With growing cyberattacks on small businesses, it has become imperative for you to get prepared to tackle any unforeseen security incident. And cybersecurity training is the best way to do so. In this article, we will explore various options for training in cybersecurity. What Is Cybersecurity Training and Why Is […]

If you work outdoors or in a cold environment, base layer clothing items can help keep you warm. A good base layer insulates without adding bulk, can wick away sweat, and fit the way you want. There are a lot of base layer options out there – tops, bottoms and […]

Printable gift tags add a personalized touch to beautifully-wrapped birthday presents. Instead of a generic, forgettable wrapping job with a standard sticker denoting to: and from: details, a colorful custom gift tag can add some needed pizzazz and personality to the gift bag or package. Whether you’re wrapping gifts for […]

Home builders’ sentiment shows little optimism about the anticipated traffic from prospective new home buyers for the next six months. In fact, their confidence level in their business is at its lowest in 8 years. According to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, only 31% of […]

Recently, Small Business Trends Executive Editor Shawn Hessinger spoke with Brent Leary, Managing Partner at CRM Essentials, about his visit to Atlanta’s Amazon delivery station and the importance that small businesses play in the company’s last-mile service. What is Amazon’s Last Mile Delivery? First, let’s define what last mile delivery […]

Everywhere you turn around it seems you are bumping into an ATM. Not to mention, you can find them in some of the most unlikely places. We’re talking about those drive-thru ATMs at fast food restaurants, convenience stores, and even on college campuses. And, of course, you can find a […]

The House Committee on Small Business Subcommittee on Underserved, Agricultural, and Rural Business Development held a hybrid hearing on “Right to Repair and What it Means for Entrepreneurs” on Wednesday. The committee chaired by Jared Golden (D-ME) looked to see on whether Congress should limit the restrictions that manufacturers are […]

Amazon defines Amazon FBA as a service that allows businesses to outsource order fulfillment to Amazon.  Amazon FBA allows individuals and businesses to sell without having to worry about inventory or shipping and delivery. This year, Amazon sellers can reach customers in 180 countries. There are several offerings with online […]

Loan approval rates are down slightly at Big Banks and Credit Unions, but the loan approval rate continues to slowly rise at small banks and non-bank lenders, according to the Biz2Credit Lending Report for August. Biz2Credit Small Business Lending Index September 2022 “The overall conditions are tightening, and big banks […]

The cost of groceries online continues to soar, reaching another record high of 14.1% year-over-year. This was the finding of the latest inflation data from the Adobe Digital Price Index (DPI). Inflation Drives Online Grocery Prices Up 14% In August 2022, grocery prices saw their highest annual increase, while online […]