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Key Employment Sector Expecting Solid Growth

Driven by a positive economic environment and resilient consumer demand, the restaurant industry is expected to reach $1.5 trillion in sales and add more than 200,000…

Top Concerns Small Business Owners Face in 2025 (and How to Address Them)

Running a small business can be rewarding, but it also often is quite challenging. In 2025, with an evolving economy, technological advancements and shifting consumer demands,…

Understanding the Relationship Between Contribution Margin and EBITDA

When evaluating your company’s performance, your accountant will rely on metrics like Contribution Margin and EBITDA. These numbers reveal crucial insights into your business’s operational and…
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10 Proven Strategies to Upgrade Your Small Business’ Financial Position

A specific passion likely led you to launch your small business. Be it a restaurant, a clothing boutique or a florist shop, many business owners seek…

What’s the Outlook for Small Businesses in 2025?

With a new year fully upon us, small business owners across the nation are hard at work getting W2s to their employees, preparing tax forms or…

Small Business Security 101: Cyber Essentials to Help Keep Your Business Safe

In today’s digital world, the threats facing small businesses are bigger than ever before — and they’re not just limited to physical theft. Cybercriminals are constantly…

Inside the Luxury Advent Calendar Boom with DTC Brand Cheese Brothers

This article was originally published on Retail TouchPoints, as part of the ongoing “Small Business, Big Ideas” series, which focuses on smaller retail brands that have found…

Succession and Exit Planning: 5 Steps to Ensure Effective Succession Planning (Pt. 3)

Welcome to the third installment in our exploration of succession and exit planning for business owners. In our earlier articles, we covered where to start, your…