TSBDC NEWS

A collection of articles and news written by subject matter experts tailored to you, the small business owner.

Refine your Business Plan for 2024

Refine your Business Plan for 2024

December is National Business Plan Month, is your business plan ready to take on 2024?  Business plans serve as dynamic roadmaps for success, requiring regular reassessment and refinement. As we enter 2024, it's essential for business owners to revisit their business plans, ensuring alignment...

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The Illusion vs. Reality of Entrepreneurship

The Illusion vs. Reality of Entrepreneurship

The allure of entrepreneurship often paints a picture-perfect image of freedom, flexibility, and unbounded success. It’s easy to get carried away by the romanticized notion of being your own boss, charting your course, and turning your passion into profit. However, the truth behind this facade is far more complex.

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The Secret Ingredient to Getting Cash for Your Business

The Secret Ingredient to Getting Cash for Your Business

I picked up the phone at the office, and after my greeting, I heard, “Hey, um...they told me to give you a call.  I have a great idea for a business, and they said that you were the man!” He said, “I have talked to at least 3 other people, and they all directed me to you.  You see, I have all the...

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Preparing for a Successful Small Business Saturday

Preparing for a Successful Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday is November 25, 2023  As summer ends, small business owners are already gearing up for one of the most important shopping events of the year: Small Business Saturday. Taking place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, this event encourages consumers to shop locally and...

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Creating Your Content in Three Easy Steps

Creating Your Content in Three Easy Steps

James the insurance agent told me that it was impossible to create any exciting or personal social media marketing content for his agency. He said, “Let’s face it, insurance is boring.  People need it, but they don’t want to be entertained by it.  I need to buy leads and not waste time on it.” I asked him if he could think of ANY ideas. “Well, there’s home, life, auto, a little commercial here and there…but it’s just not interesting.”

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Your Small Business Summer Goals Guide

Your Small Business Summer Goals Guide

As the temperature rises, and the days get longer, the summer months present an excellent opportunity for small businesses to set and achieve goals. Whether you have been in business for nearly a lifetime or are just starting up, strategic planning during this vibrant season can fuel growth, increase productivity, and enhance customer satisfaction. Let’s explore the importance of goal setting for small businesses during the summer months and provide practical tips to help you make the most of this season.

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Tax Scams and How to Avoid Them

Tax Scams and How to Avoid Them

Fraud, swindle, trick. Where there is money, unfortunately there is sometimes also dishonesty. As an honest business owner, it is important to watch out for tax scams as you prepare for the April 18th tax filing deadline.

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Celebrating National Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Day on March 15th

Celebrating National Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Day on March 15th

America’s SBDCs continue to be standout leaders in job creation and economic success throughout the nation. As a result of the SBDCs’ efforts over the past year, small businesses have been able to make progress in growing and sustaining their business through inflation.
The seventh annual SBDC Day will take place on March 15, 2023. SBDC Day is a national, collective proclamation of America’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) ‘s impact on the success of our nation’s dreamers, innovators, and doers—America’s Small Businesses.

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The Solution to Quiet Quitting: Invest in Human Capital

The Solution to Quiet Quitting: Invest in Human Capital

Today’s workforce is drastically changing, driven by both technological advancements and individual attitudes. These two points include an array of issues from remote work, demand for higher wages, automation replacing workers, and benefits. As a result, there is a disconnect between employees and employers. Employees are expressing dissatisfaction with pay, benefits, work-life balance, and doing meaningful work. Employers, on the other hand, are having the issue of maintaining an adequate workforce while still being able to maintain their bottom line.

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Cybersecurity for Business: Reducing Risks

Cybersecurity for Business: Reducing Risks

Across all industries, organizations are becoming increasingly aware of the threat of cyberattacks, which can shut down daily operations, damage their reputations, and require significant resources to recover. Businesses have also begun taking preventative actions to protect themselves from cyberattacks.

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What is a Profit Plan and Why Does your Business Need One?

What is a Profit Plan and Why Does your Business Need One?

Business success is not achieved just by wishing for it. Businesses need money to grow and sustain. Successful entrepreneurs know the importance of planning. Whether you are just starting a business or have been in business for decades, profit planning can help you run a successful business.

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