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Starting a business is one of the most exciting things you’ll ever do. If you’re successful, you could set yourself up for life. But when you tell people about your plans, you’ll get a wide range of tips, not all of which work very well. People love to give business advice, even if they have…

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Entrepreneurs come from all kinds of backgrounds, and many of them aren’t born into a family of business owners. This can make it hard to find the support they need and to get inspiration from others in the community. If you don’t have any in-person role models, you can seek out the best entrepreneur podcasts…

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Home builders’ sentiment shows little optimism about the anticipated traffic from prospective new home buyers for the next six months. In fact, their confidence level in their business is at its lowest in 8 years.According to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, only 31% of new home builders feel confident about…

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If you buy something through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.If you work outdoors or in a cold environment, base layer clothing items can help keep you warm. A good base layer insulates without adding bulk, can wick away sweat, and fit the way you want.There are a lot…

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If you buy something through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.With growing cyberattacks on small businesses, it has become imperative for you to get prepared to tackle any unforeseen security incident. And cybersecurity training is the best way to do so. In this article, we will explore various options…

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This week I’m headed off to Dreamforce, Salesforce’s huge annual user conference, for the first time in three years.  Before the pandemic shut everything down, 170,000 people attended Dreamforce in 2019.  And while the conference took a few baby steps the last couple of years with very limited amounts of people attending the event in…

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Kickstarter is a way to fund a creative project. Its mission is to bring these types of campaigns to life, and create a project with a funding goal and project deadline. Then Kickstarter backers can pledge cash.Basically, this is a crowdfunding platform for entrepreneurs looking for alternative funding. You’ll need to follow some steps and…

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The House Committee on Small Business Subcommittee on Underserved, Agricultural, and Rural Business Development held a hybrid hearing on “Right to Repair and What it Means for Entrepreneurs” on Wednesday.The committee chaired by Jared Golden (D-ME) looked to see on whether Congress should limit the restrictions that manufacturers are allowed to place on their software,…

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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has joined forces with Operation HOPE to promote the recently signed Strategic Alliance Memorandum (SAM).SBA Partners with Operation HOPE to Promote Entrepreneurship in Underserved CommunitiesSAM aims to encourage the development of entrepreneurial potential within the Black community, with Operation HOPE being the nation’s largest non-profit dedicated to financial empowerment…

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Are you interested in owning your own Chick-fil-A franchise? If so, you’re likely wondering about the ownership process and what’s involved.In this blog post, we’ll answer some of the most commonly asked questions about Chick-fil-A franchising. We’ll also provide a few tips to help you determine if owning a Chick-fil-A is the right choice for you.So,…

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If you buy something through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.Christmas is quickly approaching, and that means it’s time to start thinking about your business’ Christmas crafts before they run out. We’ve got you covered whether you’re looking for ornaments, wrapping paper, or anything else, with some of the…

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The Department of Justice recently announced three new Strike Force teams to combat and prevent fraud associated with Covid-19 relief funds.DOJ Creates Strike Force Teams to Investigate PPP Loan, EIDL Loan FraudSince their implementation, both organized and opportunist criminals have repeatedly attempted to defraud the Paycheck Protection Program, Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, and the…

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The average retail price for a gallon of gas has reached $3.677 falling by just a little over three cents in the past week, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). Across the nation, gas prices fluctuated from as high as $5.447 to a low of $ 3.103. Over the past weeks, gas prices have…

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If you are like most people, the idea of opening your own business is both exciting and a little daunting. The medical industry is likely to experience continued growth in the coming years.This means that investing in a medical franchise such as medical staffing or medical billing could be a sound decision for anyone looking…

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I have always wondered if formal college and graduate school education were worth the price that an individual must pay especially at such an early stage in their career. The investment is oversized with the only bigger cost in life being buying a home.My next guest on The Small Business Radio Show says that anyone…

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