State Tax Websites for Your Small Business

Understanding and fulfilling your tax obligations in 2024 remains one of the biggest challenges of running a business. You usually complete your personal tax returns once a year with a few forms. But preparing and filing your business taxes can prove taxing, for lack of a better term. This is especially true if you do not know your state’s tax regulations, which is why you should familiarize yourself with...

5 Tips For Small Business Employers To Retain And Attract Talent

Sponsored Post Finding and retaining employees with the right skills and level of experience is a challenging feat for a business of any size. For small businesses, in particular, competing with other organizations for the same pool of talent can feel like an uphill battle at times.  Research from MetLife’s Employee Benefit Trends Study (EBTS), with insights specifically into small business trends,...

In the News: Thousands in Grants Up For Grabs For Small Businesses

As a small business, you should keep an eye on available grants as they can provide badly needed financial support without needing to repay them. Grants can cover a wide range of needs, from startup costs and expansion to specific projects and research. Staying informed about grant opportunities ensures your business doesn’t miss out on valuable funding that can fuel growth, innovation, and stability. Why...

Types of Small Business Financing Options

Wondering the difference between the types of small business financing options? Getting the right financial product for your small business is important. However, entrepreneurs should be careful about which small business financing options they choose. Here’s a summary of the main types of small business financing: Merchant Cash Advance: Offers quick access to capital based on future credit...

Grow Your Network at MIAMI’S SMALL BUSINESS EXPO

Networking opens doors to new opportunities, resources, and knowledge for small business owners. And that is what MIAMI’S SMALL BUSINESS EXPO is looking to do for entrepreneurs that want to learn and grow. Building relationships with other business owners, customers, and industry professionals can lead to collaborations, referrals, and valuable insights into market trends and best practices. Effective...

50 Beginner Ideas for Small Business YouTube Channels

For small business owners new to the platform, searching for “YouTube ideas for beginners small business” can be overwhelming. But worry not, even if you’re not a professional videographer, there are numerous engaging YouTube video ideas at your disposal. Check out these 50 YouTube ideas specifically designed for beginners in the small business realm. YouTube Ideas for Beginners Intro...

Revitalize Your Small Business in 2024 with These Expert Insights

Change is inevitable when running a small business. And the start of a new year often brings about even more potential shifts. Members of the online small business community have had to navigate plenty of change. Here are their tips for making the most of these opportunities. Revitalize Your Small Business with a Brand Refresh Even the best business branding may start to feel outdated or irrelevant...

In the News: Get Up To $35,000 In Small Business Grants

Educational grants aren’t just for students. Small businesses can unlock a treasure trove of knowledge and skills thanks to these funding gems. Imagine training your team in cutting-edge marketing without the loan shark interest. Grants fund workshops, online courses, and even employee certifications, making your team unstoppable. Boost productivity, innovate like a pro, and stay ahead of the...

Why small business owners should put fraud protection at the top of their holiday wish lists

The holiday season can be the most wonderful time of the year for many small businesses, with sales boost from gift buying and holiday party spending. It’s a happy time for employees, too, as they receive word of end-of-year pay raises and bonuses. But larger sales volumes can make it harder for business owners to spot suspicious activity. And increased communication about bonuses or annual benefits...

50 B2B Small Business Ideas for Main Street

When you think of main street businesses, you likely picture stores, restaurants and other businesses that cater to consumers. But there are actually a lot of opportunities for B2B businesses to make their mark on Main Street as well. Here are 50 B2B Main Street small business ideas you could start. Our Methodology: Mainstreet Business Ideas Here’s the methodology we used to evaluate potential Main...

U.S. Small Businesses Gear Up for Record-Breaking Holiday Season

A comprehensive survey by Fiverr International Ltd., in collaboration with Censuswide, reveals digital marketing strategies and an increasing reliance on freelance talent to meet the season’s demands. The survey, which gathered insights from 1,000 consumers and 500 business leaders, indicates a strong confidence among business leaders in this year’s holiday sales, with an astounding 84%...

How a Small Gender Clinic Landed in a Political Storm

Washington University’s youth gender clinic in St. Louis, like others around the world, was overwhelmed by new patients and struggled to provide them with mental health care. NYT > Health