#small-business

#small-business

"Parking is vital to my survival," Cheethirala said, highlighting the direct impact of the loss of parking on his business viability.

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.

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.

"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."

"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.

"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."

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.

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

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.'

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.

"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."

When you import goods, raw materials, or components priced in foreign currency, you take on transaction and budget risks.

Comprehensive business insurance serves as a fundamental safety net for organizations, helping them to protect their assets, employees, and reputations against unforeseen risks.

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."

"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."

The name Sandbox Ceramics reflects practical moments in Petra’s career, symbolizing her creative journey and the playful nature of her art.

After the passing of my parents, I needed a way to cope. Crafting these birdhouses not only honors them but also brings me joy.

Wix Studio uniquely caters to professional designers and developers, blending ease of use with advanced capabilities for an enhanced web design experience.

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

It creates a real, new opportunity this year, and probably for the next several years.

"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."

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.

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.

"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."

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.

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.'

Many small businesses have only one owner and no employees, which means they have to handle crucial accounting tasks on their own.