Business News
From Tattoo Parlors to Coffee Shops, a National Celebration of Small Businesses
National Small Business Week runs from May 12 to 16 this year, with events being held in cities from San Francisco to Washington.
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Online Presence
Twitter’s Jack Dorsey on How Entrepreneurs Should Use Twitter
As part of National Small Business Week, Dorsey will join SBA Chief Karen Mills for a discussion of best practices.
Building a Business
Fran Tarkenton on Winning as a Self-Taught Entrepreneur
The football-pro and serial entrepreneur will speak in Washington, D.C., at National Small Business Week. Here he reflects on what he learned along his entrepreneurial journey.
Human Resources
SBA Roadshow for Small Business Week’s 50-Year Anniversary
The U.S. Small Business Administration is holding events across the U.S. next week highlighting the contributions entrepreneurs and small-business owners.
Building a Business
Eyeing a HUBZone? Hold Onto That Status
When it comes to landing federal procurement contracts, getting certified under various set-aside programs can improve your chances. But a HUBZone status can easily slip away as an area changes.
By Diana Ransom
Business Accounting
SBA Seeks to Boost Small-Dollar Loans With New Push
The SBA is looking to increase the number of smaller loans in underserved communities with a new push.
Business Accounting
Business Owners Take SBA Chief to Task
At a town hall at National Small Business Week, some entrepreneurs complain to Karen Mills about access to credit and high health insurance costs.
Building a Business
How the ‘Little Guy’ Can Partner With Big Companies
If you're a little guy, there are plenty of ways to partner with a much larger company. Here are seven.
Business Accounting
Gaps Persist Amid Small-Business Lending Comeback
In 2011, SBA lending hit a record level. SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills explains why.
Building a Business
10 Little Known Social Media Tools You Should Be Using — Now
Want to take your social media campaigns to the next level? These tools can help you get there.
By Neil Patel
Online Presence
Five Social Media Mistakes Your Startup Must Avoid
Advice for steering your business clear of the most common blunders that can kill your entire marketing strategy.
By Neil Patel
Building a Business
How They Became Small-Business Champions
Of the 27 million small businesses in the U.S. a mere fraction of them can call themselves a Small Business Champion. Here's how they did it.
By Diana Ransom
Building a Business
Big Businesses Horn In On Small Business Week
To support their small-business customers, big businesses are offering freebies and discounts this week. Here's a small sampling of notable promotions.
By Diana Ransom
Marketing
Five Tips for Getting Started in Exporting
Between connecting with foreign buyers and wading through complicated tariffs, exporting can be tough. Here's how to ease the process.
By Diana Ransom
Marketing
Three Ways to Celebrate National Small Business Week
Outside of attending the big hoedown in the Capitol, here are three ways to get the most out of National Small Business Week.
By Carol Tice