My Economy
My Economy tells the story of the new economic normal through the eyes of people trying to make it, because we know the only numbers that really matter are the ones in your economy.
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This illustrator plans to go back to teaching, but that doesn't mean she's given up on her business
Apr 22, 2024
Julia McGuigan, a freelance illustrator in Omaha, Nebraska, has decided to seek a salary to supplement her unpredictable business income.
Cargo mover waits out “catastrophic” halt in Baltimore port business
by
Amy Scott
and Sarah Leeson
Apr 19, 2024
"It was like, 'OK, this is a horrific event. And how are we going to recover from this?'" says Dawn Speakman, founder of Drayage Solutions in Baltimore.
Broken sewing machine? This owner and technician might be able to help.
Apr 16, 2024
Kate Sprout, owner of Alaska Sewing Machine Repair in Anchorage, Alaska says her new business has allowed her to live the lifestyle that she wants.
This immigrant small businessman brings a taste of Bolivia to his community
Apr 12, 2024
Adrian Espinoza, owner of Empanada Club in Portland, Maine, talks about starting his business dealing with rising costs.
Starting a new business isn't easy, but this artist is ready for the challenge
Apr 8, 2024
Iranian-born artist, professor and now studio owner Sara Rastegar talks about what it's like to open a new business.
It started with a web search and a love for animals. Now, she's been in the pet business for over a decade.
Apr 3, 2024
Judy Nunez, owner of Tails on Trails in Jersey City, New Jersey, says dog walking made her feel "like a functioning person."
Refurbishing vintage furniture for art (and profit)
by
Sean McHenry
Mar 27, 2024
Latoyia Smith started by painting secondhand desks for remote students. Then their parents wanted her to beautify their own furniture.
For public good, not for profit.
In the middle of Bourbon Country, this tea shop owner carved out a space for the sober community
Mar 20, 2024
Arielle Clark, owner of Sis Got Tea, started her business doing online sales. Now, she has a storefront in Louisville, Kentucky.
Owners of a Vermont trolley tour company are committed to the city that "accepted us"
by
Sarah Leeson
Mar 12, 2024
"We want to add something good to Burlington, Vermont," says co-owner Hannington Kasagga.
Sourdough bread is at the heart of this family-owned bakery in New Mexico
Mar 8, 2024
New Mexico-based business owners André and Jessica Kempton want to keep making good food for the people in their community.