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If you own a small business, you know the importance of putting together the right staff. With their smaller staff sizes, small businesses are more likely to feel the effects of an unqualified or unmotivated employee.

Social media is a valuable tool for small businesses. But first, you've got to determine which is the best social media platform for your particular audience and goals.

Contrary to popular belief, small businesses are actually MORE susceptible to cybersecurity breaches. Why? Most of them don't invest the proper systems needed to protect their data.

Passion will take you a long way when you start a business. But it is not enough. Financial literacy and business acumen are critical for future success as an MWVBE.

Developing a strong, effective business plan is essential for all entrepreneurs, and even more so for MWVBEs (Minority, Woman, and Veteran Business Enterprises).

Social media is a critical component of small business success with modern-day consumer trends – especially for Minority, Woman, or Veteran Business Enterprises (MWVBEs).

There are ample resources out there to help Minority, Women, or Veteran Business Enterprises (MWVBEs) access funding for new and expanding businesses. This article dives into your primary options.

Business bonds – also known as surety bonds – offer critical protection for your small business when things go wrong. But how exactly do they work?

Faced with an array of obstacles, minority business owners come up with smarter ways to market and grow their businesses – from targeting and networking to certifications.

A necessary evil of launching a small business, ironing out legal logistics doesn't have to be stressful. There are 10 primary legal components you'll need to look into...

Even if current sales are crazy high, expanding your small business into a second location prematurely can put your company in a scary financial position.

Your business credit score impacts everything from your loan options to your investor confidence to your contracts with vendors and suppliers.

Deciding to take the leap and launch a small business can be scary. The first step? Calculate your estimated startup costs.

Whether your small business has a brick-and-mortar location or operates totally online, a website is a critical (relatively easy) marketing tool that can help you boost your bottom line.

There are 6 steps you should take BEFORE applying for a small business loan. 1. Figure out what lenders are looking for. 2. Determine the loan amount needed...

Your business plan is a document that serves as a roadmap for business development and growth. And it is critical for securing investors and loans. In this blog, we identify 5 key steps you can take to create a solid small business plan.

Small businesses are critical for our local community. In this blog, we list 10 key steps you can take to give your small business a boost – whether you are just starting out or need to re-energize your business strategy.