Archive for December 2019
Cannabis Stocks are Trendy – Are They Worth It?
Cannabis stocks have been all over the proverbial map since their introduction in the market in 2018. At first, the buzz was unavoidable and hopes were high for great things to happen, more specifically in the soon-to-be legal Canadian cannabis market and with state by state buzz in the United States. Then in 2019, due to…
Read MoreAn Unintended Consequence of Marijuana and Hemp Legislation
Since the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill, finally removing hemp-derived products from their schedule 1 status under the Controlled Substances Act, and with more-and-more states following the likes of Colorado, Vermont, and California by legalizing cannabis for medicinal and/or recreational consumption, hemp and cannabis farmers across the country are becoming increasingly more frustrated by…
Read MoreHow to Get Your Ideal Cannabis Farm Job
The cannabis industry is creating thousands of jobs each year. There are opportunities for direct sales, on-the-road careers, and cannabis farm jobs, just to name a few. This influx of new cannabis seasonal jobs is often called the Green Revolution and we expect it to grow as time goes on and legislation continues in favor…
Read MoreWhat We Know about Cannabis Industry Layoffs
Once cannabis was legalized, the industry exploded. Everyone had been busy making plans while they waited for legalization and then took off running once it was legal. So, after all of the initial hiring and hype, why are there suddenly so many cannabis industry layoffs? Just like the road to legalization, it is a tangled…
Read MoreCannabis Derived Terpenes | What’s the Difference and Why Should You Care?
Plants have them. A few insects have them, too. But how much do we really know about the molecules that give cannabis its distinct aroma, enhance your experience, and boast newfound medicinal benefits to boot? With legalization conversations sweeping across the nation, there’s been a lot of fuss around cannabis derived terpenes. Further, since the passage…
Read MoreHow to Plan for Unexpected Cannabis Business Expenses
When setting up and running a business, some expenses are obvious. Space, supplies, and packaging are all necessary. Other expenses are not as obvious; here are some examples and how to plan for them may keep unexpected expenses for cannabis business from shuttering an entire operation. Unexpected Expense: Employees As business grows, it will become…
Read MoreCannabis Gifts for Everyone in Your Life
Cannabis is trending big time, so it’s no surprise that cannabis gifts are showing up on Christmas lists everywhere. Smokers, non-smokers, even dear sweet grandmothers are dreaming of a cannabis Christmas. We’ve gathered a list of great cannabis gifts for every person on your list. Smokers Marijuana and smoking devices would be the obvious choice…
Read MoreMore Than Weed: How Cannabis-Centric Companies Partner for Success
Cannabis is not a stand-alone industry. Aside from the manufacturing support needed to grow and sell cannabis in its purest form, partnerships are also essential for expanding the market and reaching buyers who are hesitant or not interested in consuming in the traditional ways. The year 2018 ended with cannabis-centric businesses beginning to test the…
Read More7 Leadership Tips for Cannabis Business Owners
When you think of the terms “leader” or “leadership” you may immediately think of the CEO, President of a company, or a superior of some sort. We always hope people carrying these titles can also live up to the term “leader”, but that’s certainly not always the case. In fact, many people who are not in…
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