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There has been a massive uptick in people launching businesses, with AI supercharging their ability to do things faster and more cheaply.

Independent retailers can't afford to leave shoppers frustrated and disappointed. Luckily, they have more tools than ever to avoid that fate.

Some shoppers have found a shortcut to not paying for items: skip the return, just dispute the charge. It's sneaky, and it's technically fraud.

AI can transform your small business, but without proper governance, it can also create costly compliance risks.

Small businesses have more opportunities than ever thanks to technology that enables them to scale. The challenge now is putting it all together.

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, it’s important that we also celebrate the people who make it work every day.

Bruce Jovaag, owner of home remodeling company Norse Construction, says he is ready to retire.

Growth cycles can be exciting yet stressful. Here are three ways strong leaders can successfully guide strained teams through high-growth periods.

Never be so desperate that you do something in the short-term that will hurt you long term.

Growing a bootstrapped business offers maximum independence, but it comes with a unique set of challenges. Here are three strategies to overcome them.

This year has been a mix of notable wins and enduring challenges for entrepreneurs so far. Take these three steps now to set your businesses up for a strong second half.

Here's why cash flow is so brutal for independent merchants — and what they can actually do about it.

For small business owners, the ability to spot problems early may be the most important capability AI provides.

SEO isn't optional if you're serious about growth. Here's where to start.

The fastest-growing titles for new grads are AI-proof jobs like field manager and service technician.

A lot has changed in business over the past 20 years — but the real value often lies in understanding what hasn’t, and why those constants still shape performance today.

Growth feels like progress right up until it destroys everything you built. Here's what actually happens when you chase revenue without design.

The companies that win long-term don't just scale products — they scale people, culture and connection.

Small businesses can move faster and think more freely than large competitors if they intentionally build creativity into how they work from day one.

Experience teaches lessons you just can't learn in business school, and I've spent 20 years building a company that has grown sustainably, profitably and resiliently. If I had to start over, here are the lessons I wouldn't leave behind.

Discounts have evolved from optional promotions to an essential competitive tool that shapes customer decisions, drives growth and defines how businesses compete.