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Key Takeaways Understanding the Job Market: Recognize that current hiring challenges stem from a competitive landscape, evolving candidate preferences, and a significant skills gap. Remote Work Preference: Job seekers prioritize flexibility and remote opportunities, which impacts how businesses attract talent and structure job postings. Economic Impacts: The labor shortage, highlighted by millions of job openings…
American Express has announced new limited-time offers for eligible new and existing Business Platinum Card® Members, aiming to support small business owners as business travel regains importance in 2025. The promotions offer statement credits and Membership Rewards® points for qualifying purchases related to airfare and general spending. Offers for New Business Platinum Card Members Eligible…
Key Takeaways Understand Different Loan Types: Familiarize yourself with various small business loans, including SBA loans, traditional loans, term loans, lines of credit, equipment financing, and invoice financing, to choose the best option for your needs. Know Key Qualifications: Creditworthiness, financial documents, a solid business plan, and collateral are essential factors that will influence your…
On the Small Biz Breakdown this week, our expert panel is back and once again, the Trump tariffs controversy is the primary focus of the conversation. Will these tariffs affect small businesses in the long-term or have a permanent effect on US business relations overseas? Or will the possible damage caused by these tariffs be…
Key Takeaways Understand the Brand Manager Role: Recognize the key responsibilities, including developing brand strategy, managing campaigns, and conducting market research to align with your business goals. Define Your Brand’s Needs: Identify specific goals and assess your current brand position to tailor the brand manager’s role effectively, ensuring a focused recruitment strategy. Craft an Effective…
Key Takeaways Importance of Engagement: Actively engaging clients during summer enhances relationships, drives business growth, and helps maintain visibility even when client schedules shift. Creative Connection Strategies: Utilize outdoor events, seasonal promotions, and friendly check-ins to stay top-of-mind with clients while capturing the vibrant summer spirit. Personalized Communication: Tailor messages to clients’ interests and needs,…
Key Takeaways Bankruptcy Does Not Preclude Future Loans: Many lenders offer loan options even after bankruptcy, helping individuals rebuild their finances. Different Types of Bankruptcy: Familiarize yourself with Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and other bankruptcy types to understand their impact on loan eligibility. Variety of Loan Options: Explore secured loans (like home equity and vehicle…
Key Takeaways Sales Automation is Essential: It optimizes sales processes, allowing teams to focus on building relationships rather than getting bogged down by repetitive tasks. Key Features to Utilize: Look for tools offering automated lead generation, follow-ups, and robust reporting capabilities to enhance efficiency and sales performance. Boosts Efficiency and Accuracy: Automation significantly reduces manual…
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced Monday that all individuals and businesses across Arkansas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding beginning April 2, 2025, now qualify for federal tax relief. As part of this relief, tax deadlines originally scheduled between April 2 and November 3, 2025, have been postponed until November 3, 2025. The…
