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Do’s and Don’ts for Hiring and Managing Underage Employees

A metallic security shutter with the text 'Sorry WE'RE CLOSED' in bold black and red letters, similar to phrasing used by small businesses. Through the partially open shutter, the U.S. Capitol Building is visible under a cloudy sky, symbolizing the October 2025 government shutdown.

UPDATE: Small Businesses Sound Alarm as Shutdown Drags On

While the shutdown affects the entire economy, some industries will feel the pressure more acutely than others.
Business Planning OCT 23
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The Key to Thriving in Today’s Economy? Customer Trust

The latest NFIB report notes that declining consumer confidence is a significant headwind for small businesses.
Brand and Marketing OCT 21
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How to Handle Rising Costs: A Guide for Small Business Owners

With a smart approach, you can protect your profitability and ensure your business remains resilient.
Business Planning OCT 15
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Is Now the Right Time to Invest in Your Business?

While many owners are currently investing, future plans show a sense of caution.
Business Planning OCT 13

Small Business Spotlight: BDC Strategy Group

BDC Strategy Group is a boutique communications and public relations agency with locations in Atlanta, Georgia, and Dallas, Texas.
Brand and Marketing OCT 10
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Small Business Tax Preparation: Your Guide to a Stress-Free Tax Season

Let’s face it: Tax season can sneak up on even the most organized business owners.
Business Planning OCT 9
A doctor in a white coat with a stethoscope discusses healthcare options with a patient during a consultation. The scene, set in a professional office, symbolizes collaboration and care, aligning with the goals of small business healthcare reform.

The Coming Healthcare Battle in Congress

As we draw closer to the end of 2025, Congress may be presented with an opportunity to give small businesses relief from surging healthcare costs.
Employee Management OCT 6
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Untapped Potential: The Benefits of Hiring People with Disabilities

Research indicates that businesses that prioritize disability inclusivity outperform their competitors in several metrics.
Employee Management OCT 1

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A metallic security shutter with the text 'Sorry WE'RE CLOSED' in bold black and red letters, similar to phrasing used by small businesses. Through the partially open shutter, the U.S. Capitol Building is visible under a cloudy sky, symbolizing the October 2025 government shutdown.

UPDATE: Small Businesses Sound Alarm as Shutdown Drags On

A florist or small business owner wearing a striped apron works at a wooden counter surrounded by fresh white lilies and dried flowers. They use a calculator with a receipt printer, symbolizing financial management and strategies for how to handle rising costs.

How to Handle Rising Costs: A Guide for Small Business Owners

Overhead view of a commercial space undergoing renovation, with furniture covered in plastic sheeting and a woman holding a laptop standing on a wooden floor. The scene reflects preparation or transition, symbolizing investment and change, aligning with capital spending trends.

Is Now the Right Time to Invest in Your Business?

Two smiling baristas, a woman and a man with Down syndrome, stand side-by-side in a cozy coffee shop, both wearing aprons with arms crossed. The image highlights an inclusive workplace, showcasing the benefits of hiring people with disabilities in small businesses.

Untapped Potential: The Benefits of Hiring People with Disabilities

Focused middle-aged man in glasses and a vest reviews financial data on a computer screen at a well-organized desk, symbolizing the importance of avoiding retirement planning mistakes for small business owners.

Retirement Planning Mistakes to Avoid as a Small Business Owner