The US Small Business Administration recently announced the allocation of $20 million in State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grants to 43 state and territory international trade agencies. The grants will provide financial support to small businesses aiming to increase their export activities. States can begin soliciting applications from small businesses, and the funding will be…
If you’re a busy professional seeking a creative outlet and a fun way to stay organized and productive, the bullet journal printables featured in this article are the perfect answer. With just one simple package, you can effortlessly manage your daily tasks while enjoying a touch of creativity. This post will cover what is a…
“How do you foster innovation within a tech startup?” Here’s what Young Entrepreneur Council community members had to say: 1. Hire a Diverse Team “Fostering innovation in a tech startup requires creating an environment where creativity, collaboration, and calculated risk-taking are encouraged. First, prioritize hiring a diverse team with varied perspectives and skill sets, as…
A federal court in the Northern District of Illinois has permanently enjoined Sir Michael Joseph Davenport, a tax preparer from Joliet, Illinois, and his company, My Unity Tax Financial & Tax Preparation LLC (My Unity Tax), from preparing federal tax returns for others. Davenport is also barred from owning or operating any tax return preparation…
Many interested entrepreneurs dream of setting up their own franchise. That’s because it’s a highly lucrative avenue – one that lets them leverage an existing brand’s equity to win. But the challenges of running successful franchise businesses often take the majority of them by surprise. Do Franchise Owners Face Challenges? On the surface, owning a…
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against Visa, accusing the company of monopolizing debit network markets in violation of Sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act. The complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, alleges that Visa’s dominance in the debit network…
Investing in a franchise business can be profitable, but it is crucial to do your due diligence before making any commitments. Asking the franchisor the right questions can help you understand the business model, the support you’ll receive, and the potential risks involved. In this article, we’ll reveal 30 important questions to ask a franchisor…
Vermont-based businesses and organizations in agriculture, forestry, food, beverage, and fiber industries are invited to apply for Service Provider & Producer Association Grants aimed at supporting their business initiatives. With up to $370,000 available in total funding, grant amounts range from $10,000 to $25,000 for pilot projects serving a specific region of Vermont, and $25,000…
The City of Virginia Beach Development Authority (VBDA) has announced the launch of the Virginia Beach Small Business Grant Program, aimed at providing financial support to eligible small businesses in the city. Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded to qualifying businesses, including those that are small, women-owned, minority-owned, veteran-owned, or disabled veteran-owned. Administered…
In this week’s episode of Small Business Breakdown, our experts talk about whether Big Tech is doing enough to educate small business owners on using artificial intelligence. AI can give any small business the ability to compete with much larger companies but if they don’t have the knowledge on how to use it to its…