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Small business optimism dropped by less than 1% in February, as inflation concerns grew but labor issues abated.
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Small business optimism remains stable in February as labor factors improve

Colin Velez

Small business optimism was almost flat in February over January, with confidence strengthened by declining labor challenges but weakened due

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Allen Thomas and Dilawar Syed join The SBA Update to discuss how government policy is driving small business growth and diversity.
SBA Update
SBA Update: how government policy creates opportunities for small business owners — Dilawar Syed & Allen Thomas
Colin Velez
Small business owners are the backbone of the U.S., creating jobs and generating wealth for their communities. But many entrepreneurs
Americans submitted 5.5 million business applications in 2023, marking the third consecutive year of record-breaking growth.
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SBA celebrates record number of business applications in 2023
Colin Velez
Americans submitted 5.5 million business applications in 2023, an all-time high marking the third consecutive year of record-breaking growth. According
Small business owners are facing a surge in cybersecurity threats but remain vigilant and proactive in regard to their digital safety.
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Small business owners combat surge in cybersecurity threats
Colin Velez
Cybersecurity remains one of the top concerns for entrepreneurs as the number of small businesses impacted by a digital attack
Microsoft Copilot is now availalbe to small business owners through their organization's Microsoft 365 account.
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Microsoft Copilot virtual assistant now open to small businesses, individuals
Colin Velez
Small business owners can now access the artificial intelligence-powered Microsoft Copilot virtual assistant through their Microsoft 365 Business Premium or
Just because your budget is small doesn't mean your goals have to be! Here we share five tips to help small businesses dream big.
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Innovation on a budget: how small businesses can stay competitive in a big world
Colin Velez
In the relentless march of progress, it’s easy for small businesses to feel intimidated when facing a behemoth of well-funded
Small Business News
Small Business News | eBay launches new AI tool, TikTok Shop hikes fees, small businesses boost job growth
Colin Velez
This week, on ASBN Small Business News, anchor Shyann Malone brings you up to speed on the latest tools and
Mastercard plans to launch an AI-powered virtual mentoring platform serving small business owners hailing from diverse backgrounds.
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Mastercard developing AI-powered tool for small business “mentorship”
Colin Velez
Mastercard is the latest in a slew of big companies planning to announce the development a small business-focused artificial intelligence tool,
Small businesses contributed roughly 45% of all job gains in December as the labor market continued to protect the economy from recession.
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Small businesses create 74,000 jobs as labor market returns to normal
Colin Velez
Small businesses added 74,000 jobs to the U.S. economy in December as pre-pandemic norms continued to return to the labor
Small business owners felt confident entering the holiday season in spite of economic difficulties including interest rates and credit access.
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Small business owners felt confident in Q4, interest rates remain key obstacle
Colin Velez
Small business owners felt mostly optimistic during the holiday season, even as concerns over high interest rates held back economic
The Corporate Transparency Act now requires big and small businesses to file reports identifying "beneficiary owners."
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Corporate Transparency Act: small businesses now required to identify “beneficiary owners”
Colin Velez
Small businesses are now required to submit additional paperwork to the Treasury Department following the enactment of the Corporate Transparency
The Small Business Administration will now collect on delinquent pandemic-era loans worth less than $100,000 under pressure from Congress.
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SBA expands collection activities on delinquent pandemic-era loans
Colin Velez
The Small Business Administration (SBA) will begin collection activities on delinquent pandemic-era loans under $100,000 after facing pressure from Republican
Jason Greer joins The Small Business Show to reveal his strategies for identifying what employees want from their work experience.
Company Culture
What do employees want from their work experience? — Jason Greer | Greer Consulting
Colin Velez
Many employers strive to provide a high-quality work experience, knowing that better job satisfaction leads to lower turnover and more
ASBN Small Business Network
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