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Building a Business
There’s a Loneliness Epidemic — And These Co-Founders Are Tackling It With Pickleball
Charlotte, North Carolina's Rally has pickleball, gourmet food, craft cocktails and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Building a Business
How Much Do Small Businesses Pay Their Employees? It Varies Significantly By State — Here’s the Full Ranking.
Working for a small business can pay a lot more — or less — depending on where you live.
By Amanda Breen
Building a Business
Small Businesses Are Struggling in This Densely Populated U.S. State — and Thriving in These Others
The U.S. is averaging 430,000 new business applications per month in 2024.
By Amanda Breen
Marketing
Holiday Shopping Spending Is Expected to Decrease By $85 Billion This Year — But These Expert-Backed Tips Can Help Your Small Business Maximize Revenue
Joseph Black, director of product management, accounting, and commerce at Intuit QuickBooks, reveals how small businesses can stand out.
By Amanda Breen
Business News
This Is What Black Friday and Holiday Shoppers Are Really Looking for This Season, According to New Research
Shopify's annual holiday survey revealed some surprising news about retail spending this holiday season.
By Erin Davis
Building a Business
They Went From Selling Hangers as Kids to Starting a Retail Brand Worth $2.8 Billion – Here’s What the Property Brothers Learned About Entrepreneurship
The kings of HGTV, Property Brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott, share their insights as lifelong entrepreneurs.
Building a Business
Shoppers Spent $17 Billion on Small Business Saturday Last Year. This Expert Says It’s Not Too Late to Make It a Huge Day for You This Weekend.
Small business expert Jennifer Van Buskirk shares the best practices small business owners can use to attract new customers — and keep existing ones coming back for more.
By Dan Bova
Building a Business
Small Business Saturday Is a $200 Billion Boon for Entrepreneurs — Here’s How One Wine Shop Makes the Most of It: ‘Every Year Our Revenue Goes Up’
Daneen and Pascal Lewis opened Harlem Wine Gallery in 2016, and the business has been growing ever since.
By Amanda Breen
Entrepreneurs
The Top Reason People Choose a Restaurant Might Surprise You, New Resy Report Reveals — Plus, Here’s the Cocktail That Will Be Everywhere in 2025
There's more to dining out than the meal itself — and U.S. foodies want to experience it all.
By Amanda Breen
Building a Business
He’s Hosted ‘This Old House’ for 20 Years — These Are His Best Tips for Growing a Home Services Business
"This Old House" host Kevin O'Connor reflects on 20-plus years working with tradespeople and what it takes to scale a business in the home service industry.
Business Accounting
Scammers Stole $48 Billion From Businesses in 2023 — and the Holidays Are Their Favorite Time to Commit the Crime. Protect Yourself Using These 6 Expert Tips.
As holiday sales peak, so do scams targeting businesses, making vigilance crucial for a secure season. Learn how to guard against evolving threats — from AI-driven fraud to holiday-specific risks — with effective strategies and tools to protect your bottom line.
By Randy Sadler
Building a Business
How to Solve the $800 Million Problem That’s Stopping Small Businesses From Expanding Overseas
Small businesses looking to expand internationally face significant challenges — from financial management to supply chain complexities. But there are solutions.
By June Yuan
Building a Business
Why Your Small Business Growth Stalled — And How to Kickstart It Again
It's possible to scale sustainably even in uncertain times.
Business News
How Cardholder Misconduct is Driving Up Costs for Consumers and Leading to Poorer Customer Experience
New data suggests that cardholder misconduct is on the rise, and it's worrying for both merchants and consumers.
By Monica Eaton
Business Accounting
Customers Have a Favorite Payment Method — But 30% of Businesses Don’t Accept It. Are You Driving Business Away?
This article examines the surprising gap between what consumers want in payment options and what small businesses currently offer. It also provides strategies for small business owners looking to adapt to these preferences and enhance customer loyalty.
By Ben Richmond
Business News
Want to Start a Small Business? Here Are the Best States to Try (and the Ones to Avoid).
Plus, here's how many businesses closed in your state last year.
By Sherin Shibu
Tech
Leveraging Top AI Tools, This Firm Provides SMB Clients with Corporate-Level Services
CLA's commitment to integrating artificial intelligence into its service offerings empowers smaller companies to overcome traditional barriers and embodies the firm's mission to serve its clients, people, and communities.
Business News
1 in 5 Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Could Be Out of Cash By Christmas, According to a New Report
Small businesses employ over 60 million people.
By Sherin Shibu
Building a Business
Here’s How the Founder of PopUp Bagels Turned a Backyard Baking Project Into a Viral Sensation
PopUp Bagels founder Adam Goldberg propelled his business forward by leveraging smart operations and even smarter partnerships along the way.
Entrepreneurs
U.S. Diners Are Feeding the $1 Trillion Restaurant Industry Like Never Before. Here’s Why — and What They’re Hungry for, According to Resy’s CEO.
The average household spends $2,375 a year on dining and takeout purchases.
By Amanda Breen
Building a Business
This Miami Business Took a Bold Risk By Offering a New Type of Service — Here’s How It Paid Off
Though it started as a fine-dining restaurant and art gallery concept, R House pivoted to offer something new – and it earned the establishment loyal fans.
Building a Business
3 Steps You Can’t Miss When Growing Your Business
There are many missteps you can take when growing your business, but there are also important steps you need to take. Don't miss one.
Building a Business
She Was Unhappy in Her Job as a Lawyer, So She Started a Business Serving a Comfort Food Staple — And Made Millions
Erin Wade transformed from a dissatisfied attorney to a celebrated chef, author and entrepreneur.
Building a Business
How This Software Company Is Simplifying Complex But Critical Processes for Small Businesses
Gusto CEO Josh Reeves shares his commitment to small businesses and growth lessons that any business can use.
Building a Business
These Founders Had an ‘Icky Feeling’ as Their Startup Soared to a $12 Billion Valuation. Now They’re Getting Raw and Honest About What Went Wrong.
Faire is a platform for small businesses, but it grew big the wrong way — almost becoming a $12 billion wreck. Here's how it fixed the problem, and why you should think twice before skyrocketing.
By Liz Brody
Building a Business
We Made a List of America’s 150 Favorite Mom & Pop Shops®. Did Your Local Gem Make the Cut?
With Foursquare, we chose 150 small, independent businesses that epitomize main street America, bringing people together and making their communities more vibrant.
Building a Business
Looking for Inspiration? Visit One of America’s 15 Favorite Local Art Businesses
Across the country, these mom & pop museums, galleries and studios highlight the creativity and history in their communities.