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Farooq Kathwari shares secrets to Ethan Allen’s enduring success

The Small Business Show Jaelyn Campbell - September 17, 2025 0

As small business owners continue to navigate a rapidly evolving marketplace, hearing from leaders who have built and sustained success over time can offer...

Tia Graham on cultivating entrepreneurial success through the power of mindset

The Small Business Show Jaelyn Campbell - September 15, 2025 0

In this episode of The Small Business Show, we delve into the crucial role mindset plays in entrepreneurship. Tia Graham, the founder of Arrive...

Lawyer Andrea Sager addresses why legal protection is the foundation of small business success

The Small Business Show Jaelyn Campbell - September 12, 2025 0

While many small business owners feel that legal protection is costly or intimidating, it doesn't have to be. With the right guidance, it can...

August retail sales exceed expectations amid rising prices

Customer Experience Jaelyn Campbell - September 17, 2025 0

U.S. retail sales increased more than expected in August, fueled primarily by back-to-school shopping, even as rising prices and a weakening job market signal...

US, China strike framework deal on TikTok ownership

Social Media Jasmine Daniel - September 15, 2025 0

President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Monday that the United States and China have reached a framework agreement on TikTok's ownership...

Intuit and Clair partner to deliver on-demand pay, helping companies attract and retain employees while giving employees financial peace of mind

Finance ASBN Newsroom - September 15, 2025 0

Intuit, the global financial technology platform that makes Intuit TurboTax, Credit Karma, QuickBooks, and Mailchimp, announced the availability of Clair On-Demand Pay as part of Intuit Enterprise Suite...

FiftyFlowers founder Liza Roeser reflects on disruptions, grit, and growing a floral empire

The Female Founder Bridget Fitzpatrick - July 11, 2025 0

Strategic branding is the key to growing your business — Sasha Strauss | Innovation Protocol

The Roadmap ASBN Newsroom - July 30, 2025 0

SBA leaders outline disaster recovery and small business support

SBA Update Jaelyn Campbell - August 29, 2025 0

One Big Beautiful Bill Act opens new growth opportunities for small businesses

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Update ASBN Newsroom - August 25, 2025 0

START

U.S. job growth steady but slowing as small businesses struggle to hire

ASBN Newsroom - August 4, 2025

U.S. Bank launches free education hub for small businesses

GOP bill seeks to protect small business’ free speech

New ruling lowers barriers for small business lawsuits against federal agencies

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MANAGE

Creating a wellness-inspired workspace: Designing an office that promotes health and productivity

Brandi Marcene - September 3, 2025

Quiet cracking hits 54% of U.S. workers, threatening small business productivity

Shep Hyken on AI, customer experience, and the power of reviews

How thoughtful leadership drives meaningful growth – Randy Hain | Serviam Partners

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FUND

New platform gives small business owners real-time control over payments

ASBN Newsroom - September 8, 2025

SBA launches new loan program to boost small manufacturers

Square launches grant program to support local businesses

Comcast to award 500 small business grant packages across five U.S. regions

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MARKET

Salesforce acquires Bluebirds to boost AI-driven sales prospecting

Jasmine Daniel - August 6, 2025

PayPal launches all-in-one commerce platform to power small business growth

TikTok powers U.S. job growth, supporting 28 million workers

Trump revives TikTok temporarily to negotiate a new deal

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SCALE

Small businesses embrace AI to boost growth, not cut jobs

ASBN Newsroom - August 8, 2025

SBA, Labor Department sign MOU to strengthen U.S. manufacturing workforce

US adds 147K jobs in June, easing slowdown fears

Intuit unveils AI agents to automate business tasks and boost growth

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NEWS

Small business optimism hits its seventh-month high as sales outlook improves

ASBN Newsroom - September 10, 2025

Consumer confidence slips in August as job market, tariffs, and inflation weigh on outlook

Powell hints at rate cuts as Fed balances inflation and job market

SBA 2026 National Small Business Week awards open for nominations

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