By: Bella Gould October 28, 2025 at 9:12 PM PDT Every business owner faces the question of what the ultimate goal of their company should be. Some focus on keeping costs as low as possible, while others aim to grow sales or expand market share. But when you look closely, none of these by themselves define true success. What really matters is the creation of long-term value. For small businesses, profit is important, but it’s not the whole picture. Profit can be influenced by

By: Bella Gould October 28, 2025 at 12:29 PM PDT Private credit refers to non-bank lending in which funds are provided directly to borrowers by private investors or institutions. It plays a vital role in today’s financial market by offering an alternative source of capital—particularly for small and medium-sized businesses that may struggle to secure loans through traditional banking channels. There are several main types of private credit. Direct lending involves loans made