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The Little Coffee Shop That Asks Customers Not to Be Quiet
At Nirvana Soul, creative decor and friendly staffers aim to help the community take their coffee with a spoonful of connection.
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He Had No Idea How to Be A Tour Guide. Then He Built One of America’s Most Successful Tour Companies.
On this episode of "America's Favorite Mom and Pop Shops®," we take a spin around the Windy City with the founder of Bobby's Bike Hike.
By Jason Feifer
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How the Happiest Cafe in Virginia Beach Fosters Charm and Community
This family-run business grew from a small coffeehouse into a staple Virginia Beach destination.
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The No. 1 Priority for Small Businesses This Year Is to Increase Revenue — Here Are 4 Ways to Do Just That.
Success can be measured differently by different people, but regardless of how you view success, setting a goal and understanding revenue targets for your business can help in planning for and achieving a fruitful year ahead. Here's how.
By Rich Rao
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When They Decided to Stop Chasing Money, the Owners of This Unique Shop Found That Money Started Chasing Them
On this episode of "America's Favorite Mom and Pop Shops®," the married couple behind a coffee and leather goods shop in Idaho explain how following their passions led them to success.
By Jason Feifer
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This Mom and Pop Ice Cream Shop’s Success Comes Down to This Simple Phrase
Sundae Scoop in Virginia Beach is committed to building community both inside and outside of its walls.
Business Ideas
Dead Weight Expenses Are Costing Your Small Business. Here’s What to Watch for — And How to Cut Them
Small businesses in particular can't afford to be poorly investing limited cash.
By George Deeb
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How Chef JJ Started a Rice Bowl Revolution in Harlem
Chef JJ Johnson's global portfolio of rice bowls brought clean eating to a working-class community that has traditionally lacked access to healthy, fast-casual restaurants.
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3 Strategies This Vietnamese Noodle Shop Has Used to Thrive in Minnesota
MT Noodles began almost a decade ago with the mission of creating authentic Vietnamese cuisine and educating curious customers.
Business Operations & Logistics
How to Use SEO Like a Big Business — On a Small Business Budget
The giants in your field likely have correspondingly huge online marketing budgets, but there are proven-effective and low-cost ways a modestly-sized business can still search-rank in the stratosphere.
Business Ideas
Small Business Owners, Don’t Run From Technology — Embrace It. Here Are 5 Strategies to Succeed.
All the new technologies and tools can be overwhelming for small business owners with fewer resources than bigger companies. These strategies will help you overcome these digital difficulties and seize the opportunities that new tech can provide.
By Sabeer Nelli
Business News
He Had $2,000 and No Idea How to Run a Business. Here’s How He Turned That Into Two Thriving Barber Shops.
On this episode of "America's Favorite Mom & Pop Shops®," learn small business success secrets from Jason Bunce, owner of Skull & Combs.
By Jason Feifer
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Inside the Spa Where Calming Treatments Are Served Up With Craft Beer
Oakwell Beer Spa invites guests into a world of relaxing treatments combined with craft beer. Learn how Damien Zouaoui and Jessica French turned a popular European concept into a budding U.S. wellness chain.
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She Cashed in Her 401k and Sold Her House to Fund Her Dream. Now She Has Ice Cream Shops All Across the Country — Including Disney.
Owner of Salt & Straw, Kim Malek, explains the ice cream shop's journey from a pushcart to a multi-location franchise.
Business Operations & Logistics
The 8 Best Free and Low-Cost SEO Tools for Small Businesses
Here are some tools that business owners can use to optimize their websites and bring in more revenue
Online Presence
5 Simple SEO Methods That Produce Major Traffic for Small Businesses
Every company wants to be on the first page of a Google search. These are the proven techniques for climbing the ranks.
Business Ideas
5 Ways AI Can Help Small Businesses Boost Holiday Sales, According to an Expert From Google
AI is creating new opportunities for small business owners. Here's how to take advantage.
By Selin Song
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Jersey Mike’s Grew From a Seaside Deli to a Franchise Giant, and Never Lost Its Charm. This Is How, Its Founder Says.
The inside story of how a New Jersey mom and pop shop stayed small, even as it expanded to over 2,500 locations.
By Nate Hopper
Building a Business
‘Why Are We Shouting?’ Inside the Online Community That Is Helping Entrepreneurial Moms Connect, Collaborate and Stay Sane
The Founding Moms founder Jill Salzman discusses the importance of connecting with other business owners and knowing the right times to ask for help.
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5 Pieces of Bad Advice That Could Derail Your Business — Sidestep Disaster By Doing This Instead.
Not all well-meaning advice is created equal. Learn from these time-tested guidelines to help you scale faster and avoid the pitfalls.
By Pedro Sostre
Business Ideas
5 Ways SEO Can Help Grow a Mom & Pop Business
From tweaking your Google Business Profile to creating Instagram-able "selfie spaces," how small companies can boost search rankings just like the heavy hitters.
Entrepreneurs
How to Support Small Businesses This Holiday Season
Here are four great ways you can support small businesses during the holiday season.
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They Barely Had Enough Money to Set Up One Van. Now This Cleaning Company Is a Five-Star Operation With a Loyal Customer Base. Here’s Their Secret to Growth.
Bronco Pro Kleen made Entrepreneur magazine and Yelp's America's "Favorite Mom and Pop Shops" list. Hear from the company on how it maintains a high level of service for Denver locals that continuously earns them 5-star reviews.
Thought Leaders
She Was Down to Her Last $5. Now She Runs a Multi-Million Dollar Cupcake Business.
On this inspiring episode of "Behind the Review," listen to Mignon Francois's journey from living off of $5 to owning a multi-million dollar cupcake business and becoming a successful author.
Thought Leaders
This Entrepreneur Needed an Affordable Vacation and Wound Up Inventing a Thriving Business
David Sodemann, co-owner of Boho Camper Vans, unveils his secrets to business success and how he maintains a close relationship with his customers even while they're on the road.
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How to Navigate Business Challenges — 5 Reflections as I Enter Year 4 of My Startup
Success in the startup world combines innovation, adaptability and perseverance.
By Kate Isler
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Setting a New Standard for Customer Service
In this episode, hear how Ben and Jenny McAvoy, owners of Insectek Pest Solutions, prioritize communication and put customers at ease in the face of stressful pest encounters.