10 Strategies to Recession-Proof Your Small Business and Thrive in Challenging Times Hitesh Gambhava / Aug 29, 2023 NOW is the time to safeguard your business against the perils of the economic downturn. Once the economy begins to decline, it might be too late to take action and steer your business toward survival and … Continue reading 10 Strategies to Recession-Proof Your Small Business and Thrive in Challenging Times
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AI Study: SMBs Looking For Education And Resources
AI Study: SMBs Looking For Education And Resources by Laurie Sullivan , Staff Writer @lauriesullivan, August 10, 2023 With all the work that small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) must do in a day, it doesn’t leave much time for them to market and advertise their products and services. Google, Microsoft, Meta, X and others are trying … Continue reading AI Study: SMBs Looking For Education And Resources
For small businesses, trust is everything
By René Lacerte June 30, 2023 Jennifer Cullenbine knows a lot about trust. Jennifer is the CEO and founder of Family Giving Tree, a small non-profit business in Silicon Valley and one of our BILL customers. They make it possible for people to gift targeted donations that make wishes come true. For example, if … Continue reading For small businesses, trust is everything
51% of SMB marketers say they’re stuck with redundant martech
SMBs spend about $43,500 on martech it doesn’t need, according to the survey. This unwanted tech can also cost time and cause workflow confusion. Constantine von Hoffman on June 7, 2023 More than half of the marketing technology used by small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) is redundant, according to a new survey. This redundancy is … Continue reading 51% of SMB marketers say they’re stuck with redundant martech
How Small Businesses Can Generate Sales With Social Commerce
How Small Businesses Can Generate Sales With Social Commerce ValueWalk / 06 Apr 2023 There is a growing shift in the way consumers shop online, and social commerce is at the forefront of this change as it provides brands and consumers with a frictionless, and more convenient, commerce experience. Purchasing from Social Media is Social Commerce. … Continue reading How Small Businesses Can Generate Sales With Social Commerce
Best Ways Small Businesses Can Tap Fintech Opportunities
Best Ways Small Businesses Can Tap Fintech Opportunities Calendar / 14 Oct 2022 Businesses have, in the last couple of years, become increasingly digital. At the onset of the global pandemic, many business owners quickly realized the value of utilizing fully integrated digital systems. As businesses grow, so does the technology that helps to … Continue reading Best Ways Small Businesses Can Tap Fintech Opportunities
The Ultimate Guide to Small Business Customer Support
The Ultimate Guide to Small Business Customer Support Lucas Vitale / 13 Jul 2022 Customer support is one of the most important aspects of running a small business. It can be the difference between a satisfied customer who keeps coming back and an unhappy customer who takes their business elsewhere. Good customer support starts … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Small Business Customer Support
Best Small Business Growth Strategies for 2022
Best Small Business Growth Strategies for 2022 Allison Dretzin / 18 May 2022 For various reasons, 2021 was a challenging year for small company owners. However, 2022 gives a fresh opportunity to build your business, whether it was a successful or poor year for you or if you just began one. Eight small company … Continue reading Best Small Business Growth Strategies for 2022
6 Benefits of Small Businesses in a Community
6 Benefits of Small Businesses in a Community Aisha Noreen / 15 May 2022 In a world where corporate giants are constantly taking over, small businesses are a breath of fresh air. Small businesses add personality and charm to a community and give it character and vitality. Moreover, community involvement is at its finest … Continue reading 6 Benefits of Small Businesses in a Community
What You Need to Know About the Role of the SBA
Steven Imke January 20, 2022 Many people think that the Small Business Administration (SBA) lends money. In fact, the SBA is not a direct lender to businesses. Banks loan money to businesses, while the SBA helps banks feel more comfortable loaning money to Small Businesses by offering the bank a loan guarantee. When a person … Continue reading What You Need to Know About the Role of the SBA