Small business optimism rises in July despite labor and inflation challenges
Small business optimism rose in July, with owners planning expansions, but labor shortages and inflation remain key concerns.| ASBN Small Business Network
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Small business optimism rose in July, with owners planning expansions, but labor shortages and inflation remain key concerns.| ASBN Small Business Network
According to Bank of America Institute’s latest report, small businesses show mixed signals on inventory investment, hiring, and spending.| ASBN Small Business Network
Brent Blackwell of 2B-Q shares how mentorship, grants, and opportunity helped him turn a viral moment into a thriving mobile business| ASBN Small Business Network
On Friday, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indicated the possibility of interest rate cuts in the coming months.| ASBN Small Business Network
Oftentimes, your most loyal customers are the ones who have had problems in the past. On today’s episode of The Small Business Show, Shep Hyken, customer service and experience expert, New York Times and Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author, joins us to discuss the importance of recovery in customer service and how to do […]| ASBN Small Business Network
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on September 1 launched its first-ever loan program specifically aimed at supporting America’s small manufacturers, which account for 98% of all U.S. manufacturing firms. The 7(a) Manufacturer’s Access to Revolving Credit (MARC) Loan Program offers flexible working capital for manufacturers with minimal red tape. Under the MARC program, small […]| ASBN Small Business Network
Entrepreneurs may be sitting on untapped goldmines without realizing it. Business strategist Jay Abraham, founder and CEO of The Abraham Group, says the fastest path to new revenue often comes from monetizing what you already know. On the latest episode of The Ultimate Entrepreneur, Abraham shares how business owners can turn skills, systems, and underutilized […]| ASBN Small Business Network
Let’s admit the concept of a wellness-inspired workspace is gaining prominence. It is especially true in contemporary work, where hours blend seamlessly into digital interfaces. In its recent survey, Statists found that more than 75 percent of employees consider workplace wellness and design a way to improve their productivity. It shows that aesthetics and functionality […]| ASBN Small Business Network
On today’s episode of The Small Business Show, we’re joined by Carl Murawski, a licensed electrician and former mechanic who has transformed his hands-on trade expertise into a thriving social media presence and entrepreneurial platform. Murawski explains how he used his experience to educate, inspire, and connect with a growing audience while maintaining his full-time […]| ASBN Small Business Network
On August 22, Square launched the Cornerstone Grant Program, providing local businesses with $10,000 grants, mentorship, and professional support to help them grow and thrive. Although applications are already open, winners will be announced in November. Recipients will receive accounting support from certified public accountants, financial therapy sessions, business technical assistance from the Northwest Mountain […]| ASBN Small Business Network
On today’s episode of the SBA Update, we’re joined by leaders from the U.S. Small Business Administration to outline how their agency helps small businesses, homeowners, and renters recover from disasters, emphasizing the importance of preparation, funding, and long-term community resilience. Tyler Teresa, Southeast Regional Administrator, and Chris Stallings, Associate Administrator for the Office of […]| ASBN Small Business Network
A new workplace phenomenon called “quiet cracking” is quietly affecting more than half of U.S. employees, according to a TalentLMS survey of 1,000 workers. Unlike burnout, which stems from chronic stress and exhaustion, quiet cracking involves persistent feelings of unhappiness at work that may lead to disengagement, lower performance, and a desire to quit. The […]| ASBN Small Business Network
U.S. consumer confidence dipped in August as concerns over the labor market, high prices, and tariffs continued to shape Americans’ economic outlook The Conference Board reported Tuesday that its consumer confidence index fell to 97.4 in August, down from 98.7 in July. While the decline was modest and aligned with economists’ expectations, the index has […]| ASBN Small Business Network
Jay Abraham shares strategies for businesses to grow, create value, and thrive during economic slowdowns.| ASBN Small Business Network
As small business owners, we often focus on refining our offerings and operations, but what we might overlook is our most important asset.| ASBN Small Business Network
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The Department of Treasury has scrapped a rule for small businesses to report ownership details to the federal government.| ASBN Small Business Network
Walmart has unveiled Grow with US, an initiative designed to help American SMBs navigate the complexities of becoming a retail supplier| ASBN Small Business Network
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The SBA unveiled the Made in America Manufacturing Initiative, a sweeping effort to reduce regulatory burdens and expand financing options.| ASBN Small Business Network
National Small Business Week (NSBW) began May 4 and runs through May 10, with the U.S. SBA leading the celebration.| ASBN Small Business Network
Bill Harper, CEO and Chief Creative Officer, of BrandBossHQ, shares branding tips for navigating tariffs and economic uncertainty.| ASBN Small Business Network
U.S. inflation slowed in March, with consumer prices rising by just 2.4% from the previous year, down from 2.8% in February.| ASBN Small Business Network
