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fromPadailypost
10 hours ago

Bike lanes are reducing parking on El Camino, hitting business hard

"Parking is vital to my survival," Cheethirala said, highlighting the direct impact of the loss of parking on his business viability.
California
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

The Silent Revenue Killer: How a Google Business Suspension Can Cost Small Businesses Thousands

According to industry estimates, around 2% of small businesses with Google profiles face suspension every month. That translates to approximately 100,000 businesses hit by suspension every month.
E-Commerce
#entrepreneurship
Startup companies
fromInc
3 weeks ago

25 Small-Business Ideas You Can Start for Under $1,000 This Weekend

Entrepreneurship is accessible even in tough economic times with minimal startup costs.
Many million-dollar companies began as small operations crafted with creativity and smart planning.
Growth hacking
fromHackernoon
1 month ago

How AI Helps Regular People Build Useful Businesses | HackerNoon

AI empowers individuals to create valuable tools and services without needing substantial resources or formal backgrounds.
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago
Real estate

Why Every Small Business Owner Should Consider Real Estate - Even Without Deep Pockets | Entrepreneur

fromForbes
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

20 Game-Changing AI Tools Every Small Business Leader Needs Now

Startup companies
fromInc
3 weeks ago

25 Small-Business Ideas You Can Start for Under $1,000 This Weekend

Entrepreneurship is accessible even in tough economic times with minimal startup costs.
Many million-dollar companies began as small operations crafted with creativity and smart planning.
Growth hacking
fromHackernoon
1 month ago

How AI Helps Regular People Build Useful Businesses | HackerNoon

AI empowers individuals to create valuable tools and services without needing substantial resources or formal backgrounds.
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago
Real estate

Why Every Small Business Owner Should Consider Real Estate - Even Without Deep Pockets | Entrepreneur

fromForbes
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

20 Game-Changing AI Tools Every Small Business Leader Needs Now

fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Small Business Credit Is Tightening - Here's How to Prepare for What's Ahead | Entrepreneur

According to the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB), the Small Business Optimism Index dropped 2.3 points in January 2025 to 102.8. While still above the long-term average of 98, it's a notable shift.
E-Commerce
#economic-challenges
#e-commerce
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

How the 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Could Affect Small Businesses | Entrepreneur

"I think that's going to have an enormous impact on the growth of businesses in this country. There are certain tax provisions in this bill, investing in capital equipment, spending on research and development, [increasing] the exemption for estate taxes, [and] they've all been made permanent, which means that small businesses can make long-term decisions about investing in their businesses."
US politics
fromVulture
2 days ago

Edwin Lee Gibson Unpacks The Bear's 'Great Articulation of Gentrification'

"Ebrahein's like me in a lot of ways: a nomad, someone who goes toward what they need and what's going to serve them," says Gibson.
Chicago
#challenges
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago
E-Commerce

Marketing Online Can Be Overwhelming For Small Businesses - But It Doesn't Have to Be With These 6 Strategies | Entrepreneur

fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago
E-Commerce

Marketing Online Can Be Overwhelming For Small Businesses - But It Doesn't Have to Be With These 6 Strategies | Entrepreneur

#online-sales
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
Boston real estate

The original Cape Cod bracelet is famously hard to get. Now it's going online-only, ending a longtime tradition.

fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
Boston real estate

The original Cape Cod bracelet is famously hard to get. Now it's going online-only, ending a longtime tradition.

fromThe Mercury News
3 days ago

Furry friends get royal treatment at San Jose pet party

"Being outside in nature with my family members, as well as enjoying creatures and animals, like friends' pets and my own, has all come together to shape my heart, for sure."
Pets
#tariffs
fromBKReader
4 days ago

Suspect Caught on Camera Stealing Thousands From Gravesend Salon

The owner of NZ Beauty Studio in Gravesend reported that someone stole thousands of dollars from her business, prompting police to seek public assistance in identifying the thief.
Brooklyn
#generative-ai
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

You can produce video ads in seconds with Amazon's new AI tool - here's how

Amazon Ads has launched a new Video Generation platform that utilizes generative AI to create advertisements more quickly and affordably.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

