Matt Williams

Many entrepreneurs want to go directly to the source the moment an idea strikes or at the first sign of growth, but you need to first prove the business to yourself before asking others to believe in it.

While social media and marketing can definitely help boost a brand's online presence, there are a few other things companies should do before investing resources to these areas.

Entrepreneurs need to understand what goals matter the most to their company and focus on setting goals, reviewing these milestones and seeking advice.