American employers added 177,000 jobs in April, exceeding expectations and signaling continued labor market strength.| ASBN Small Business Network
Small businesses miss potential clients by not meeting the convenience expectations of Gen Z and Millennials, according to GoDaddy polls| ASBN Small Business Network
Consumers and entrepreneurs differed on the economy in separate monthly reports but agreed that inflation remains a challenge.| ASBN Small Business Network
The Small Business Administration has launched a new campaign to drive more holiday shopping traffic to local brands.| ASBN Small Business Network
The IRS is rejecting more than 20,000 applicants for the employee retention credit or ERC after a surge of fraudulent claims in mid-2023.| ASBN Small Business Network
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President Donald Trump renewed his attacks on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, calling for immediate interest rate cuts.| ASBN Small Business Network
The practice of branding is a rich and powerful area to strengthen not just marketing but the overall performance of your business.| ASBN Small Business Network
Joining us on the latest episode of The Small Business Show is Melinda Emerson, to share a few strategies for getting follow-ups right.| ASBN Small Business Network
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U.S. job growth remained steady in June, with 147,000 new positions added, above this year’s monthly average but below last year’s pace.| ASBN Small Business Network
George Deeb breaks down how startup founders should fairly split equity based on idea, cash, role, and risk.| ASBN Small Business Network
One important concept in the business world is the sales funnel. This is what business people use as a reference for lead generation and sales closure.| ASBN Small Business Network
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has released a new Small Business Guide to the New Tax Law to help entrepreneurs navigate recent provisions.| ASBN Small Business Network
Scout Boats CEO Steve Potts shares how passion, persistence, and family turned a $50K startup into a $100M business.| ASBN Small Business Network
Matt Easton explains why asking questions and building trust beats pressure tactics in today’s skeptical sales environment.| ASBN Small Business Network
The Labor Department reported that U.S. inflation remained stable in July, with consumer prices rising by 2.7% compared to last year| ASBN Small Business Network
Salesforce acquires Bluebirds to boost AI-driven prospecting and help sales teams close more deals efficiently.| ASBN Small Business Network
On today's episode of The Small Business Show, Isaac Mashman, founder of Mashman Consulting Group, shares his expertise on personal branding| ASBN Small Business Network
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index dropped in March, falling just below the historical 51-year average of 98.| ASBN Small Business Network
iBusiness Funding has expanded its partnership with Intuit to offer SBA loan options through the QuickBooks Capital Marketplace.| ASBN Small Business Network
The Fed held its benchmark short-term interest rate unchanged Wednesday for the fifth time this year, maintaining the rate near 4.3%.| ASBN Small Business Network
Sasha Strauss shares how intentional branding drives business growth, nonprofit impact, and leadership lessons for entrepreneurs.| ASBN Small Business Network
U.S. Bank has introduced a new online platform to offer free financial education and business tools for small businesses.| ASBN Small Business Network
Most U.S. small businesses entered 2025 bracing for a slowdown, but new survey data shows many are outperforming expectations.| ASBN Small Business Network
Michael Podolsky shares how small businesses can turn online complaints into opportunities to improve and build customer trust.| ASBN Small Business Network
With coverage and tax deductions on many different policies and expenses, safeguarding your business becomes more accessible and efficient.| ASBN Small Business Network
On today's The Small Business Show, strategist Meridith Elliott Powell offers a practical roadmap for leading through uncertainty.| ASBN Small Business Network
The SBA has announced an immediate moratorium on the expansion of the SBLC program, citing concerns over financial oversight.| ASBN Small Business Network
U.S. consumer confidence falls to lowest since 2011 as recession fears, inflation, tariffs, and job concerns weigh on outlook.| ASBN Small Business Network
Discover expert insights on SEO strategies for small businesses. Learn from Zen Media's CEO, Shama Hyder, in this informative interview.| ASBN Small Business Network
Whether it’s an online review or a strong testimonial, potential clients will give a lot of weight to what your customers say about you.| ASBN Small Business Network
Today on ASBN, we welcome Skip Blankley, Marketing Director for Juxt Media, to discuss SEO and pay-per-click strategies for small businesses.| ASBN Small Business Network
Today on ASBN, we discuss how to conduct an SEO audit, which can give you an immediate insight into any issues with your website's ranking.| ASBN Small Business Network
Darren Tessitor, CEO of Thrive Management, shares his best tips to improve your small business's SEO strategy.| ASBN Small Business Network
Alvin and Calvin Waters break down how their background in culture, creativity, and hustle prepared them for business ownership.| ASBN Small Business Network
House GOP bill aims to raise the QBI deduction to 23% and make it permanent, offering bigger tax breaks for small business owners.| ASBN Small Business Network
Mastercard has unveiled its Small Business Navigator, a new digital platform designed to help U.S. small business owners grow.| ASBN Small Business Network
U.S. consumer confidence rebounded sharply in May as President Trump’s temporary tariff pause and trade negotiations eased some uncertainty.| ASBN Small Business Network
