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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
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.
Business Plan
Key Financial Metrics Every Founder Should Know About
Getting a handle on your startup's finances is essential for any new business owner.
By Nick Chandi
Tech
She Ditched Her Steady Job in Tech to Pursue Her Love of Food. Now She’s a Food Network Champion and Celebrated Cookbook Author.
A self-taught vegan chef known for her sustainable cooking practices, Chef Priyanka Naik's journey from the tech world to the Food Network is a testament to the power of passion and perseverance. Hear her insights into how embracing your unique path can lead to entrepreneurial success.
Building a Business
Don’t Start a Business Until You Consider These 5 Things
Thinking about starting a business? Here's what you need to know before you get registered, invest in your startup costs or make your first sale.
By Ginny Silver
Building a Business
10 Big Ways to Shine for National Small Business Week (and 5 Things to Avoid)
Every year, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes time to honor America's top small businesses. As one of the country's 33 million small businesses, you are the engine of the nation's economy. Share your story and grow new business by leveraging your connection with your community.
By Jim Conroy
Building a Business
Most People Have No Business Starting a Business. Here’s What to Consider Before You Become an Entrepreneur
You need to find the right business opportunity at the right time and take the right steps to beat the odds.
By Cynthia Kay
Building a Business
The Simple Thing That the Owners of This Pizza Spot Do Every Day That Put Them on Yelp’s Top 100 List Three Years in a Row
Alessandro Farrugio and his family are pizza restaurant experts, having been in the business for over four decades. Learn how they built their Yelp-acclaimed establishment by investing in authentic food and quality service.
Building a Business
When Customers Balked at High Prices, This Bubble Tea Maker Educated Them About Quality Ingredients. Now His Flea Market Stand Has Turned Into 3 Permanent Locations.
From day one, Mathew Wong's goal has been to share the authentic bubble tea experience with his community. By staying true to his vision and facing obstacles head-on, he's brought a taste of Asia to customers across three New York City neighborhoods with his company Tea and Milk.
Marketing
4 Strategies to Help You Attract More Local Customers to Your Small Business
Increase your brand's visibility, traffic and sales with these local search marketing tips.
Business Ideas
What Big Brands Can Learn From Mom & Pop Shops to Connect With Their Customers
As early adopters and adept users of technology, small retailers have some valuable lessons to offer their larger peers.
By Ben Crudo
Building a Business
How An Unmarked Dive Bar in Vegas Became One of America’s Must-See Destinations — Within 3 Years of Opening
In a contest hosted by Entrepreneur, the Silver Stamp was voted America's most loved mom & pop shop. Its success shows that making people comfortable doesn't have to cost a fortune.
Business Accounting
You Might Spend Unnecessary Money If You Don’t Stay on Top of Your Expenses. Here’s How to Manage Them.
Nothing makes paying taxes even more onerous — or gets in the way of a firm understanding of how a business is performing — than ineffective expense management. Use these five expense management tips to not merely survive as a business, but thrive.
By Jim Conroy
Building a Business
The Counter Service at Yo’ Mama’s Is Just As Unique As Its Name. Here’s Why People Come Back for the Experience as Much as the Food.
Learn how the owner of Yo' Mama's manages business operations and online reviews to balance her needs with those of her customers.
Thought Leaders
Steal These Billion-Dollar Strategies From Google, Whole Foods and More to Boost Retention at Your Small Business
Keeping employees is a top concern for small business owners who want to avoid costly turnover.
By Amanda Breen
Building a Business
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.
Thought Leaders
3 Ways I’ve Ensured Small Victories As A Business Owner
While it is great to have big goals and dreams, the path to getting there is to start small
Building a Business
How This California Hot Spot Grew From Delivery-Only to Pop-Up Shop to Storefront
Learn how Miguel's Artisan Recipes uses customer feedback and community opportunities to dish out crowd-favorite cuisine.
Building a Business
The Owners of This Texas Farmers Market Took a Big Gamble. Here’s How It Paid Off Bigger Than They Dreamed.
A Texas farmers market educates customers about the importance of shopping local for a healthy lifestyle and an even healthier small business community.
Building a Business
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
Building a Business
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.
Building a Business
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