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Small Business Optimism Persists, Despite The Pandemic

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by Kathryn Petralia, cofounder of Kabbage. Businesses and consumers alike are finding ways to adapt and stay resilient during these unprecedented times. They continue to believe in their business and pursuing what they love. The study uncovered more insights showing the current mindset of small businesses.

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10 Best Cities in the United States for Startups and Entrepreneurs (2018)

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Increasingly, these metro areas are regularly appearing in rankings of the best cities in the United States for startups and entrepreneurs. Many small-business owners, who often pay taxes at the individual level, appreciate the fact the state has no personal income tax. Boulder, CO.

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10 Best Cities in the United States for Startups and Entrepreneurs

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William Hurley, co-founder of Honest Dollar , an Austin-based provider of retirement plans to small businesses, says creative talent is abundant : It’s got the music, the university scene, the hippies and the rule-breakers… It’s very easy to hire people who want to push the limits.

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10 Best Cities in the United States for Startups and Entrepreneurs

crowdSPRING Blog

William Hurley, co-founder of Honest Dollar , an Austin-based provider of retirement plans to small businesses, says creative talent is abundant : It’s got the music, the university scene, the hippies and the rule-breakers… It’s very easy to hire people who want to push the limits.

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Twitter Link Roundup #155 – Small Business, Social Media, Design, Copywriting, Marketing And More

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These posts and videos are about logo design , web design , startups, entrepreneurship, small business, leadership, social media, marketing, and more! Thanksgiving is a big holiday in the United States and traditionally, most families make a turkey for dinner. This Year, What Is Your Small Business Thankful For?

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3 Ways Technology Is Changing Small Business Lending

YoungUpstarts

In 1994 Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates said, “retail banks are dinosaurs, they can be bypassed,” in a Newsweek interview. The Internet has also transformed banking for small business owners, particularly when it comes time to apply for business loans and other financing products. Small Business Loan Overview.

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How to Create an Attractive Presentation for Investors

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Even if novice entrepreneurs have a brilliant business idea, this does not mean they will receive funding. More than 500,000 companies are created annually in the United States, but less than 1,000 per year may be of interest to venture capitalists. What You Need to Do for a Successful Startup Presentation. Deep Market Analysis.