In a city as fast-paced as New York, people don’t have time to spend on anything they don’t feel is important. This is never more obvious than when you are trying to start a new business and get noticed by investors and potential customers. Do-it-yourself (DIY) is part of the startup culture, but it’s important… Continue reading Things not to DIY When Starting a Business in NYC
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Entrepreneur Portrait: Rohit Arora, Biz2Credit
Originally from Delhi, India, entrepreneur Rohit Arora is the CEO and co-founder of Biz2Credit, an online platform which helps entrepreneurs get loans for their small businesses. Since the launch of the platform in 2008, the company has surpassed $1 billion in small business financing deals. Rohit took some time to talk to New York International… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Rohit Arora, Biz2Credit
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
Top NYC Transportation Apps
Getting around NYC can be a complicated business for those new here. Thankfully there are a multitude of helpful apps out which make life easier for smartphone users. But which should you download? New York International gives our recommendations.TOP NYC TRANSPORTATION APPS Google maps fans, don’t be dismayed by the lack of Internet signal underground.… Continue reading Top NYC Transportation Apps
The World in NYC: Greece
Part of what makes New York City so special is how its very culture has been completely created by proud and ambitious immigrants. None more proud are the Greeks, whose roots are weaved throughout the city from Greek corner diners to the iconic Anthora Greek coffee cups found daily in commuters’ hands.Greek immigrants first began… Continue reading The World in NYC: Greece
Should You Live Outside NYC?
While New York City is one of the greatest cities in the world, it can’t get away from the fact that it is a city, and thus is cramped, noisy, sometimes dirty, and a difficult place to raise a family. Many New Yorkers will remember the buzz raised in 2011 when it was revealed that… Continue reading Should You Live Outside NYC?
Five Reasons Why We Love the NY Bike Share Program
The New York International team has always been enthusiastic about a bike share program coming to New York. Our team comes mostly from Europe and has spent time living in Asia and South America. A lot of nations on those continents are traditionally very inclined towards biking as a main means of transportation. So how… Continue reading Five Reasons Why We Love the NY Bike Share Program
English in the City: Brushing up on Business and Conversational English Skills
In New York City, speaking and understanding English is necessary for running a business – it is the language which brings together ideas, clients and progress. Sometimes, however, knowing how to speak a language and being able to communicate clearly in that language are separate things. Reducing your accent, practicing communication and knowing the jargon… Continue reading English in the City: Brushing up on Business and Conversational English Skills
How and Why to Have a Green Business in NY
When someone says “green business” you might get the image of a shop selling hemp trousers or biodegradable coffee mugs, but the fact is green is no longer a novelty niche market and more and more businesses are not just selling green products, but operating in an environmentally friendly “green” manner. Historically, the US has… Continue reading How and Why to Have a Green Business in NY
The B-Corp Boom and What it Means for You
You’ve heard of green companies – companies which give back to the environment, or at least, endeavor not to destroy it – but what about companies which give back not only to the environment, but to society as a whole? There’s a new kind of classification for these companies and it’s taking the business world… Continue reading The B-Corp Boom and What it Means for You