Optimism among small business owners fell below a 49-year average in March as inflation, tighter credit conditions and difficulty finding workers weighed on the outlook. The National Federation of Independent Business’ (NFIB) optimism index fell to 90.1 last month from 90.9 in February, the group said in a…
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Freelancing is traditionally a young person’s game. It takes a certain amount of bravado and a devil-may-care attitude to throw caution to the wind and strike out on your own as a freelancer. No steady paychecks, clients that may come and go (if you have any clients at…
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Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, but they often struggle to keep up with the costs associated with employee retention. One way that small businesses can offset these costs is through employee retention tax credits. These credits can help small businesses save money on taxes…
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In today’s interconnected world, small businesses are increasingly reliant on digital technologies to drive growth and serve customers. However, this dependence also exposes them to various cybersecurity risks. Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Protecting your small business’s online presence is essential to maintain customer trust, safeguard sensitive information,…
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‘Trying to balance COVID-19, being a new mom, and working full-time…it was just too challenging. It was basically just keeping the plants alive’ WELLINGTON COUNTY‒ Some small businesses across Wellington County are feeling the brunt of mental health pivoting back into post-pandemic life. One of these businesses is…
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