Category: Small Business

The Major Benefits of Social Media for Small Business Owners

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Small business owners know the only constant in life is change. Technology has evolved with the times, changing business practices and even what it means to be an entrepreneur. When it comes to selling products or services, it’s hard to turn a blind eye to the benefits of online platforms like social media. While beginners might be intimidated by the algorithms and formulas of Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook at first, learning to harness the power of your digital presence can lead to long-term success.

Crystal Vilkaitis, owner of social media strategy company

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How Thinking Small Will Grow Your Small Business

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Many small-business owners are taught to think big. How quickly can they scale the business? How soon can they start hiring employees? When can they expand to more locations?

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Before you start daydreaming about an overnight success narrative involving a massive global footprint, pause and focus on this moment. Entrepreneurs, and lean and bootstrapped small businesses, are advised to think small and reap the benefits that come with adopting this mindset.

Here’s how thinking small will

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Carnivore for Weight Loss – Maria Mind Body Health

My Carnivore for Weight Loss book is FINALLY here!

The past 3 years I’ve been working on my latest book Carnivore for Weight Loss. I believe it’s the best book I’ve written so far!

Craig and I worked late into the night to get this out before we left for my Keto/Carnivore Retreat! And it is amazing! It is truly the easiest and best weight loss and healing book we have ever created.

If you like me and prefer to have a printed book, feel free to download this Carnivore ebook and print it so you can have it in

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CFIB wants CEBA loan repayment deadline extended as businesses struggle

TORONTO – The Canadian Federation of Independent Business says in a survey of its members, 78 per cent of them reported that taking extra time to repay their Canada Emergency Business Account loans will increase the likelihood of their survival.

The federation says 49 per cent of small businesses are still making below-normal revenues, with those in hospitality, arts and recreation, retail and social services hitting the hardest.

CFIB president Dan Kelly says high interest rates, inflation and labor costs are making it difficult for small businesses to keep their heads above water, let alone make any dent in the

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Small business, big achievement – Austin Daily Herald

Small business, big achievements

Published 6:10 pm Tuesday, May 16, 2023

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US small business optimism deteriorated in April, the NFIB says

WASHINGTON, May 9 (Reuters) – US small business confidence fell in April on worries about the near-term economic outlook and persistent worker shortages, according to a survey released on Tuesday that also indicated inflation was easing.

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) said its Small Business Optimism Index dropped 1.1 points to 89.0 last month. It was the 16th straight month that the index remained below the 49-year average of 98.

The share of owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months fell two points to a net negative 49%. A net negative 19%

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Financial Freedom for Small Business Owners: A New Era of Accounting Solutions

Did you know that over 50% of small businesses failed in the first five years? In most cases, a lack of financial freedom is the main reason these businesses fail. Small business owners face various challenges in managing their finances, from bookkeeping and accounting to tax compliance and cash flow management.

These tasks can be time-consuming, complicated, and sometimes overwhelming, especially for entrepreneurs new to the business world. However, a new era of accounting solutions is changing the game for small business owners. With the help of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and payment processing platformsit’s easier

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Small business optimism dips to a 12-year low in April


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Firms remain pessimistic on the economic outlook

The NFIB Small Business Optimism index fell to 89 in April, the lowest reading since early 2013. For historical context, the headline index bottomed out at 91 in April 2020 during the first months of the pandemic. The index hit a record low of 79.7 in 1980 and fell to 81.6 in 2009 during the Great Recession.

While owners are becoming more pessimistic, April’s report should help allay concerns that credit is becoming completely inaccessible for small businesses.

After jumping in March, the net share of firms reporting

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