By Steve Strauss— You know when you’ve caught the entrepreneurial bug. It won’t let you go no matter what you do or what tonic you take. Wanting to start...

By James Monroe— Large companies regularly set goals to keep everyone focused and on the same page. But what about small businesses? Are goals really that important? After all,...

By Index Staff— What’s in store for 2024? Although it’s impossible to predict what the future will hold, there are some trends that can dramatically affect small businesses in...

By Rieva Lesonsky— Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for several years, all business owners have questions, face challenges, and need help. Working with a...

By James Monroe— Here’s a scary thought: if you have a small business but don’t have a business plan, you may be taking unnecessary risks and missing big opportunities....

By Steve Strauss— This is the Golden Age of the solopreneur. It has never been easier, more affordable, or more acceptable to start a small business or side-hustle. A new...

By Pinger Staff— What is a small business in 2023? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) categorizes a small business as an enterprise with fewer than 500 employees. But we...

By James Monroe— The weather’s changing and the days are getting shorter: 2023 is winding down.   But before looking ahead to 2024, let’s end this year like pros,...

By James Monroe— Marketing a small business can be time-consuming. After a long day of doing what you do, the thought of spending time on social media, newsletters, and...

By Index Staff— Are you ready to create or update your logo? The good news for small business owners who are often tight on time and budget is that...