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Small business optimism rose three points to 98.8 in May, slightly above the 51-year average, according to NFIB's May 2025 Small Business Optimism Index...

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GOP bill seeks to protect small business’ free speech

Jaelyn Campbell - July 1, 2025 0

Texas Republican Congressman Roger Williams, Chairman of the House Committee on Small Businesses, has introduced the Protect the First Amendment Act, a bill designed...

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

Jasmine Daniel - March 27, 2025 0

Ratings and reviews play a pivotal role in a consumer’s decision-making process and can often be the deciding factor in whether a customer purchases...

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eBay offers $10K grants to 50 small businesses through 2025 program

ASBN Newsroom - May 12, 2025 0

eBay has launched its 2025 Up & Running Grants program, offering 50 small businesses across the U.S. a $10,000 grant along with tools, mentorship,...

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

ASBN Newsroom - March 12, 2025 0

A new Oxford Economics report reveals that TikTok is driving job creation in the United States, with 7.5 million businesses on the platform supporting...

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US adds 147K jobs in June, easing slowdown fears

ASBN Newsroom - July 4, 2025 0

The U.S. labor market added 147,000 jobs in June, offering a modest but positive sign of resilience amid broader economic headwinds. The Bureau of...

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The secrets small businesses can’t afford to ignore

ASBN Newsroom - December 23, 2024 0

As the new year approaches, small businesses are gearing up for the consumer trends shaping 2025. During the latest installment of the U.S. Chamber...

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