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… Woody’s Trucking started in Lester Prairie, MN with a handful of trucks, and their primary efforts spent hauling … Wood had their sights set on growing Woody’s Trucking into a model, family-owned enterprise with an unwavering … Trucking moved to Wilmar, MN, which has proven to be a significant milestone for the business. In 2015, Woody’s …

… Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians have a strong history of entrepreneurship and small business … the U.S. today, generating around $50 billion of revenue a year. Native American business owners have made their mark in a variety of industries, including tourism, gaming, energy, …

… Entrepreneurs Start and Grow Their Businesses February 7, 2023 Starting a business is a hallmark of the American Dream. This National …

… of the first Women’s History Month, women still needed a male relative to co-sign if they were interested in applying for a business loan. Fast forward 35 years, and women-owned … capital to women-owned small businesses through the  SBA’s 7(a) and  504 loan programs over the past two fiscal years? …

… many veterans are successful business owners. There is a lot of overlap between the traits that make a strong entrepreneur and the skills that veterans develop … many veterans are successful business owners. There is a lot of overlap between the traits that make a strong …

… get their start and recover from the pandemic Following a successful career working for nonprofits where Lisa … knew she would need to start small. She began by starting a small event planning business in 2003, operating out of her … bottling plant in downtown Opelika, Alabama and saw a “for sale” sign. Lisa recalled, “I really wasn’t …

… about U.S. Small Business Administration Editor’s note: A version of this blog first appeared in Mediaplanet’s … in Kansas City in 2011 to fulfill her vision of founding a design firm that creates customized workspaces using … company moved from a 500 square-foot incubator space to a 7,000 square-foot space in 2017. Dreams become realities This …

… How to Start a Craft Business October 31, 2017 It’s not unusual to turn a hobby into a business. If you have ever thought about selling your …

… How to Submit a Winning National Small Business Week Award Nomination … Natale Goriel Social Media Manager Natale Goriel is a social media manager for the U.S. Small Business … SBA’s National Small Business Week winners by submitting a nomination. Here are four tips to help you submit a winning …

… Network July 19, 2018 It begins with an idea. You have a great vision for a business venture, but may not know where to start. Or, you’re already a veteran business owner with big plans to continue growth. …

… How to Use the ‘Rule of Three’ to Create a Business Credit Profile January 20, 2017 Did you know a business credit profile plays a direct role in a company’s ability to obtain credit that it …

… Store Window Display to Attract Holiday Shoppers December 7, 2017 As an independent retailer, you’ve got to use every … Rieva Lesonsky is CEO and President of GrowBiz Media, a media company that helps entrepreneurs start and grow their … your overall store decor as well as your business brand. A country-style Christmas tree won’t attract shoppers to a …

… property in Ludlow, MA.  While still operating out of a 20x20 sq. ft. shed in the back of the property – all of 2019 was spent preparing for a big grand opening of their newly renovated gathering place … stores, that were still allowed to operate.  We also added a beer and food delivery service to our model which helped …

… May 19, 2016 It takes stamina and energy to run a business. Not only that, but study after study shows that … 6 million users annually, including Small Business Trends, a daily publication about small business issues, and BizSugar.com, a small business social media site. Read more about Anita …

… to win contracts You can increase your chance of winning a government contract by researching the federal marketplace … of SBA resources. Content Find contracts There are a number of databases you can use to find federal contracts … Search The Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) is a database that government agencies use to find small …

… Style December 20, 2018 Are you thinking about starting a business in 2019? This is a good time to go over the essentials of how to write, … an MBA from Stanford, has been married 46 years, and is a father of 5. Find him on Twitter as @Timberry, and blogging …

… How to Write a Press Release That Gets Results June 3, 2019 If you know … Rieva Lesonsky is CEO and President of GrowBiz Media, a media company that helps entrepreneurs start and grow their … Are press releases still an effective marketing tool for a small business? Yes, if you know how to follow today’s …

… March 29 marked National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day — a day to appreciate the immense value and character that … to our communities. These independent businesses play a critical role in their local communities.  They provide … support small businesses in our communities.  Here are a few things you can do: Tell your friends and family about …

… How Your Business Can Benefit From Podcasting June 7, 2018 Back in the early 2000s, I was at a party when one of the guests mentioned he was hooked on … Rieva Lesonsky is CEO and President of GrowBiz Media, a media company that helps entrepreneurs start and grow their …