For startups looking to get a leg up in their industry in New York City, incubators can be a good choice. These long-term programs for startups usually provide not only a collaborative environment, office resources (Wi-Fi, printing, and conference rooms), and industry events, but often they also provide mentorship, may assist in securing funding, and… Continue reading Top Incubators in NYC
Tag: How To
Finding Office Space as a Startup: Top Co-Working Spaces in NYC
Deciding that you want to be an entrepreneur and start your own business can be both a dream come true and your biggest nightmare. Finally, you’ll be working for yourself, making your own decisions, and working on your own schedule. But without proper training, time management, and purpose, being an entrepreneur can be incredibly challenging.… Continue reading Finding Office Space as a Startup: Top Co-Working Spaces in NYC
12 Ways to Eat Like a New Yorker
1. Plan: This is the number one rule of eating out in New York. While the number of good restaurants is astounding, it’s also overwhelming. Don’t let yourself get caught wandering around in search of just the right place (haven’t we all been there?), or worse, at a bad restaurant. All it takes is a… Continue reading 12 Ways to Eat Like a New Yorker
Getting Around NYC Like a New Yorker
New arrivals to the city might be tempted to think that getting one’s own car is the way to have the most freedom, but that’s not generally how New Yorkers roll. While there might be a few New Yorkers with unconventional commuting methods (kayaking across the Hudson to work anyone?) most have figured out that… Continue reading Getting Around NYC Like a New Yorker
Kick off your US Career Search the Right Way, Part 2: Resources for Licensed Fields
“Here in New York, health care, engineering, and law are among the toughest sectors to break into.” Professionals from licensed fields will find it harder to jump into the fray of New York job searches. Here in New York, health care, engineering and law are among the toughest sectors to break into, due to a… Continue reading Kick off your US Career Search the Right Way, Part 2: Resources for Licensed Fields
A Simple Tax Preparation Checklist for Entrepreneurs and Small-Business Owners
CPA Allan Madan gives New York International readers a helpful checklist for tax time.The tax deadline is coming and many entrepreneurs and small business owners fail to adequately prepare ahead of time. Luckily, we have made a simple list of tips and advice that you should be taking into account when preparing for your tax… Continue reading A Simple Tax Preparation Checklist for Entrepreneurs and Small-Business Owners
Top 10 Recommendations for SXSW
SXSW has finally arrived. The Austin, Texas based annual affair is one of the world’s largest digital conferences. Each year the five-day event draws more and more international participants and entrepreneurs, and if you’re one of them there’s good reason to get advice on how to navigate the city before you arrive. Here are our… Continue reading Top 10 Recommendations for SXSW
Four Steps to Starting a Business in New York City
You’ve been thinking about starting a business and now you’re ready to make it official. You’ve identified the goods or services that you’re bringing to the market; you’ve identified your potential client base. You’ve got a great idea, a business and marketing plan, you might even have funding. Now it’s time to roll up your… Continue reading Four Steps to Starting a Business in New York City
US Resumes Do’s Don’ts and Differences
There are a lot of differences to get used to as an international moving to NYC, but how you present yourself professionally is perhaps one of the most important points to make sure you get right. While many New York companies are making the move to LinkedIn rather than using traditional resumes, there are still… Continue reading US Resumes Do’s Don’ts and Differences
Getting Around NYC: An International’s Guide to Cycling
When you think of getting around New York City, biking might not be the first option that springs to mind. While many internationals are probably accustomed to cycling being a common mode of transportation, in the US it tends to be reserved as a recreational activity and it’s not quite as common to see cyclists… Continue reading Getting Around NYC: An International’s Guide to Cycling