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August 20, 2026

Q4 Starts Now, Why August Is the Most Important Month for Small Business Holiday Planning

The businesses that come out ahead in Q4 are not the ones that started planning in October. They are the ones that started in August. Here is why this month is the single most important planning window of the year and what to do before it closes.

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August 13, 2026

Back to School Is an $85 Billion Opportunity: Here Is How Small Businesses Can Get a Piece of It

Back to school spending is forecast to hit $85 billion in 2026 and families are spending more per child than ever before. Here is how small businesses across every industry can position themselves to capture their share of the second biggest retail moment of the year.

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August 6, 2026

The Silver Tsunami Is Here: What the Biggest Business Transfer in American History Means for You

More than half of U.S. small business owners are over 55. Six million businesses will change hands by 2035. Whether you are thinking about buying, selling, or simply staying ahead, the Silver Tsunami is already reshaping the small business landscape and here is what it means for you.

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Business News
July 30, 2026

What the World Cup Actually Delivered for Small Businesses, And the Lesson Behind the Hype

FIFA promised an $80 billion economic boom. The final numbers came in at roughly half that. Here is what the 2026 World Cup actually delivered for small businesses, what got overhyped, and the lesson that applies to every business owner regardless of whether they were in a host city.

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July 23, 2026

Small Business Owners Are More Optimistic Than the Headlines Suggest, Here Is What the Data Actually Shows

The headlines say one thing. Small business owners are feeling something different. New data released this week shows rising revenue expectations and hiring optimism, here is what it actually means and how to position your business to take advantage of it.

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Business News
July 16, 2026

What the SBA Loan Limit Increase Actually Means, And Why Most Small Business Owners Will Still Look Elsewhere

The SBA just increased its loan limits to $10 million, and the headlines make it sound like a game changer for small business owners. Here is what it actually means, who it helps, and why most established businesses will still find a faster, more flexible answer elsewhere.

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Business News
April 18, 2024

Women Entrepreneurs: Shaping Success Against the Odds

Celebrate the success and resilience of female business leaders, explore strategies to overcome industry challenges, and inspire future generations with stories of innovation and determination. Join us in honoring their contributions to diverse industries and the crucial role of mentorship in fostering their achievements.

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Business Insights
June 22, 2023

The Importance of Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses

Social media marketing is a crucial aspect for small businesses to be successful in the modern online landscape.

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Business News
January 5, 2022

SBA Ends COVID Lending Program Despite Omicron Surge. Where Can Small Businesses Turn?

When the clock struck midnight on December 31 it marked not only the end of 2021 but also tolled the bell for the Small Business Administration’s COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (COVID EIDL).

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