time to start a business that builds eco-friendly practices into its very foundation.
However, many hopeful ecopreneurs aren’t sure where to start. Here’s how you can reach your business goals while protecting the planet, presented by Rock Capital & Associates.
Handling Finances
Keeping financial goals on track will give you the foundation you need to make an impact.
- Create a plan from the start for how your business will reach financial independence.
- Run your credit report to determine if lenders will be likely to financially support your goals.
- Use software to streamline your financial reporting and make your life simpler. Beef up your technical know-how by learning the latest in IT; you can start by finding available IT certifications online.
- Figure out what a fair, competitive salary is in your field so you can hire the best workers.
- Use an online invoice generator to make great looking invoices for your customers.
Managing Supply Chain
Remember to consider the broad global impact your business makes.
- There are several steps you can take to ensure an environmentally friendly supply chain.
- You can focus on sourcing your products from green and ethical producers.
- Focusing on purchasing from local or regional sources can reduce your business’s carbon footprint dramatically.
Everyday Environmentalism
Here are some simple things you can do every day to keep your business sustainable.
- Set up a composting bin in your office kitchen.
- Give a regular corporate donation to environmentally friendly organizations.
- Consider eco-friendly business infrastructures, such as a roof garden or solar panels.
Your small business can make a bigger impact than you might think. We hope this article inspires you to embrace the ecopreneurship movement. The more new businesses that start with the environment in mind, the brighter the future can be!
Rock Capital & Associates saves you time by having your loan or lease directed to the most appropriate funding source so you can determine the best financial route for your company’s growth. Contact us today for more information! (877) 670-1590
