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Small Business
Cautious optimism? Hopeful pessimism? Small business owners' outlook is a mixed bag
by
Justin Ho
Dec 12, 2023
A National Federation of Independent Business survey found respondents pessimistic about business conditions. That said, more businesses decided to invest in equipment — a sign that many are hopeful about the future.
From college friends to business partners, these stationers are celebrating 10 years in business together
Nov 30, 2023
Danielle McCarthy and Ellen Kelly run a luxury wedding stationery business in Newport, Rhode Island, where they specialize in letterpress printing.
For some small businesses, creating content is big business
by
Justin Ho
Nov 8, 2023
Many small business owners rely on content creation to boost sales, promote their brands and even generate additional revenue.
Owner of crafts and gift shop brings local artists' work to her community
Nov 8, 2023
Ashley Morken of Unglued in Fargo, North Dakota, has been expanding her staff and adjusting to new responsibilities.
From e-commerce to brick and mortar
Oct 26, 2023
After years selling on Etsy, Mimi Striplin of The Tiny Tassel in South Carolina saw a "need to create a space for people that looked like me.”
A Tulsa sneaker store deals with a down market
by
Sean McHenry
Oct 24, 2023
"There are opportunities in down markets," said owner Venita Cooper, whose entrepreneurial abilities could help her tackle the challenge.
For this Michigan business owner, wage hikes are tied to price hikes
by
Sean McHenry
Oct 16, 2023
Annie Lang Hartman, owner of Wild Lettie, is planning ahead. And one of her biggest concerns is payroll.
For public good, not for profit.
With higher interest rates, small businesses and lenders proceed with caution
by
Justin Ho
Oct 10, 2023
Only a quarter of small businesses say they're getting the credit they need, according to the National Federation of Independent Business.
These businesses made it through the hardest part of the pandemic. Then they closed.
Oct 9, 2023
The pandemic is still having a domino effect on small businesses. Here's what happened to three of them.
This Seattle candle maker is hoping to see "an uptick" this fall
by
Sean McHenry
Sep 15, 2023
While it's currently the "slow season" in her shop, candle maker Colina Bruce is hoping to see an uptick in October.