Does a Sole Proprietor Need an EIN?

When starting a new business, getting an Employer Identification Number (EIN) is one of the first steps. It’s free to apply for an EIN, and it’s useful for business identification, getting credit, paperwork filing, and at tax time.  While some businesses and...

Creating a Website Content Strategy for Your Business

If you started your business as a freelancer or single business owner, you may have initially grown through social media or a seller marketplace like Etsy. However, as your business has grown you’ve realized these platforms haven’t met all your needs or allowed you to...

Do You Need a Business License for an LLC?

You’re ready to set the wheels in motion for your handcrafted ice cream food truck. You’ve perfected your recipes and have your eye on a partially converted school bus that will serve as your meals on wheels.   You’re set to join the ranks of the 32.5 million small...

4 Financial Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community

When it comes to finances, members of the LGBTQ+ community face many unique challenges, often as a result of discrimination or bias.  According to a 2018 survey by Experian, 62% of the LGBTQ+ individuals surveyed expressed that they had experienced financial...

How to Create Attention-Grabbing Social Media Video Content

So you’ve decided to try your hand at creating video content to grow your small business. Now what? It’s not enough just to jump in and start making videos; you want to ensure your videos actually accomplish something. Namely, grabbing the attention of your target...

7 Benefits of Blogging for Small Business Owners

It’s no secret that we believe in the importance of blogging for business considering how much time and energy we invest in curating the Lili Blog to support small business owners like you! Considering blogging is one of the top content strategies used by marketers...