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Small Businesses Remain Steady as Growth Expectations Rebound in Latest Index

Small business owners have high confidence in Q2 2026 and are planning to grow revenue and hire.

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Holiday Shopping Marketing Trends Predict 2026 Retail Trends

A bifurcated economy, social commerce, AI, and support for small businesses are all influencing holiday shopping, reflecting the trends poised to shape consumer spending next year.

START » STRATEGY

5 Work and Business Trends You Need to Know

Workplaces, technology, and customer expectations are evolving. Here's what to expect in 2025.

Human-Centric Hiring: How to Do It

In this edition of "Ask the Board," we asked Heidi Golledge, Founder and CEO of Jobot, a staffing solutions company, how companies can create a more human hiring process.

RUN » FINANCE

A Guide to Outsourcing Your Accounting Tasks

If finance isn't your strong suit, it may be wise to outsource your business's accounting tasks to a professional. Our guide can help you get started.

RUN » FINANCE

What Is Accounts Receivable?

Accounts receivable refers to the incoming money owed to a business for products or services, and is a vital part of a company’s balance sheet.

RUN » HUMAN RESOURCES

Big Hiring Trends for 2025

AI, skills hiring, and employee value propositions are all key hiring trends to know in 2025.

GROW » THRIVE

What Is the CliftonStrengths Assessment, and How Does It Work?

The CliftonStrengths assessment is a tool that helps individuals identify their strengths and talents.

How and Why Recession-Proof Your Business Concept

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Kelly Tope, Senior Director of Franchise Development at FullSpeed Automotive®, to share her thoughts on why you should invest in a recession-proof concept for your small business.

START » STARTUP

How to Start a Small Business at Home

Use these six steps to start and grow a home-based business.

How Camille Rose Became the No. 1 Black Woman-Owned Brand for Textured Hair

Founder Janell Stephens won over retailers from Target to Ulta without compromising the quality of her ingredients or her formulas.