The hurricanes that affected our island not too long ago served as a reality check that reminded us of the importance of being prepared, which in turn helps mitigate their financial impact on your business. Below, we offer a guide with some ideas you should consider to
A healthy atmosphere among your staff leads to greater productivity and helps keep your team motivated. To achieve this atmosphere, we recommend that you focus on three areas: Communicate effectively If there is one thing that affects a person’s performance, it is
In the competitive world of business, technology is a basic tool for any company, regardless of its size or level of sophistication. There is a universe of possibilities to explore. Understanding how using it well can give your business a boost is crucial. Managing your
They say necessity is the mother of invention and in recent years in Puerto Rico, small new businesses or innovation in existing ones are proving it. Movements or programs to encourage entrepreneurship are developing on the island with great success, but despite such
Keep your ear to the ground and your eye on the horizon. That’s the response of Teruca Rullán, Senior Vicepresident Corporate Communications Popular, Inc., when asked what qualities a person in her vocation should have. But there is more. In short, public relations protects
We are not talking about celestial angels, but angel investors could help you take your business to unimaginable levels of success. If you are a new entrepreneur or are in charge of a startup, you probably have an innovative idea that needs financing. In the early stages, new
Two years ago, local media reported that in just 13 minutes the Energy Affairs Administration had used up the $4 million set aside for residential and commercial renewable energy projects. The agency was flooded with proposals in the blink of an eye, which shows that green
“We could have the best business plan in the world, but if we do not have the right people, we won’t be able to complete it.” Mariemi Sierra Álvarez, manager, Our People Division By Lymari Vélez Sepúlveda The success of your business depends on the commitment
Exporting services or investing in Puerto Rico is now more viable than ever. It doesn’t matter if you are a new entrepreneur or if you business has a long history. Taking the next step, exporting or investing, can be within your reach under the law. A bet on exports In
The prolonged economic recession in Puerto Rico is not news to Puerto Ricans. We are besieged by information reminding us of the extent of the effect of the situation on our social and economic fabric. Although some are convinced the outlook is discouraging, others, in
