Blogs

We post weekly small business stories to highlight members of Small Business Majority’s network to share advice and the ups and downs of the entrepreneurial journey. Here you will find stories of resiliency during the pandemic, cautionary tales about avoiding predatory lending and inspirational ways that our small businesses are giving back to their communities.
viernes, noviembre 14, 2014

Every business sets its sights on making it rain greenbacks, but LA-based marketing firm Unique Image decided to look past the money and build a brand around purple. And why not base a business around the qualities of purple? After all, purple embodies strength, royalty, style and intelligence – key attributes for any successful business, especially a marketing and media agency.

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Small Business Profile
jueves, noviembre 13, 2014

With the days getting shorter and the temperature getting colder, you should be shopping smaller.

As the holiday season starts kicking into full gear, one day should especially stick out in the minds of small business owners: Small Business Saturday.

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miércoles, noviembre 12, 2014

New Jersey’s Hispanic community is an integral part of the state’s economy, and the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey is a key part of the community’s economic influence.

For 25 years, the chamber has fostered, mentored and trained Hispanic-owned businesses in New Jersey.

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martes, noviembre 11, 2014

There are many complex policy issues that have a major impact on the small business community. Each week, we’re going to help break one of those issues down so small business owners can stay in the know and remain aware of their stake in these national issues. This week’s Issue Q&A is on healthcare reform.

Q: How has the Affordable Care Act impacted small business access to healthcare?

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miércoles, noviembre 5, 2014

Statement by John Arensmeyer, Founder & CEO of Small Business Majority, regarding data released Wednesday by ADP showing small businesses continue to drive job growth in the United States

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miércoles, noviembre 5, 2014

At 1,300 members strong and representing more than 50,000 jobs in the Central Valley region of California, the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce is a heavyweight small business champion.

Since 1920, the Bakersfield Chamber has provided leadership, business education and networking opportunities to ensure a healthy business community, said Cynthia Pollard, president and CEO of the chamber.

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martes, noviembre 4, 2014

There are many complex policy issues that have a major impact on the small business community. Each week, we’re going to help break one of those issues down so small business owners can stay in the know and remain aware of their stake in these national issues. This week’s Issue Q&A is on tax reform.

Q: How will corporate tax reform help small businesses?

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miércoles, octubre 29, 2014

Small Business Majority CEO, John Arensmeyer

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martes, octubre 28, 2014

There are many complex policy issues that have a major impact on the small business community. Each week, we’re going to help break one of those issues down so small business owners can stay in the know and remain aware of their stake in these national issues. This week’s Issue Q&A is on workplace nondiscrimination.

 

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martes, octubre 21, 2014

There are many complex policy issues that have a major impact on the small business community. Each week, we’re going to help break one of those issues down so small business owners can stay in the know and remain aware of their stake in these national issues. This week’s Issue Q&A is on minimum wage.

Q: Why is the minimum wage debate so important to small business?

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