Latest Small Business Feeds
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I run a small property management company and we’ve had a growing issue with tenants skipping out on rent and leaving balances unpaid. I’ve been handling collections in-house, but it’s time to bring in a professional agency to recover some of these debts and get it on people’s credit reports. There are a ton of…
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My mother used to say, “Happiness is an inside job.” And isn’t it just? It’s about finding joy in the small things, taking time for self-care, and maintaining a positive outlook even in the face of adversity. But what happens when happiness feels out of reach? Well, here’s the thing. You may not even be…
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Have you ever felt like you’re capable of more—but something keeps holding you back? I’ve been there. For years, I focused on what I should be doing to grow—reading, setting goals, optimizing my habits. But what I didn’t realize was that just as important as the things we do are the things we stop doing.…
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Politeness can be a tricky thing. We grow up learning that certain phrases are universally kind or considerate, but sometimes they end up doing more harm than good. Words meant to soften a conversation can unintentionally dismiss someone’s feelings, gaslight them, or gloss over real issues. Over time, these little phrases can reveal a lack…
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Employee wants to use his leased car to get mileage reimbursement instead of using our company van.
We’re an IT support firm and own a company van for employees to use when going to clients. Hired a new guy and he sort of sniffed his nose at the van and said that he’d rather take his own car, since he has “tons of miles left” on his lease anyway so it didn’t…
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If someone constantly procrastinates, you know they’re unproductive. If someone always blames others, you know they’re not accountable. This is the bare bone truth of human behavior. But alas, things aren’t always that simple. The human psyche is so fascinating and complex that it requires extra effort to truly understand the habits that hold us…
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When I first started getting into business, I used to roll my eyes at some of the common advice out there — the cliché quotes, the “start small,” the “focus on value not money” type stuff. Now, a few years later, I’ve realized some of those things I dismissed early on were actually spot on…
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Adobe has announced new enhancements to Adobe Firefly Services and Firefly Custom Models, aimed at helping businesses meet the rising demand for personalized content across multiple digital platforms. The announcement was made at Adobe Summit, the company’s flagship digital experience conference. Firefly Services, a suite of generative AI tools for enterprises, now supports video and…
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vcita, a technology platform serving small businesses and the organizations that support them, has announced an advanced upgrade to its BizAI product, introducing agentic AI capabilities designed specifically for SMBs. The latest version of BizAI aims to blend automation with human oversight, allowing businesses to streamline essential operations while maintaining control. According to vcita, the…
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NordVPN’s identity theft protection solution, NordProtect, is now available as a stand-alone service in the United States, allowing users to access identity theft protection without purchasing a NordVPN Prime plan. In addition to this change, NordProtect now includes online fraud coverage, providing financial compensation for victims of various online scams and fraudulent activities. Expanded Protection…
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I’m incredibly disappointed in Square’s handling of payments and customer support. Without any clear explanation, they have placed a lengthy hold on my funds and deactivated my account —despite my client already paying in full. As a small business owner, this is devastating, especially with an event happening this weekend. Now, I won’t receive payment…
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It’s incredible how much we can learn about people through their character traits. There’s a significant difference between someone who is just nice and a genuinely lovely person. It’s not just about being polite or friendly, it’s about displaying qualities that make them stand out as kind, understanding, and sincere. A truly lovely person embodies…
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Business communications and collaboration face big changes and a software tool from Zoho leads the way. Zoho Cliq changes the way teams communicate and work together even at great distances. “Zoho Cliq is a part of the Unified Communication and Collaboration stack. It basically helps teams work together more efficiently by integrating all your communication…
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If there’s one thing many of us dream about, it’s maintaining a lasting bond of respect with our children — even when they’re grown and have families or lives of their own. The foundations of that respect are built long before they hit their teenage years or head off to college. It’s about the day-to-day…
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For example, we use bosily to automate publishing blogs for seo and social media instead of hiring a content writer, which used to cost us like $1k/month, saving almost all of it! But most apps I feel like charge a lot but barely provide any value. So curious, what is a service or an app…
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When you look in the mirror, what do you see? If you struggle to meet your own gaze, chances are you may be dealing with low self-esteem. But it’s not just about your reflection. It’s about the subtle, often unnoticed things you’re doing because of this hidden struggle. You see, a lack of self-confidence isn’t…
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The way you end your day can be just as important as how you start it. While mornings set the tone, evenings determine how well you rest, reset, and prepare for another round of focused effort. Highly productive people know this, and they follow routines that help them wind down effectively while setting themselves up…
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There’s a huge difference between feeling loved and being truly valued. The difference lies in sincerity. Feeling loved can often be confused with temporary affection or infatuation, while being genuinely valued means your partner appreciates your presence, your efforts, and the unique individual that you are. Being valued is about giving you the freedom to…
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Ferrero North America has launched the 2025 Famous Amos Ingredients for Success (IFS) Entrepreneurs Initiative in partnership with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. Now in its fifth year, the program provides financial support and resources to early-stage Black business owners. This year, IFS will award a total of $150,000 in grants, with three recipients each…
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the national program and specialty award winners for the 2025 National Small Business Week, which will take place from May 4-10. The awards recognize businesses and resource partners for their contributions in government contracting, disaster recovery, and key areas such as exporting, small business investment, and surety…