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Square Seller? Here’s How to Get a $10K Small Business Grant

A barista in a coffee shop offers a cardboard tray with two takeaway coffee cups and a loyalty card featuring circular stamps, promoting small business loyalty programs.

Create a Loyalty Program That Keeps Customers Coming Back

Whether simple punch cards, app-based, software, or e-commerce systems, there are tools any sized small business owner can deploy.

Brand and Marketing AUG 21

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Lease Negotiation Tips for Small Business Success

A single lease negotiation mistake can cost your business thousands of dollars annually — or worse, force you to close when unexpected expenses arise.

Business Planning AUG 19

A modern café with stacked chairs on tables, pendant lights, and a man sitting on a raised platform using his smartphone. The scene reflects a small business managing fixed costs by optimizing space and resources during non-operational hours.

Understanding Fixed Costs: A Guide for Small Business Owners

Learn what fixed costs are, why they matter, and proven strategies to reduce them.

Business Planning AUG 18

A senior man stands in a flower shop, using a laptop to apply for small business grants, while a young woman carefully wraps flowers in the background.

5 Small Business Grants to Apply for Right Now [August 2025]

Whether you're launching a new venture, expanding your offerings, or facing unexpected setbacks, having access to additional financial resources can make a world of difference.

Business Planning AUG 13

Two smiling Gen Z employees in a modern hair salon, standing together with a friendly pose, showcasing teamwork and a welcoming workplace environment.

Understanding Gen Z Employees: A Guide for Small Businesses

Gen Z employees bring their own unique set of characteristics, values, and expectations to the job.

Business Planning AUG 7

A woman in a warehouse holding a clipboard and pen, standing between shelves of neatly stacked boxes, illustrating the process of improving employee ROI through organized workflows.

Employee ROI Explained: The Win-Win of Prioritizing People

If employee ROI is so valuable, why do so many companies struggle with it? The issue often stems from focusing on short-term results.

Business Planning AUG 5

A small business owner in a plaid shirt and blue apron stands confidently with arms crossed in front of their cafe, symbolizing success and preparation for the future, aligning with the concept of how to retire as a small business owner.

How Business Owners Can Secure a Comfortable Retirement

Proper planning ensures financial stability, allowing you to step away confidently when the time is right.

Business Planning JUL 24

Two café workers, one older and one younger, engaged in conversation behind the counter, illustrating the benefits of hiring older workers through their collaboration and experience-sharing.

5 Key Benefits of Hiring Older Workers for Your Small Business

For small businesses, the benefits of hiring older workers go far beyond filling manpower gaps.

Business Planning JUL 18

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A small business owner in a modern office, wearing a yellow sweater, focused on a computer screen displaying digital content, researching copyright laws on social media.

How Small Businesses Can Avoid Copyright Mistakes Online

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Key Principles of Cash Flow Management for Small Businesses

Turn Emails into Profit Machines for Your Small Business

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Dos and Don’ts of Social Media Storytelling for Small Businesses

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Passing the Torch: Advice from Family Surf Shop Owners

Cafe owner consults with another small business owner using laptop in a bright cafe setting. Their collaboration represents the opportunity to boost your sales by partnering with other businesses.

Boost Your Profits by Partnering with Other Businesses