The 7 small business trends that paid off in 2024

NEXT tells the story of how staying small on purpose seems to be paying off big for some small businesses.

6 ways to help climate-proof your business

(BPT) - Organizations are increasingly worried about the impact of climate change on their businesses. A national survey by MIT Technology Review Insights, in conjunction with the Michigan Economic …

7 Steps to Help Keep Your Small Business Cyber Safe This Holiday Season

(BPT) - The holidays bring a whirlwind of excitement, sales, and unfortunately also scams. Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Week mean increased online transactions, e-commerce …

Managing Insurance for Your Seasonal Construction Business

(BPT) - For many contractors who work seasonally, winter may signal an end to their busiest time of year; for others, winter is the start of their busiest time. No matter when your busy season is, …

41 tips to support small businesses this holiday season (on any budget)

NEXT shares 41 tips to support and nurture every type of local business in a community.

End of the year business checklist: 7 tasks to do now

NEXT shares a checklist to help small businesses navigate tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial analysis, business strategy, and more.

Employers are going all-in on social impact

(BPT) - In today’s workforce, more workers are reconsidering the role of work in their lives. Employees are increasingly looking for more than just a paycheck — they want their work to be …

Meetings don't have to be painful. These 5 strategies can help teams stay engaged.

Ever had meetings that "could have been an email?" WorkTango compiled insights on how to better engage team members and get more out of gatherings.

4 ways to check if a business name is taken

LegalZoom shares four methods to ensure your business name is unique and effective.

25 major online retailers, ranked from worst to best by customers

Using data from the American Consumer Satisfaction Index, Stacker ranked 25 major online retailers from worst to best.

Here's why US electric vehicle infrastructure has tripled in 5 years, and where it's most common

Truck Parking Club tapped into the Alternative Fuels Data Center and White House data to visualize the expanding EV infrastructure in the U.S.

The 10 cities where freelancers earn the most

Where are freelancers earning the most money? Ouro analyzed the latest economic impact study from Fiverr to compile the top 10 cities.

Charities look to make up for weak revenue, shifting donor base this GivingTuesday

How could GivingTuesday impact a trend of declining donations to charities? Windfall analyzed data from Giving USA and others to illustrate.

How to create the perfect holiday pop-up experience

Square offers holiday-themed advice on seasonal pop-ups for sellers looking to get started, build a customer base, and test products.

52 companies that offer student discounts

SoFi rounds up dozens of currently available student discounts on a variety of goods and services.

42% of Americans are willing to pay more to support small businesses

(BPT) - Americans are evenly split on their shopping habits, shopping both big and small — 29% favor local or small businesses, while 29% prefer national retailers. Though price remains …

How to Plan for Retirement

(Family Features) Being financially secure in retirement starts while you're still working. To ensure you're prepared, consider these steps to plan for retirement.

New Year’s resolutions for your financial health: tools to help you navigate your financial situation

(Lindsey Johnson, Consumer Bankers Association President and CEO) - The end of the year is the perfect time to review your full financial picture and consider any changes. With over 4,000 banks in …

On Small Business Saturday, establishments with a digital presence may have an edge

Using Deloitte and Wells Fargo and Small Business Majority surveys, accessiBe helps small business owners address holiday shoppers' preferences.