Apr 21, 2021Small Business Technology with the Help of the GovernmentSmall businesses can opt to apply for government stimulus and use it to purchase advanced tech equipment. The lawmakers have passed a package amounting to $284 million, meant for small businesses struck by the pandemic breakout. The package has expanded the list of forgivable loan expenses and also increased PPP…Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Apr 7, 2021IPOs That Investors Should Keep an Eye OnAn initial public offering (IPO) refers to the technique of contributing shares of a non-government organization to the public in the latest stock allotment. Public share allotment permits a business to hoist capital from public shareholders. The shift from a non-government to a public company is vital for non-government shareholders…Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Mar 24, 2021Startup Tips from a Venture CapitalistOnce a startup has arrived at the point where it can consistently earn revenue and has achieved a good product fit in the market, the next step is to raise Series A funding. But sometimes, it can be challenging to know the best way to do it. How should investors…Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Mar 12, 2021Why You Should Invest in the SVB Financial Group Stock This YearSVB financial group continues to make a profit despite other institutions being hit hard by the pandemic. The stock increased by 54% in 2020 and 18% in 2021. The group promises a rosy future for those who want to buy shares. …Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Mar 2, 2021Eye-opening Tips On Raising Venture CapitalMany people aspire to be great entrepreneurs. The majority, however, face many challenges when starting a business. The challenge is mainly on raising venture capital. Minority groups such as blacks and women are more likely to face this challenge. One of the best ways of raising capital is pitching for…Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Feb 23, 2021Tech Company Calendly’s Most Recent MilestoneCalendly, the black-owned cloud-scheduling platform, has reached a milestone. The company received a new $350 million investment that pushed its value to over $3 billion. The investment comes as a huge milestone to its founder Tope Awotona, who risked his savings eight years ago to start the business. The company…Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Feb 8, 2021Avoiding Emotional Overload: How to Protect Your Mental HealthVery few people would argue that mental health is a low-tier topic in life. In theory, a majority of individuals know it matters. In practice, reality tends to take over. Parents get sick, deadlines at work dominate, and you are too tired to comprehend everything at once. It’s nearly impossible…Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Feb 3, 2021How To Be a Strong Leader for Your Remote WorkersLeading a business remotely is a challenging role. While it may seem difficult to keep everyone motivated when they are working remotely, it is not impossible. The right strategies can help any business leader increase productivity and effectiveness among their remote employees. …Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Feb 2, 2021Options for Socially Responsible InvestingEveryone loves to see their money grow. For a long time, people didn’t have a lot of transparency about the stocks included in some of their investments. By the 1990s, people were asking for socially-conscious investment options for their retirement savings. They weren’t comfortable profiting from things like tobacco stocks…Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read
Jan 25, 20215 Little Things You Can Do to Save Money Long-termSaving money can seem like a daunting task. Most financial advisors recommend having between three and six months of expenses saved for emergencies. Then, they recommend investing for long-term goals like financial independence and retirement. At low income levels, it can be difficult to save money. …Victor Alston2 min readVictor Alston2 min read