I Didn’t Think I Could Purchase A Company
This story begins with a routine call to help a colleague with a few questions about advertising. We were discussing her business and she mentioned her hope to retire in the near future. Fast forward to the next morning when I was walking our dogs with my husband. I was sharing the conversation with him when he responded with “Why don’t YOU buy her publishing company?”
Honestly, the thought hadn’t crossed my mind and looking back, I am disappointed for the reasons why. In sharing what I learned from my lesson, I thought I could help other female business owners!…
Readout of Roundtable on Capital Access for Small Businesses
Yesterday, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) Isabel Guzmán, the Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo, American Rescue Plan Coordinator Gene Sperling, and Deputy Director of the National Economic Council Bharat Ramamurti were joined by US Senator John Hickenlooper (D -CO) and small business leaders, advocates, and mission lenders with particular expertise in reaching minority small businesses to discuss the Biden-Harris Administration’s small business agenda to expand capital access, including newly proposed rules from the SBA and historic investments by the Treasury Department in CDFIs. The group includes non-profit mission lender groups, Community Development Financial Institutions (CFIs),…
Readout of Roundtable on Capital Access for Small Businesses
Yesterday, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) Isabel Guzmán, the Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo, American Rescue Plan Coordinator Gene Sperling, and Deputy Director of the National Economic Council Bharat Ramamurti were joined by US Senator John Hickenlooper (D -CO) and small business leaders, advocates, and mission lenders with particular expertise in reaching minority small businesses to discuss the Biden-Harris Administration’s small business agenda to expand capital access, including newly proposed rules from the SBA and historic investments by the Treasury Department in CDFIs. The group includes non-profit mission lender groups, Community Development Financial Institutions (CFIs),…
Dupes offer cheap fashion to Canadians, but small businesses say they’re paying the price
The Current15:57Dupe culture: Why Gen Z is embracing fakes
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Cash-strapped Canadians are on the hunt for “dupes” online, and influencers like Danielle Shaw are showing them just where to find them.
Shaw posts all kinds of money-saving tips to her TikTok account, @canadiandealfinder, and realizes her viewers are particularly interested in products that look and feel like big-name brand items at a fraction of the cost.
“People just started asking like, ‘Hey, where did you get that? It looks like Lululemon.’ And I’m like, ‘Actually, I found it on Amazon Canada. And instead of paying $100, I…
Home Office Harmony: Balancing Comfort and Efficiency in Your Workspace
Home Office Harmony: Balancing Comfort and Efficiency in Your Workspace
In the era of remote work, the value of a well-planned and efficient home office can never be overstated. Striking the right balance between comfort and productivity is crucial to fostering a space where ideas flourish, and work feels less like a chore and more like an energizing pursuit. This article explores how to create a harmonious home office, focusing on key components such as understanding your individual work needs, selecting suitable furniture, employing essential technology, managing distractions, maintaining sustainability, and preventing burnout. With the right guidance, you can transform…
Walmart Adds More Time-Saving Benefits For Small Businesses
Cell Phone with Walmart Business app
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Six months ago, Walmart
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introduced a special program for small businesses and non-profit organizations designed to make it easier to shop for their needs at Walmart. It is called Walmart Business. Today the company reveals a new app with more benefits for small businesses. Walmart Business is aimed at helping all small and medium businesses, not limited to retailers. It makes his/her life easier and hassle-free with new fast delivery and pick-up options.
Walmart also unveiled several services that respondents in a survey commissioned by Walmart Business and conducted by…
How to Keep Your WordPress Site Running Smoothly
While WordPress is a powerful and flexible platform, it’s important to keep your website running smoothly to ensure your visitors have a positive experience. Here are some tips on how to do just that.
Keep Your WordPress Version Up to Date
Making sure your WordPress version is up to date is one of the most critical measures you can take to keep your website running smoothly. WordPress releases regular updates, which include security patches and bug fixes. By keeping your WordPress version current, you ensure that your site is immune to security vulnerabilities and that it’s running the latest software…
Mark Cuban Urges Small Businesses to Learn About AI to Survive
Tech billionaire Mark Cuban urged companies of all sizes to learn about AI.
“There [are] two types of companies in the world: Those who are great at AI and everybody else,” Cuban said.
The Dallas Mavericks owner said enterprises should explore using AI in their daily operations.
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Tech billionaire Mark Cuban urged businesses of all sizes to learn about artificial intelligence to avoid getting left behind.
“I don’t care how big you are or how small…
