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Tips for buying out the business you work for

Thinking about buying the business you currently work for? Depending on the type of business, it can be a long and arduous process. Planning and preparation are key drivers when it comes to being a successful buyer.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Transition by First West Capital February 1, 2021 published by First West Capital

The First West Capital client fit

Earlier this year, First West Capital's Associate Director, Jason Sellakumar, received a call from a commercial banker who had a client looking to acquire a business.

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Posted under Business by Jason Sellakumar December 9, 2020 published by First West Capital

The art of the pivot: How successful businesses have turned challenge into opportunity

You’ve spent years, and countless hours, building your business and this is finally going to be your year. If you’re an entrepreneur, you may be very familiar with this turning point.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital December 9, 2020 published by First West Capital

Steve Chen: How 2020 brought out our collective resilience and helped us to harness the power of positivity

While we continue to move through this pandemic together, there is still an element of optimism for the new year, a symbol of a fresh start.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow, News & Media by Steve Chen December 7, 2020 published by First West Capital

Our seven must-read books for entrepreneurs

Whether you want to hone your business strategies, uncover new leadership tactics, dive into the world of financial jargon or simply top up your professional development library, these books will help to fill your entrepreneurial bucket and keep you at the top of your game.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow, Resources by First West Capital November 20, 2020 published by First West Capital

Leadership in uncertain times

Since the outbreak of the global pandemic there has been an increasing call for authenticity, communication, and trust from companies. This year has revealed that strong leadership is essential, not only for growth, but for survival.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital September 29, 2020 published by First West Capital

Q&A: Preparing to finance your business during a global pandemic

As an entrepreneur, you have competing priorities and preparing to finance your business isn’t always a simple task. Add a global pandemic and shaken economy to the mix and it further muddies the waters.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital September 25, 2020 published by First West Capital

Managing cash flow and liquidity during an economic downturn

Cash flow and liquidity are important drivers behind a business’s day-to-day operations and its overall contingency plan. For a business owner, this is even more evident during an economic downturn or a pandemic crisis whereby the entire economy is suffering together.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital July 21, 2020 published by First West Capital

Six things to know before launching your business into new markets

Entering new markets can represent a significant growth opportunity for your business – but the road to launching your business into new, undiscovered territory can be challenging and somewhat daunting.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow, Resources by First West Capital February 9, 2020 published by First West Capital

Finders, Keepers: Tips on hiring and retaining talent

Based on the recent study, Striving for Growth, conducted by First West Capital, 17% of business owners identify employee acquisition and/or retention as one of the main causes holding their business back.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital November 26, 2019 published by First West Capital

Top 10 business loan terms

Whether you are an entrepreneur surveying the financing options available to grow your business, launching into new markets or buying out a partner, this glossary is sure to provide insight into the business lending landscape.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Entrepreneur's Toolkit, Grow by Steve Chen September 11, 2019 published by First West Capital

Report: Striving for Growth

What's it really like being a business leader? We asked business leaders about what matters to them when it comes to leadership, self-improvement and business evolution.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Resources by First West Capital February 1, 2019 published by First West Capital

Tips for buying out the business you work for

Thinking about buying the business you currently work for? Depending on the type of business, it can be a long and arduous process. Planning and preparation are key drivers when it comes to being a successful buyer.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Transition by First West Capital February 1, 2021 published by First West Capital

The First West Capital client fit

Earlier this year, First West Capital's Associate Director, Jason Sellakumar, received a call from a commercial banker who had a client looking to acquire a business.

Learn More
Posted under Business by Jason Sellakumar December 9, 2020 published by First West Capital

The art of the pivot: How successful businesses have turned challenge into opportunity

You’ve spent years, and countless hours, building your business and this is finally going to be your year. If you’re an entrepreneur, you may be very familiar with this turning point.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital December 9, 2020 published by First West Capital

Steve Chen: How 2020 brought out our collective resilience and helped us to harness the power of positivity

While we continue to move through this pandemic together, there is still an element of optimism for the new year, a symbol of a fresh start.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow, News & Media by Steve Chen December 7, 2020 published by First West Capital

Our seven must-read books for entrepreneurs

Whether you want to hone your business strategies, uncover new leadership tactics, dive into the world of financial jargon or simply top up your professional development library, these books will help to fill your entrepreneurial bucket and keep you at the top of your game.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow, Resources by First West Capital November 20, 2020 published by First West Capital

Leadership in uncertain times

Since the outbreak of the global pandemic there has been an increasing call for authenticity, communication, and trust from companies. This year has revealed that strong leadership is essential, not only for growth, but for survival.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital September 29, 2020 published by First West Capital

Q&A: Preparing to finance your business during a global pandemic

As an entrepreneur, you have competing priorities and preparing to finance your business isn’t always a simple task. Add a global pandemic and shaken economy to the mix and it further muddies the waters.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital September 25, 2020 published by First West Capital

Managing cash flow and liquidity during an economic downturn

Cash flow and liquidity are important drivers behind a business’s day-to-day operations and its overall contingency plan. For a business owner, this is even more evident during an economic downturn or a pandemic crisis whereby the entire economy is suffering together.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital July 21, 2020 published by First West Capital

Six things to know before launching your business into new markets

Entering new markets can represent a significant growth opportunity for your business – but the road to launching your business into new, undiscovered territory can be challenging and somewhat daunting.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow, Resources by First West Capital February 9, 2020 published by First West Capital

Finders, Keepers: Tips on hiring and retaining talent

Based on the recent study, Striving for Growth, conducted by First West Capital, 17% of business owners identify employee acquisition and/or retention as one of the main causes holding their business back.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Grow by First West Capital November 26, 2019 published by First West Capital

Top 10 business loan terms

Whether you are an entrepreneur surveying the financing options available to grow your business, launching into new markets or buying out a partner, this glossary is sure to provide insight into the business lending landscape.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Entrepreneur's Toolkit, Grow by Steve Chen September 11, 2019 published by First West Capital

Report: Striving for Growth

What's it really like being a business leader? We asked business leaders about what matters to them when it comes to leadership, self-improvement and business evolution.

Learn More
Posted under Business, Resources by First West Capital February 1, 2019 published by First West Capital
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