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The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its “Small Business Legislative Priorities for 2026,” outlining key policies it wants Congress to act on...

START A BUSINESS

How to build a personal brand as an introverted entrepreneur

ASBN Newsroom - January 19, 2026 0

Personal branding is often framed as an activity best suited for confident extroverts. Much of the conventional advice emphasizes constant posting, frequent networking, and...

MANAGE A BUSINESS

NFIB urges Congress to advance Credit Card Competition Act to aid small businesses

Jaelyn Campbell - January 28, 2026 0

The National Federation of Independent Business (NIFB) is urging Congress to pass the Credit Card Competition Act, arguing that rising credit card swipe fees...

FUND YOUR BUSINESS

The hidden costs draining vehicle-dependent businesses and how to take control

Alex McIl - January 20, 2026 0

For many small businesses, keeping expenses under control means watching the obvious numbers, fuel prices, insurance premiums, payroll. These are the costs that appear...

Marketing & Social Media

YouTube expands Demand Gen to boost big-screen shopping

Jasmine Kiniklis - February 2, 2026 0

Consumers are twice as likely to use YouTube as other social media platforms to research products and brands, according to Google research. At the...

Growth Strategies

Warehouse technology that helps small businesses keep inventory on track

April Miller - January 30, 2026 0

When inventory is tracked in spreadsheets, on clipboards or by memory, accuracy is compromised. A single receiving mistake can ripple into oversells and cash...

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

August retail sales exceed expectations amid rising prices

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...