by Kayla Miller | Jul 6, 2026 | Business Growth, Human Resources, Marketing, Start-ups
Could someone step into your business tomorrow and keep the wheels turning? That is a question I often find myself asking when working with established clients on process mapping exercises. While some business owners come to the Tennessee Small Business Development...
by Kayla Miller | Jun 4, 2026 | Business Growth, Start-ups
When I taught my first Introduction to AI workshop last year, I asked, “Who is using AI?” Almost no one raised their hand. Three months later, in an AI marketing workshop, nearly everyone raised their hand. Artificial intelligence is no longer something only large...
by Kayla Miller | Jan 29, 2026 | Financial, Start-ups
For many small business owners, January arrives with a full plate. Tax forms are due, year-end numbers are being reviewed, and the pressure to “start strong” can feel immediate. While it’s easy to see January as something to push through, it can actually be one of the...
by Kayla Miller | Jan 5, 2026 | Start-ups
“Starting a business is a HUGE amount of hard work… you had better enjoy it.” Richard Branson At the onset of every new year, a wave of enthusiasm sweeps through many individuals, inspiring them to embark on the journey of entrepreneurship. The dream of leaving...
by Kayla Miller | Dec 4, 2025 | Business Growth, Start-ups
December is National Write a Business Plan Month, is your business plan ready to take on 2026? A business plan is not a static document. It grows, shifts, and evolves alongside your business and the economic environment in which you operate. As we enter 2026,...