Dr. Chad Levitt, founder and Chief Medical Officer of ONCARE MD, is bridging the gap between clinical treatment and real-world understanding| ASBN Small Business Network
On today's The Small Business Show, George Deeb joins to dissect one costly mistakes small business can make: hiring the wrong salesperson| ASBN Small Business Network
Once again, we are joined by Ben Cash, Senior Product Manager at Q2 Holdings, on the latest episode of The Small Business Show.| ASBN Small Business Network
SBA launches $1.1M grant to support small U.S. manufacturers with training, consulting and technical assistance.| ASBN Small Business Network
The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady despite pressure from Trump and uncertainty over new tariff impacts.| ASBN Small Business Network
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The Federal Reserve has decided to hold interest rates steady for the third time, while announcing plans to cut rates in 2024.| ASBN Small Business Network
A recent report suggests that TikTok Shop plans to significantly increase its fees to improve its e-commerce operations' profitability.| ASBN Small Business Network
Small businesses contributed roughly 45% of all job gains in December as the labor market continued to protect the economy from recession.| ASBN Small Business Network
Small business owners felt confident entering the holiday season in spite of economic difficulties including interest rates and credit access.| ASBN Small Business Network
EBay has launched an innovative tool that uses advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to simplify social media sharing for its merchants.| ASBN Small Business Network
The SMB Growth Monitor Report by PYMNTS surveyed 525 SMBs and highlighted the growing interest in community banks and credit unions.| ASBN Small Business Network
On this episode of The Roadmap with Lee Heisman, we dive into the inspiring journey of Dr. Chidi Uche, founder of Jacksonville Total Care| ASBN Small Business Network
Cybersecurity provider Norton has launched Norton Small Business, a platform aimed at protecting entrepreneurs and startups from data theft.| ASBN Small Business Network
Small business owners faced a record-breaking number of cyberattacks in 2023 but continued to report high levels of confidence in their ability to defend themselves against scammers, hackers and other bad actors. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center’s (ITRC) recently published Business Impact Report, 73% of 551 surveyed small business owners encountered a cyberattack […]| ASBN Small Business Network
Microsoft Copilot is now availalbe to small business owners through their organization's Microsoft 365 account.| ASBN Small Business Network
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has revealed its list of co-sponsors and the schedule for its free Virtual Summit, set to start today.| ASBN Small Business Network
The U.S. Army introduces the NCODE program to help small businesses in meeting cybersecurity standards for defense contracts starting in 2025| ASBN Small Business Network
Small business optimism on the rise despite lingering inflation concerns– Tom Sullivan| ASBN Small Business Network
On September 5, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and CO—, its award-winning digital platform for small businesses, announced the CO—100, a list celebrating America’s top 100 small businesses. The CO—100, presented by T-Mobile for Business, honors various businesses, from microbreweries and aerospace suppliers to healthcare startups and fisheries, showcasing the exceptional talent and innovation within the […]| ASBN Small Business Network
The NFIB survey shows an overall Optimism Index of 93.7, reflecting a modest uptick in confidence despite ongoing challenges.| ASBN Small Business Network
Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled an ambitious plan to bolster small businesses by expanding the tax deduction for new startups| ASBN Small Business Network
Politics have taken center stage, and from a branding perspective, we’ve seen a few strategic changes on both sides. Bill Harper joins us| ASBN Small Business Network
In today’s episode of The Roadmap, Starr Douglas offers a tech-driven solution to one of the hospitality industry's biggest challenges:| ASBN Small Business Network
The NFIB has endorsed legislation mandating federal agencies to thoroughly assess the economic implications of their regulations.| ASBN Small Business Network
Being a new business owner means you may get so much unsolicited advice from ‘experienced’ business owners who know the ins and outs| ASBN Small Business Network
Dr. Joni Collins on 1228 Wellness: pioneering personalized medicine and holistic healing for all| ASBN Small Business Network
The adoption of AI technology in the business world is heavily influenced by generational lines, as revealed in a recent survey by Amex.| ASBN Small Business Network
On this episode of The Roadmap, we explore the world of weddings and events with Lauren Hines, CEO and founder of Hinesmark Affairs.| ASBN Small Business Network
Today's episode of The Roadmap we delve into a critical topic that's on every business owner's mind: cybersecurity with Christian Hyatt.| ASBN Small Business Network
The Small Business Show, airing daily on ASBN.com features interviews with successful and start-up entrepreneurs around the country.| ASBN Small Business Network
A major global IT outage caused by a faulty software update wreaked havoc on businesses worldwide, especially small enterprises.| ASBN Small Business Network
PayPal has defied global consumer spending concerns by reporting robust Q2 2024 earnings and raising its revenue forecasts.| ASBN Small Business Network
The SBA inaugurated a new business training program for military spouses, which supports the most recent White House Executive Order 1410.| ASBN Small Business Network