You can produce video ads in seconds with Amazon's new AI tool - here's how

Amazon Ads has launched a new Video Generation platform that utilizes generative AI to create advertisements more quickly and affordably.
fromYoga Journal
5 days ago

Why So Many Yoga Studios Are Doing the Hard Sell on Memberships-And How That Could Benefit You

Offering a yoga studio membership equates to financial stability for independently owned studios, which face challenges similar to small businesses with high failure rates.
Yoga
fromBKReader
5 days ago

Bushwick's Queer Co-op is Rethinking What a Business Can Be

When a friend asked for more details on this so-called co-op, Mustafa had to concede she was just kidding. Then the friend replied: 'I wish you weren't.'
Brooklyn
#community
#local-economy
NYC food
fromsilive
3 weeks ago

Iconic Italian pork store in Brooklyn to close after nearly 60 years of business

Bari Pork Store, a Brooklyn icon since 1969, is closing due to financial difficulties, marking the end of an era for the community.
NYC food
fromsilive
3 weeks ago

Iconic Italian pork store in Brooklyn to close after nearly 60 years of business

Bari Pork Store, a Brooklyn icon since 1969, is closing due to financial difficulties, marking the end of an era for the community.
#cannabis
#cannabis-industry
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago

Closest Dispensary Near Catskill Park, Harriman State Park & Allegany State Park | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Silly Nice stands out in the cannabis market due to its commitment to quality, community, and authenticity, gaining recognition as a top brand in New York.
Cannabis
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Small firms raise alarm over Companies House rule change forcing profit disclosure

"Small business owners are deeply concerned at this regulatory expansion. It will force those who don't already use reporting software from big providers to adopt new systems and shoulder the cost and upheaval."
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

How Small UK Businesses Can Use Currency Hedges to Offset Import Risk

When you import goods, raw materials, or components priced in foreign currency, you take on transaction and budget risks.
Cryptocurrency
#efficiency
#artificial-intelligence
fromSFCritic
1 week ago

Protecting Businesses From the Unexpected: A Complete Guide to Business Insurance Coverage - SFCritic

Comprehensive business insurance serves as a fundamental safety net for organizations, helping them to protect their assets, employees, and reputations against unforeseen risks.
Business
#fintech
fromTearsheet
2 weeks ago
Business intelligence

How US Bank is building workflow solutions for SMBs and where its offering needs to go next - Tearsheet

fromTearsheet
2 weeks ago
Business intelligence

How US Bank is building workflow solutions for SMBs and where its offering needs to go next - Tearsheet

fromSFGATE
1 week ago

'A cautionary tale': Family-owned SF businesses told to vacate after 30 years

We live out of this. My brother lives out of this," Riyad told SFGATE, noting that several of his employees are "scared to death of the unknown."
Mission District
fromForbes
1 week ago

AI Is Transforming Retail. Here's How Small Businesses Can Benefit.

"What used to require a dedicated team to pull customer data, build manual segments, and write dozens of message variants can now be done by one person in a few clicks."
Artificial intelligence
#hugo-boss
fromFood52
1 week ago

Meet Petra Wellborn Kaiser, the Ceramicist Behind Sandbox Ceramics

The name Sandbox Ceramics reflects practical moments in Petra’s career, symbolizing her creative journey and the playful nature of her art.
Everyday cooking
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Chainsaw artist honors parents with whimsical birdhouses

After the passing of my parents, I needed a way to cope. Crafting these birdhouses not only honors them but also brings me joy.
NYC startup
fromCreative Bloq
1 week ago

I made a website with this pro builder, and it's actually really easy

Wix Studio uniquely caters to professional designers and developers, blending ease of use with advanced capabilities for an enhanced web design experience.
Web design
#late-payments
#ai
fromTearsheet
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

