
Workplace anxiety causing problems? You might just be the problem! Small business owners often manage one or more employees, so it’s key to work at your management skills. Start improving your boss skills today with these tips.
Be a Role Model
First, know what kind of boss you are.…

While small business hiring is slowing, it’s still happening. The method for getting new hires may be shifting, thanks to social media, but small business owners still want the same thing: qualified employees who will stick around. Here’s your guide to hiring for your business.
Who to…

Using social media is no longer an option–it’s practically a requirement for small businesses who want to connect with their customers. While the tools change almost daily, the goal stays the same: interact with customers and create trust. If you’re late to the bandwagon (or just…

Even in a down economy, the government keeps spending, so for small businesses, getting set up for government contracts can be one way to stay afloat and keep the money rolling in to keep your business running. Here’s what you need to get started with government contracts, as well as tips and…

More consumers are using daily deal sites and online coupons than ever before, but are they really here to stay? Businesses weigh the benefits and disadvantages of slashing prices and giving the deal site a cut in their overall marketing strategy.
Online Coupons
Close to 50% of all online…

We’ve all heard about how important social media can be for our small businesses. But how many of us still are using this incredible tool in the most effective way possible? Here’s our report on the state of small business social media today. Have an important point? Leave it in the…

The future of small business is the future of business itself, at least that’s what we believe here at Small Business Trends. But charting that future is not always easy. There are as many possible shapes for small business in the future as there are entrepreneurs and small business owners.…

Want to build a better business today? It isn’t as hard as you think. Start with these simple ideas and a bit a creativity of your own. Creating a small business that can stand the test of time and changes in the market is a question of hard work and vision. Best of luck on your…

It’s not necessary to work harder at your small business if you can just work smarter. It’s a well-known practice of the most successful entrepreneurs, tending to what’s important, ignoring what isn’t and knowing how to spot opportunities and problems before they arrive.…