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Laith Ghzo, a 37-year-old man from Oak Lawn, Illinois, has pleaded guilty to a years-long fraud conspiracy involving the tampering of odometer readings on hundreds of used cars. Court records show that Ghzo bought cars with high mileage from auto auctions and then had their odometers rolled back to show lower mileage. He also changed…

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has just announced the winners of the first stage of the 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC). This competition gave away up to $3 million in prizes to help entrepreneurs from underserved communities in important science and technology fields. Each winner got $50,000 in prize money for their effective…

I am quitting a $150k per year job to go out on my own and help my wife run our small business. 2 years ago this July we purchased a small industrial/commercial pump distributorship in South East Pennsylvania. I’ll have 15 years in with my current employer and I gave them plenty of notice so…

Been a business owner since I took plunge 3 years ago. Last year at this time, I had felt like things were going okay, but did feel insecure about how busy my office was. Now each month of 2024 has beaten the previous year by 30k each in revenue. I would never bring this up…

Hired my first employee, we’re in the automotive space. Our work isn’t overly complicated, mostly maintenance stuff. His roles casual, but with full time hours. A month in and he’s already called sick 3 times. Smashed the side of our van and taken out a side mirror. The first time, he said a truck sideswiped…

Everything that Taylor Swift touches seemingly turns to gold – especially if it’s a product from a small business. Cassey Ho, founder of activewear brand Popflex, recently learned this lesson when Swift was seen wearing the brand’s purple pirouette skort in a YouTube Short. Swift also seemingly included a nod to the skirt in her…

Hey everyone. This might be a long post so I apologize in advance. I’m looking for some insight/confirmation (hopefully) that what I’m dealing with right now is normal. I’m stressed out! So, May 2023 I (24F) was unexpectedly laid off. I began applying for full-time jobs for months, and didn’t receive a single interview. I…

I have a part-timer who I’ve decided to fire. She is told to do A, B, C but does X, Y, Z or forgets certain tasks. Constantly sitting down during her shift when she’s supposed to be behind the register. Has an attitude with other employees and was caught stealing once. I talked to her…

Opportunity has popped up. Business is being sold for $600k because the owner is looking to retire. After all expenses are paid, the business generates about $250k-$300k profit per year. My friend is taking 50% of the company (business is his father’s) another one of my friends is either putting in $150k for 25% or…

The other day, I caught one of my competitors red-handed defrauding his clients. This guy has been a thorn in my side for ages, constantly bullying me and spreading fake reviews to discredit my work. But now, I have concrete evidence to bring him down. A former client of his came to me seeking my…

Shopify Capital is changing how entrepreneurs access funding, providing a much-needed capital injection into the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Traditional banking systems have long been a significant obstacle for entrepreneurs, with lengthy and complicated application processes leading to high rejection rates. This disparity disproportionately affects minority and female-owned businesses, with 29% of U.S. small businesses collapsing due to…

I’m a woman in my 30s after some friendly advice, I sold a solid online pet business 6-7 months ago where the new owner went through the entire due diligence process and contractual agreement with lawyers, signed off on it all and completed. All the while had complete transparency and access to everything in real…

I’m [22M] an engineer (1 YOE); working at a startup in Pune, earning 14LPA. I love software development & I’m good at it. Currently focused on learning for future ventures in tech. My father [60M] owns an electronics store in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan (tier-3 city). We sell & service electronics like TVs, fridges, washing machines, ACs,…

Introduction In the quickly changing world of Digital marketing., staying ahead of the curve is essential for businesses to maintain their online visibility and competitiveness. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) remains a cornerstone of digital marketing strategies, but with constant algorithm updates and shifting consumer behaviors, mastering SEO requires continuous adaptation and innovation. As we step…

There have been many changes in the field of public relations over time. Traditional public relations is all about creating and helping maintain the positive image of a company and its brands. This can also apply to individuals, their reputation, and the duties they do or the services they provide to the community. In the…