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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

New Opportunities

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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How to Improve Engagement Through Employee Care
To reduce burnout and increase job satisfaction, employers can leverage these employee care and engagement tactics to grow and retain successful teams.
By: CO Staff

How Status Co. Leather Studio Improved Its Revenue Strategy
Since 2019, Status Co. Leather Studio has propelled itself above the competition by improving its revenue strategy and finding its niche.
By: Miranda Fraraccio

Small Business Loans: Common Mistakes When Applying (And How to Avoid Them)
If you’re applying for a loan to finance your small business, don’t make these common errors in the process.
By: Kirsten Capunay

What Documents Do You Need to Apply for a Small Business Loan?
Get ahead of the loan application process by preparing these documents to verify the financial health of your company.
By: Rachel Barton

How to Find Businesses for Sale
You can find independent and franchised businesses for sale by working with a business broker, using sale platforms, or leveraging your network.
By: Rachel Barton

How to Prepare Your Business for Sale
Selling your business can stir up emotions and cause overwhelm. Here are some steps to prepare for the sale and eliminate stressors.
By: Dan Casarella

How to Build a Great Employer Brand to Attract Talent
An employer brand helps you attract and retain top talent. Here’s how to build an enticing employer brand.
By: Sammi Caramela

How This Organic Skin Care Product Business Navigated Supply Chain Challenges
To navigate the recent supply chain challenges and uncertain economy, Soapwalla, which makes and sells organic skin care products, tightened sales channels and product packaging.
By: Karen Kroll

Big Picture Trends Set to Drive Business in 2023
Analysts reveal how AI, multi-sensory experiences, and blended categories are creating B2B and B2C opportunities.
By: Jackie Chiquoine

4 Steps for Creating an Employee Performance Improvement Plan
A performance plan should be a collaborative effort between the manager and the employee to help them overcome obstacles impacting their work product.
By: Emily Heaslip

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