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Explore the Latest Tech at TECHSPO Houston 2024
Explore the latest technological advancements and innovations at TECHSPO Houston. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies can propel your...
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Collaborate Like a Pro with These Expert Business Tips
Running a successful small business often requires collaboration , whether it’s with your own team, outside agencies, or online partners. There...
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Pride Grant Available for LGBTQ+ Business Owners
Small business grants can benefit business owners from a huge range of backgrounds. Recently, a national nonprofit launched a funding round for...
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U.S. Beauty Industry Continues to Grow Despite Economic Challenges
The U.S. beauty industry has shown resilience in the first quarter of 2024, with prestige beauty sales increasing by 9% compared to the same...
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House Committee Subpoenas SBA Officials Amid Electioneering Investigation
The House Committee on Small Business, led by Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25), has issued subpoenas to two high-ranking officials from the...
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In the News: Don’t Miss Out on Grants of up to $25,000
Grants can be a game changer for businesses in the entertainment sector, offering important support for different initiatives. They provide...
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What is a Sales Pipeline?
If you’re unsure about the importance of a sales pipeline to boost profits, consider the following: Hubspot reports that a structured...
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Common Invoice Payment Terms and How to Write Them
Invoice payment terms are essential for several reasons. They impact everything from the strength of business relationships to cash management....
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Upwork Launches New AI Innovations and Solutions for Easier Hiring and Working
Upwork announced a new set of tools and partnerships designed to transform how companies and freelancers hire and work. This announcement was made...
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California Law Banning “Junk Fees” Will Drive Restaurant Prices Even Higher
California’s restaurant scene is bracing for another financial hit this summer when a new law is set to shake up menu prices. Fox...
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Spotlight: Everything Branding Transforms Businesses Through PR
Major press features can make a huge impact on small businesses. But securing these features is often challenging. That’s where working with...
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San Diego’s Ban on Polystyrene Means More Costs for Small Businesses
A ban on polystyrene went into effect for small businesses in San Diego in April. Polystyrene is a synthetic polymer sometimes colloquially called...
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Generational Ban Laws Threaten the Future of Some Local Tobacconists
New laws on the books in Massachusetts are threatening the future of some historic local tobacconist businesses. Following a landmark decision...
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Dropshipping Business Ideas
Dropshipping is a retail fulfillment method where a store doesn’t keep the products it sells in stock. Instead, when a store sells a...
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Small Businesses Owe $59 Billion in Fees After Defaulting on COVID Recovery Loans
For many businesses that struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic, Small Business Administration loans provided an essential lifeline. But now,...
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Labor Dept. Eliminates Trump Association Health Plans
The U.S. Department of Labor rolled back a Trump-era rule that lets self-employed individuals and small businesses purchase cheaper association...
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Tax Preparer Sentenced After Filing 900+ False Income Tax Returns
A Chicago-area tax preparer has been sentenced to one year and one day in prison for preparing and filing over 900 false income tax returns. The...
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What is Invoice Factoring and How Does it Work?
Invoice factoring allows businesses to boost their cash flow. Businesses sell unpaid invoices to a third party or factoring business at a...
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Small Business Owner Hosts Unique Promotion to Overcome Fraud Losses
Millions of businesses are victims of fraud each year. But one Texas business recently realized how much a strong community of customers can help...
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Get Quiet: How to Find Out Where You Are Really Going
We’re living in frenetic times. Amid all the busyness and the FOMO, you may also feel directionless and overwhelmed. Maybe you know there’s more...
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Amazon Delivery Drones to Land in Phoenix
Amazon is adding a new location to its drone delivery service. The Amazon Drone Delivery Program will be based in Tolleson, Arizona. Packages will...
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Atificial Intelligence at Strategic Marketing West 2024
AI is set to supercharge small business marketing. By analyzing customer data, AI will help you personalize outreach and target ideal audiences...
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Small Businesses Recieved $178 Billion in Federal Contracts in FY23
The Small Business Administration (SBA) just released its annual report card on how federal agencies are doing in giving contracts to small...
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10 Money-Making Tips from Successful Business Owners
Today’s businesses have numerous revenue opportunities , from selling products online to leveraging knowledge and skills with a home-based...
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Over $4 Million in Grants Available for Businesses Harmed by Entertainment Industry Strikes
Businesses throughout the Los Angeles area rely on the entertainment industry for various functions. So when two major industry unions struck last...