Small businesses across the country are getting ready to showcase their wares to thousands of shoppers in celebration of the holiday season and Small Business Saturday. With all that increased traffic, whether online or on the street, comes some additional risks. First, there’s a substantially higher opportunity for all sorts of unscrupulous people to steal […]
If you missed the stories surrounding the Fast Food Strikes that swept across the nation in August, you were probably out of town-WAY out of town. Although not as massive in numbers as expected, the coverage was global because of the universal appeal. Everybody wants a “living wage.” The contention revolves around just exactly what […]
I’ve been fortunate in my career to have won numerous awards for my work both as a corporate executive and an entrepreneur. There’s no doubt that awards build credibility and brand awareness for your small business. Yet many small business owners tell me they are reluctant to nominate themselves. Don’t be shy. Go for it! […]
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy, small businesses make up 99.7 percent of U.S. employer firms, 64 percent of net new private-sector jobs, 49.2 percent of private-sector employment and 42.9 percent of private-sector payroll. In anticipation of National Small Business Week, the National Federation of Independent Businesses is answering the question: […]
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reported small businesses are beginning to add jobs — employment grew by 0.14 workers per firm last month, a bit slower than the pace in March but still the fifth straight month of gains. Are you thinking it’s time to add to your team? Making the decision to […]