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Building a Business
77% of Small Business Owners Say This Channel Is Driving Most of Their Sales Right Now
In a survey with Faire, we asked 12,000 small businesses to share their most successful strategies and most pressing concerns.
By Liz Brody
Building a Business
Crack the Chicken-and-Egg Dilemma — How Startups Can Thrive Against the Odds
By Arian Adeli
Building a Business
How to Build the Perfect C-Suite for Sustainable Business Growth
Building a Business
From Kyrgyzstan to the U.S. — 6 Ways I Turned My Vision into a Thriving Business Overseas
From a small tech startup overseas to a growing U.S. job board software leader, here's how I turned my vision into a successful reality, one step at a time.
Building a Business
4 Growth Hacks That Helped My Startup Increase Revenue And Profitability
Building a successful startup requires adaptive strategies, strong mentorship and a focus on scalable processes.
Marketing
Attract More Online Traffic and Customers to Your Small Retail Business With These 4 Innovative Techniques
This article helps retail businesses understand the benefits of paid ads and provides instructions on how to set them up.
Thought Leaders
Why Letting Go of the Coveted ‘CEO’ Role is the Best Move for Leaders
The true measure of a founder's success isn't their title — it's the enduring impact of the company they've created.
By Arian Adeli
Marketing
4 Retail Marketing Strategies for Small Shops
Attract more customers to your small retail business with these actionable marketing tips.
Building a Business
Embrace Being ‘The Only’ in the Room — 3 Strategies Successful Founders Use to Grow Their Companies
I've helped many founders grow and scale their companies, and I've noticed that top business leaders often make a few key decisions early on.
Business Operations & Logistics
Small Businesses Are Cautiously Optimistic About the Future, Research Says — Plus 3 Global Trends to Know
Despite geopolitical uncertainty, a recent survey finds SMBs optimistic, growth-minded and tech-forward.
By Adam Cohen
Building a Business
Small Business Owners Are Taking 3 Creative Actions to Achieve Their Goals in 2024, According to a New Report
From social media to AI, entrepreneurs are pulling out all the stops for success.
By Amanda Breen
Building a Business
Get Picky With Your Clients — How to Identify and Attract Your Ideal Customer
As a start-up or even an established business facing tough times, it is hard to be picky about customers. But with a little effort and thoughtful planning, you can attract more ideal customers and spend less time doing work that does not align with your business goals.
By Cynthia Kay
Building a Business
Most Small Businesses Don’t Have an App — Here’s Why That’s a Big Mistake
Small retail businesses face the challenge of competing with large big-box brands; however, SMBs can stay competitive by embracing ecommerce and investing in digital capabilities.
Building a Business
I Made These 3 Big Mistakes When Starting a Business — Here’s What I Learned From Them
Starting a business is a wild ride, and mistakes are — unfortunately — an inevitable part of the journey. Here are some of the biggest mistakes I've made along the way and, more importantly, the valuable lessons I've learned from them.
Building a Business
He Combined Passion With Exceptional Service to Make His Tattoo Shop Welcoming to All
At Black Serum Tattoo in San Francisco, owner Brücius Zylander creates a judgment-free zone for both tattoo novices and enthusiasts.
Building a Business
He Left the Corporate World to Pursue His Passion for the Outdoors. 25 Years Later, His Business Is Thriving Thanks to These 4 Principles.
Cliff Bressler shares how he started Nature's Friends Landscaping — and continues to thrive today — on a recent episode of 'Behind the Review.'
Building a Business
How a Local Greek Restaurant Seized Opportunities and Won a New Food Network Competition
After starting as a food truck in 2014, Think Greek has evolved into an award-winning restaurant by creating innovative menu items and taking advantage of opportunities that extend its audience reach.
Building a Business
How This Small Local Bakery Turned Itself Into a Wholesale Powerhouse
Tres Lecheria transformed from a local Seattle favorite into a wholesale powerhouse by securing deals with major grocery chains.
Building a Business
5 Must-Have Qualities to Look For in Your First Investor
Every founder should use these criteria to evaluate potential investors. These traits eliminate doubts and help find the best match for long-term success.
Business Branding
Why Mom and Pop Stores Should Never Overlook Their Branding Strategy — And How They Can Outshine Retail Giants
Mom-and-pop stores today have as many opportunities as other businesses. If you own one, then it's time to make branding a priority to compete with your competitors.
Building a Business
How to Choose the Right Pricing Strategy for Your Small Business
Discover how your small businesses can navigate the challenging terrain of pricing strategy in a post-inflation economy
Business News
Starting a Small Business? Here Are the States Where It’s Most Likely to Survive — and the Least.
Location can make or break your business's success.
By Amanda Breen
Building a Business
‘How Can I Save People Money?’ Here’s How This Shop Owner Turns Customers Into Loyal Advocates.
Steve's Auto Care isn't just a mechanic shop — it's a testament to the power of integrity and personalized service in the auto repair industry.
Building a Business
How an Annoying Backbreaking Chore Sparked the Idea for This Entrepreneur’s Thriving Business
Find out how City Tree Delivery in Chicago brings the holiday spirit directly to urban doorsteps.
Building a Business
You Won’t Have a Strong Budget Until You Follow These 5 Tips
Your budget is not just for cutting expenses; it's a tool to align your spending with your business priorities to drive growth and achieve financial freedom.
By Wendy Shore
Side Hustle
The Side Hustle He Started at Age 15 Led to a $4 Billion Boon for Small Businesses: ‘They Would Take a Chance on Me With Their Hard-Earned Money’
Nic Beique asked his local barber, gym and more if they'd like him to build a website for their businesses.
By Amanda Breen
Building a Business
‘A Surprise Around Every Corner’ How This Iconic Bookstore’s Innovative Mix of New and Used Books Keeps Book Hunters Coming Back for More.
Here's how Powell's City of Books used its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility to create a landmark of literary passion.
Business News
Not Filing This New Mandatory Report Could Cost Your Business $500 Per Day
Many business owners will be required to file this mandatory report to the Department of the Treasury — here's everything you need to know.
By Ginny Silver
Building a Business
‘Marketing Happy Hour’ Podcast Hosts Share the Best Way to Connect With Consumers: ‘Think of Social Media Like a First Date’
Brand marketing experts and hosts of the Marketing Happy Hour podcast share tips on how to launch, grow, and make the most out of your small business's online presence.