Tag: Small-Business

July 26, 2024

Need a reason to go green? There’s a long list of reasons your business can benefit from being more environmentally friendly. Not only can you save money by reducing your energy consumption and waste, but learning how to implement sustainable […]

July 24, 2024

Many of the current headlines surrounding small business owners signal doom and gloom. For example, many are pessimistic about their company’s outlook for the coming year, concerned about inflation, or even closing due to rising rent and other expenses. But […]

July 19, 2024

In recent years, small businesses have increasingly adopted cashless payments, favoring credit cards and payment apps like Venmo, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Square, and PayPal over traditional cash transactions. This shift towards a cashless economy has significant implications for business […]

July 10, 2024

When small business owners start a business, they have to have a lot of confidence; but as they come up against the market, customer acceptance, employees leaving, their confidence gets shaken. What is the best formula to get and keep […]

June 27, 2024

A new Senate bill may make it easier for small businesses to make use of AI. The bipartisan bill would direct the Department of Commerce to partner with the Small Business Administration to create and distribute AI training resources to […]

June 26, 2024

The CO— 100 is an awards program run by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce that recognizes and celebrates America’s Top Small Businesses. This exclusive list honors businesses that excel and stand out in 10 categories: Growth Accelerators, Community Champions, Micro-Business […]

June 24, 2024

Small businesses can leverage AI to automate tasks, enhance marketing strategies, and improve efficiency, while keeping ethical considerations in mind. If you run a small business, you can learn how to effectively utilize artificial intelligence (AI) in many different operations. […]

June 18, 2024

Every small business owner needs to know how much money is coming in and going out. A strong grasp of your budget is important for prioritizing projects and goals based on return on investment (ROI) and value, especially if you’re […]

June 10, 2024

Creating an e-commerce website is a daunting task. Yet, it’s a project you can tackle with a solid strategy, an understanding of the best practices, and a step-by-step guide. More importantly, starting with the right online site builder and e-commerce […]

June 10, 2024

As a small business owner, establishing a strong business-to-business (B2B) relationship with a large company can be a gateway to improved customer satisfaction and loyalty, increased sales, and ample opportunity for growth and collaboration. Strengthening bonds with business counterparts can […]

May 29, 2024

The Corporate Transparency Act requires LLCs, Corporations and other business entities to provide Beneficial Ownership Information to the U.S. Treasury Department. Companies failing to do so face stiff penalties. The new federal regulation threatens small businesses with $500 a day […]

May 28, 2024

Visual elements are a key component of modern digital marketing. In fact, content supported by images has been shown to be more effective at reaching a broader audience: The chances of receiving more views increase by 94% compared to publishing […]

May 24, 2024

Credit card companies are increasingly competing for the attention of small business owners. In fact, American Express recently noted the opportunity for growth in the small business sector in its Q1 2024 earnings report. Innovative new solutions like Fyle are […]

May 24, 2024

Nearly half of U.S. small business owners feel trapped in their businesses, according to a recent report. The survey comes from the low-code AI integration platform Latenode and includes responses from 3,000 business owners around the U.S. Researchers found that […]

May 17, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has filed an amicus brief in the case of Ryan, LLC v. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas. The brief supports a challenge to […]

May 9, 2024

Every small business owner understands the hustle. You wear many hats, navigate a competitive landscape, and constantly strive to build a loyal customer base. Luckily, there are dedicated times throughout the year, like Small Business Month (May) and Small Business […]

May 1, 2024

May is National Small Business Month, an annual opportunity to support the hard work of small business owners. The backbone of the nation’s economy, small businesses employ 45.9% of the entire U.S. workforce and make up 99.9% of all U.S. […]

April 24, 2024

Today’s consumers are calling for businesses to take greater responsibility for reducing their environmental footprint, and many companies are listening. Data shows that 72% of small business owners believe that focusing on sustainability is highly important, and more than three […]

April 18, 2024

Looking to spread the word about your business without spending a cent? No matter what type of business you operate, these free digital marketing tools can help boost your visibility and bring in new business. Restaurants, retailers, and service professionals […]

April 12, 2024

When launching a new product or service, companies strive to build buzz and excitement to generate consumer interest. According to a new study from Binghamton University, strategic preannouncement marketing — carefully choosing when to release general information and when to […]