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2024 Small Business Trends

Your guide to navigating the biggest trends for small businesses in 2024.

Set Your Small Business Up for Success in 2024

As the new year approaches, many small businesses are preparing to revamp their strategies and jump on new trends to boost their growth. Here are some expert insights on improving your business and making 2024 your strongest year ever.

Featured

The Must-Know Ways Small Business Will Change in 2024

Business leaders share their expert predictions on how the state of small business will change this coming year.

Personal Growth

Thrive

How to Be a Better Entrepreneur in 2024

Entrepreneurs need to be on top of consumer trends and network to meet the challenges and opportunities of 2024.

Thrive

How to Be a Better Boss in 2024

Flexible, empathetic leadership can help employees stay engaged and positive during 2024 (and beyond).

Sales and Marketing

Strategy Small Business Trends That Will Impact Your Sales in 2024

Sales 5 Smart Ways to Increase Sales in 2024

Marketing 7 Marketing Trends Every Small Business Needs to Know About in 2024

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New Year, New You

Ask the Board

How Can I Make New Year’s Resolutions for My Business That I’ll Be Sure to Keep?

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” Brenda Christensen, CEO of Stellar Public Relations Inc., explains how you can make resolutions for 2024 that you’ll follow through on.

Ask the Board

Smart Habits That Will Make You More Productive in 2024 and Beyond

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” Deb Harrison, Growth and Change Consultant and Coach, explains how you can boost your productivity in 2024.

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Unique Holiday Party Ideas For Every Workplace

Are you planning an office holiday party for teams that work from home? Keep reading to discover fun party ideas for remote, hybrid, and in-person workplaces.

By: Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

E-commerce Free Shipping: Pros, Cons, and Strategies

Discover the pros and cons of offering free shipping for your e-commerce business. Learn strategic approaches to maintain profitability and attract customers.

By: Leanne Haas

Get the Latest: America’s Top Small Business Summit: Ready. Set. Scale.

Watch the full video recap of the 2023 America's Top Small Business Summit: Ready. Set. Scale.!

By: CO Staff

How to Prepare for an Acquisition as a Small Business

For a small business owner whose company is being acquired, it’s essential to prepare your team — and yourself — for this major transition.

By: Miranda Fraraccio

5 Reasons Small Businesses Fail - And How to Avoid It

Small businesses are on the rise, yet many of them fail within a year. Find out what preventatives are needed to avoid becoming a statistic.

By: Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

Funding Options for Disabled Entrepreneurs

Disabled entrepreneurs face challenges in the workforce. Here’s a list of funding sources, programs, and resources to help them succeed.

By: Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

5 Ways To Show Employees Gratitude

Gratitude should be expressed regularly and often, but there are some moments that call for a more formal celebration of thanks.

By: Emily Heaslip

Employee Benefits Tax Deductions: Guide for Business Owners

Here are a few employee-related expenses you may be able to deduct as a business owner.

By: Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

How A Woman-Owned Coffee Startup Achieved Its Black-History-Driven Dreams

Jessica Taylor combined her love of coffee, history, supporting students, and educating people of color into a business that elevates Black and LGBTQ stories through specialty coffee blends.

By: Deborah Lynn Blumberg

How Meta's Messaging Apps Help Businesses Drive Growth

Nikila Srinivasan shares how Meta’s Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp messaging platforms are helping both SMBs and big companies deliver customer service, spread marketing buzz, and drive sales.

By: Barbara Thau

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