CurrentTechnologyHow Small Business Owners Should Think About Cybersecurity Risks in 2026 By Marijus Briedis and Adrianus Warmenhoven, Cybersecurity Experts, NordVPN, and Rieva Lesonsky February 5, 2026 6 Mins read Cybersecurity used to feel like a “big company problem.” In 2026, that assumption is no longer safe. Experts at NordVPN say the threat… Read more
CurrentTechnologyWhy AI Is Having a Major Effect On Healthcare Businesses By Brian Wallace February 4, 2026 3 Mins read Technological innovation has been one of the biggest hallmarks of the 21st century. Anything related to computers, phones, and the internet has… Read more
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CurrentMoneyA Fresh Financial Start: What to Do After Holiday Spending Adds Up By Rieva Lesonsky February 3, 2026 6 Mins read For many people, the first few months of a new year come with a mix of relief and reckoning. The holidays are… Read more
CurrentLeadLeadership Agility and Self-Awareness: The Two Skills Every Founder Needs to Scale and Attract Private Equity Capital By Scott Estill, Managing Partner, Lancor February 3, 2026 5 Mins read Many successful small businesses start with one person doing it all. The founder handles sales, finances, and customer relations, and keeps everything… Read more
CurrentTrendsWelcome to the Era of “Interest Media” By Rieva Lesonsky February 2, 2026 3 Mins read Every January, the National Retail Federation (NRF) hosts Retail’s Big Show in New York City. In one of the breakout sessions at… Read more
CurrentLeadGen Z Isn’t Chasing the Ladder: What Small Businesses Can Learn from Insurance’s Talent Crisis By Emily Smith-Cardineau February 2, 2026 5 Mins read In a time of TikTok side hustles and post-pandemic pivots, the playbook for what makes a good job “good” is unraveling, being… Read more
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CurrentStartupIs Now a Good Time to Start a Business? Advice for Startups and Existing Small Business Owners By Rieva Lesonsky January 29, 2026 3 Mins read The start of a new year often brings a surge of motivation—especially for people thinking about starting a business. The first months… Read more
CurrentThe New Playbook: How Emotional Connections Drive Customer Engagement & Loyalty By Derek Gwaltney, Founder and CEO of Atlas Experiences January 29, 2026 4 Mins read The best customers are the ones who keep coming back. They purchase a product they love, enjoy an incredible meal at a… Read more