A tale of two innovations: Square's AI edge for SMBs and Morgan Stanley's code makeover - Tearsheet

fromTearsheet
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

A tale of two innovations: Square's AI edge for SMBs and Morgan Stanley's code makeover - Tearsheet

fromwww.startupcan.ca
2 weeks ago

Breaking Down Borders: What Canadian Entrepreneurs Told Us About Interprovincial Trade

Businesses need better navigation support to move across provincial lines effectively, as current regulatory hurdles often deter growth and expansion within Canada.
Toronto startup
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

CEO Sees 'New Opportunity' for Small Businesses During Pride | Entrepreneur

It creates a real, new opportunity this year, and probably for the next several years.
SF LGBT
#digital-marketing
fromTechRadar
3 weeks ago
Marketing tech

Adobe launches new Express tool for small businesses - and I spoke exclusively to its chief to find out the top 5 things you need to know

fromTechRadar
3 weeks ago
Marketing tech

Adobe launches new Express tool for small businesses - and I spoke exclusively to its chief to find out the top 5 things you need to know

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
2 weeks ago

A Big Win for Small Business Patent Owners: Leveling Patent Litigation

"What has always drawn my attention to the ITC is that it is a fairly collaborative and yet aggressive forum for building a detailed factual record around which you can gather a host of opinions."
Intellectual property law
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Khamis: ADA reform bill can stop legal shakedown that's hurting Californians - San Jose Spotlight

Californians are enduring excessive financial burdens from an ADA system that, instead of fostering access, has been turned into a mechanism for exploitative lawsuits against small businesses.
Social justice
fromMacstories
2 weeks ago

Direct Mail 7: Professional Email Marketing Built Just for Mac Users [Sponsor]

Direct Mail is a Mac-focused email marketing app that streamlines the process of designing, sending, and tracking email campaigns with powerful tools and user-friendly features.
Marketing tech
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Bringing pupusas to San Francisco's Tenderloin

"Those markets, in reality, they're our biggest supporters when the economy is slow. The customers who can't get here can always go to the farmer's markets."
Portland food
#california
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago
Startup companies

Is retirement legislation setting small businesses up to fail?

State-level retirement mandates are imposing unexpected challenges on small businesses, many of which are unprepared for compliance.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Despite Changes, A.B. 412 Still Harms Small Developers

California's A.B. 412 bill threatens to stifle innovation by favoring large AI firms over small developers through excessive regulations and compliance demands.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Is retirement legislation setting small businesses up to fail?

State-level retirement mandates are imposing unexpected challenges on small businesses, many of which are unprepared for compliance.
Startup companies
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

66% of small business owners struggle to hire: How companies are changing how they bring in new employees

Many small business owners are adopting innovative hiring strategies due to high competition and a lack of skilled labor.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

'A tough time': Business owner speaks out after 100% increase in CafeTO fees | CBC News

We're going through a tough time, all these extra costs affect the bottom line. When you're a small business, especially like a restaurant, your margins are pretty small.
Toronto startup
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

Why SF's Green Apple Books in the Richmond has survived nearly 60 years

Green Apple Books exemplifies the resilience of brick-and-mortar bookstores through effective succession planning and community engagement.
Books
fromEater
1 month ago

The Barbecue Spot That's Giving Back

Rathmann emphasized the importance of providing real-time kitchen experience for culinary students, stating, 'We initially bought the mobile kitchen for the Reno Rodeo cattle drive...why don’t we use it as a fundraiser.'
Silicon Valley food
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

For small companies, ongoing employee feedback is inspiring new ideas

Continuous feedback enhances employee growth by allowing for consistent learning and improvement, unlike infrequent performance reviews.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
4 weeks ago

Enjoy a Lifetime of Intuit QuickBooks Desktop Pro Plus for Just $250 | Entrepreneur

Many small businesses have only one owner and no employees, which means they have to handle crucial accounting tasks on their own.
Business intelligence
fromHackernoon
3 months ago

Cybersecurity Essentials For Startups: 8 Tools to Scale Safely (and Avoid a Breach) | HackerNoon

Cybersecurity tools tailored for startups are crucial for protection against cyberattacks.
Complexity and cost of typical security tools often make them unsuitable for startups.
Startup companies
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