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Small business owners face tightening economic conditions as inflation reaches its highest point in years, and consumer confidence continues to fall.
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Americans' financial stress is hovering near record highs, according to a new forecast from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling. The NFCC also reports...
Nick Neonakis explains why franchising remains resilient
Entrepreneurship and franchising continue to attract growing interest from Americans seeking greater control over their income and long-term business opportunities, says Nick Neonakis, Founder...
How targeted testing uncovers hidden profit opportunities
Most small business owners track their numbers, but the details that matter most often get buried in averages. Averages give a sense of the...
How leaders can utilize peer pressure to define high-performing cultures
Dave Anderson, President of LearnToLead, says the most effective business cultures are defined by peer pressure to perform rather than management-driven oversight. During today’s...
SBA, GM to host Supplier Matchmaking Expo in Detroit to strengthen domestic supply chains
On June 5, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in collaboration with General Motors (GM), will host the 2026 Supplier Matchmaking Expo at MotorCity...
The loyal customer base many small businesses overlook
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How Megan Thomas turned her own experience into a sexual harassment law firm
Workplace sexual harassment remains one of the most underreported and mishandled issues in American business. For many employees, knowing where to turn is just...
10 fast-growing franchise opportunities built for today’s entrepreneurs
The U.S. franchise industry continues to expand, creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs seeking a proven path to business ownership.
According to the 2026 Franchise Economic...











