The “20-Hour Rule:” How to Reclaim a Full Work Week Without Hiring a Full-Time Team
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There is a myth in small business culture that says, “If I want it done right, I have to do it myself.” We…
Avoiding Early Chaos: The Trade Management Practices Every New CPG Brand Needs
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For many emerging consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands, trade spend doesn’t feel like the thing that’s going to make or break you…
The Leadership Skill No One Talks About: Knowing When to Quit
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From early childhood, we’re taught to persevere, never give up, and push through when the going gets tough. We’re conditioned to believe…
Record-Setting Holiday Sales Season
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2025 holiday retail sales are “in line” with the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) forecast, bolstered by “strong growth in December,” according to…
From Underdog to Category Leader: The Playbook for Scaling an Emerging Brand
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It’s every entrepreneur’s dream to take an emerging brand and scale it to become a category leader. There are three legs to…
How Small Businesses Can Beat Rising Postage Costs
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Mailing goods is essential to many businesses nationwide, but it’s becoming a pricey practice. The U.S. Postal Service is raising postage costs,…
Kicking the Dog: Mental Health, Culture, and the Real Cost of Pain Transfer
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The origin of my theory: Chia, the Farm Dog, and the Kicked Dog Theory: I was nine or 10 when my dad brought home…
The Hidden Cost of Poor Email Deliverability for Small Businesses
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As a small business owner, you value your connection with each and every customer. The cost of poor email deliverability isn’t just…
SBA Loans Are Still a Lifeline for Small Businesses: Here’s Why
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With 2026 just underway, it’s an ideal time for small business owners to review their financial health and plan for the year…
Will There Be an Entrepreneurial Surge in 2026?
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As tumultuous as the economy is, the answer to that question is surprisingly “yes,” per Intuit QuickBooks’ annual Entrepreneurship Report, released late…
