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One of the most difficult parts of starting a business is thinking up a sustainable business idea. Here are business ideas for every interest and goal.

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19 Free Resources for Small Businesses to Leverage Year-Round

Many organizations provide support and online tools for small business owners and employees. Take advantage of these free resources during Small Business Month and throughout the year.

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Successful Crowdfunded Startups
A successful crowdfunding campaign can be just what your business needs to reach the next level. Here are nine startups whose crowdfunding campaigns did just that.
By: Emily Heaslip

What Employers Need to Know About Unemployment Insurance
Understand how unemployment works for businesses and what to do with claims from former employees.
By: Emily Heaslip

Home Improvement Businesses Share Customer Loyalty Secrets
These home improvement business owners share the strategies they use to keep customers coming back.
By: Anna Baluch

How to Build a Customer Journey Map for Your Small Business
A customer journey map is an invaluable way to understand your customers and remove friction along their path to purchase.
By: Emily Heaslip

The Complete Guide to Small Business Physical Security
Understanding common physical security risks helps you prevent theft and protect your employees.
By: Jamie Johnson

8 Types of Organizational Structures for Small Business
From functional reporting to decision-making, these eight types of organizational structures offer unique advantages.
By: Emily Heaslip

B2B vs. B2C: What's the Difference?
B2B and B2C companies sell their products and services to different target markets, which requires different marketing and sales approaches.
By: Emily Heaslip

What to Consider Before Taking Your Business Global
A global expansion opens new growth opportunities, but it also comes with unique challenges. Here are some things to consider first.
By: Jamie Johnson

How to Choose Between a Sole Proprietorship and an LLC
If you're starting a business, sole proprietorships and limited liability companies are two popular business structures to consider. Here's how to weigh the pros and cons of each option.
By: Emily Heaslip

How to Apply for an Small Business SBA Disaster Loan
Use a documentation checklist to streamline the SBA disaster loan application process. Follow these steps.
By: Jessica Elliott

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