Ramon hosted his 2020 holiday party with some of the best industry experts out there. If you missed the live event, don't worry! You can still take advantage of all the small business advice that was shared throughout the event. Below are some highlights from each expert interview. You can still listen to the...
One of the least expensive, most effective marketing tools available, is an engaging, persuasive presentation. Delivering kickass virtual presentations can win new clients, impress investors, galvanize a team and catapult your career. But how do you keep your virtual presentations from boring listeners to tears or revealing all your fears? Public speaking consistently ranks as...
Owning a seasonal business has its challenges, especially as a small business. Every decision matters. Recent FedEx grant winner Matt Bliss understands this very well. In fact, in this year of COVID-19, his business Modern Christmas Trees has already set a record for sales this year. Background Story The origin of Modern Christmas Trees began with...
For most of us in business, 2020 was a year of personal and professional challenges. Some of you are still fighting your way bravely through an obstacle course full of financial and emotional hardship. How can you turn your 2020 challenges into 2021 success stories? The answer is found in your story of resilience where...
Barclays US Consumer Bank today announced Frank Gourmet Hot Dogs as the winner of its “Small Business Big Wins” promotion and the recipient of a $50,000 grand prize. The Buffalo, New York, restaurant is known for its custom brand of signature hot dogs. It edged out nine other finalists in a nationwide vote to determine...
The last few months have taught us a lot about our world’s small businesses. They’re incredibly strong, determined and resilient in the face of adversity. However, this does not diminish the hardships and suffering small business owners have encountered because of the worst economic crisis in 100 years – with many facing permanent closure...
As we near the close of 2020, small business owners around the country have pivoted, innovated, and persisted through one of the most trying times in modern history. Through its Small Biz Big Wins contest, Barclays US Consumer Bank hopes to inspire small businesses to continue to persevere and help business owners bounce back from...
The season of giving is upon us. In fact, consumer behaviors are continuing to change in favor of giving businesses that stand for something. For instance, 73% of Americans make buying decisions based on companies’ charitable giving. Additionally, employees are more engaged and have more job satisfaction when they work for companies that prioritize charitable...
Foot traffic is a lifeline for brick-and-mortars, especially small businesses. However, leisurely trips down Main Street are dwindling as consumers lean into e-commerce to minimize their trips out during the pandemic. McKinsey & Co found that 25 to 36 percent of small businesses could close permanently as a result of the change in shopping...
If you're an entrepreneur and you don't know who Shark Tank’s Lori Greiner is, where have you been friend? Basically, Shark Tank is an entertaining and educational show perfect for all business lovers. The multi-Emmy Award-winning show is a reality show featuring six multimillionaire and billionaire investors — known as sharks — looking to...
