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Brian O’Connor is a contributing writer for Fundera.
Brian writes about finance, business strategy, and digital marketing. He is the former director of digital strategy at Morgan Stanley, and has worked at Foreign Affairs magazine, Student Loan Hero, and as a partner of a small consulting firm, too. Combined, these experiences allow him to offer a unique perspective on the challenges small business owners face.
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Articles by Brian O'Connor
Looking to open a free business checking account online with no deposit? Find out how to do just that—plus, your best options—in our guide, here.
You might be surprised that it's not totally straight forward to open a business checking account online. Here are your best options.
We break down what a letter of credit is, how a letter of credit helps small business owners, and how you can take advantage of one if necessary.
Here’s what a small business coach can do for you. These are some common instances in which a small business coach might be just the thing you need.
Hootsuite, Sprout and Buffer are among the best tools for social media management for small business. They all allow you to easily schedule and manage...
Do short-term loans affect your credit rating? We explain how, plus show you 4 great alternatives to short-term loans you might not have considered, too.
Business Bank Accounts
How to Open a Free Business Checking Account Online With No Deposit
Looking to open a free business checking account online with no deposit? Find out how to do just that—plus, your best options—in our guide, here.
Business Bank Accounts
The 5 Best Places to Open a Business Checking Account Online
You might be surprised that it's not totally straight forward to open a business checking account online. Here are your best options.
Business Operations
Letter of Credit: What It Is and How It Works
We break down what a letter of credit is, how a letter of credit helps small business owners, and how you can take advantage of one if necessary.
Leadership and Advice
Do You Need a Small Business Coach?
Here’s what a small business coach can do for you. These are some common instances in which a small business coach might be just the thing you need.
Small Business Marketing
5 Best Tools for Social Media Management for Small Business
Hootsuite, Sprout and Buffer are among the best tools for social media management for small business. They all allow you to easily schedule and manage...
Small Business Loans
Do Short-Term Loans Affect Your Credit Rating? The Answer, Plus 4 Solutions
Do short-term loans affect your credit rating? We explain how, plus show you 4 great alternatives to short-term loans you might not have considered, too.