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Bank of America's Small Business Checkpoint for January 2024 shows that while small firms showed resilience in 2023, profits are under pressure.

Bank of America Small Business Checkpoint Puts Profitability in the Spotlight

Bank of America’s (BoA) latest Small Business Checkpoint for January 2024 found that not only did small businesses display resilience in 2023 but they also were…
The Chase 2024 Business Leaders Outlook survey reveals that, despite economic uncertainties, small business owners are confident in their resilience.

Chase Survey: Small Businesses Focus on Resilience Amid Market Uncertainty

Despite the threat of a recession and other economic uncertainties, small businesses are setting their sights on growth, according to the Chase 2024 Business Leaders Outlook…
There are eight exit archetypes that every small business owner must know.

Transformative Transitions: 8 Exit Archetypes Every Company Founder Must Know

In the daunting yet exhilarating journey of entrepreneurship, founders traverse various roles that evolve with their venture. Today’s thriving U.S. economy, marked by accelerated growth, is…
Thinking about an exit strategy? Want to plan the next stage of your business career? Follow these tips if you want to pursue M&A for your small business.

M&A for Small Business: How to Plan for a Successful Sale

Some business owners see themselves running their companies for decades — maybe even passing them down to their children — but most entrepreneurs don’t want to…
Advertising Week has partnered with Amazon Ads to launch the Most Influential SMB Marketers list, a roundup of 25 founders, marketing leaders and brand executives that have driven business growth and industry innovation.

Advertising Week Reveals Most Influential SMB Marketers

Advertising Week has partnered with Amazon Ads to launch the Most Influential SMB Marketers list, a roundup of 25 founders, marketing leaders and brand executives that have…
Want to keep team members excited and engaged in their work? Follow these tips, which will help you run team meetings flawlessly.

The Secrets to Effective and Engaging Team Meetings

One of the most popular mantras in business is “Communication is key.” To keep operations running smoothly, you and your managers must keep all employees aware…
Businesses are fighting for top talent. Learn how to create a company culture that wins over workers...and keeps them for the long term.

How to Create a Company Culture that Retains Top Talent

Employees who feel appreciated, listened to, and supported are naturally going to do a better job and stick around longer. And the way to build a…
With consumer sentiment compelling a more thoughtful, critical look at labor and power structures, small businesses are prioritizing DEI.

How to Create a More Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

The U.S. runs on small business power. Employing nearly half the private-sector U.S. workforce (46%), small businesses with fewer than 100 employees accounted for 98% of…