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While the U.S. economy continues to add jobs at an impressive clip, lowered unemployment has made it more difficult for businesses to find skilled workers. Moreover it seems that smaller employers are being hit harder by this worker shortage than their larger counterparts. Read More

According to a new study, 77% of small business utilize social media for marketing, customer service, and sales. That might not surprise you, but the network that tops Facebook might.

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When it comes to running a small business, managing money and keeping track of the firm’s finances can often be some of the top challenges that entrepreneurs face. With that in mind, Clutch recently conducted a survey in which they spoke to more than 300 small business owners and managers who were Read More

It seems the big bank-backed P2P app Zelle is looking to expand its reach by introducing new features. According to a report by Bloomberg, Zelle is currently working to introduce tools that will ensure users can safely pay small businesses using the application.

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After months of questions, this week, the IRS is looking to clear thing up a bit by proposing new rules on the tax break. Here's what we know about the potentially lucrative deduction. Read More

Just when you thought small business optimism couldn’t climb any higher, a recent study finds it’s actually grown once again. In fact the latest rise has pushed optimism to a new record high. Of course, this good news comes with some bad.
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Starting a small business is a risky proposition. No matter how good a business idea may be, certain factors both in and out of your control could doom your venture within a matter of months or years. At the same time, small businesses are a vital part of the American economy, adding to the country Read More

In the perceived battle between small business and big business, it’s clear which side most Americans place their trust in. Often referred to as the “backbone of the U.S. economy,” a new survey shows that more than two-thirds of consumers show high confidence in the country’s small business. As for Read More

The success of your small business can be impacted by a number of factors — some of which you can control and others that you can’t. Towing the line between those two categories is what state you choose to open your business in. While you may just assume setting up shop in your current city makes s Read More

Whether it's a one-time meeting or long-term mentorship, having the opportunity to ask questions and get encouragement can mean a lot to a budding entrepreneur. Now a new study finds that having a mentor can also help increase a small business's survival odds. Read More