$78 Million Available in Small Business Grants Across America
[ad_1] The effects of the pandemic have been especially prominent for minority-owned businesses, and for those in certain industries like entertainment and recreation. This week, Massachusetts launched grant programs to address both of those areas. And communities and organizations throughout the country are also offering funds for pandemic recovery and other goals. Read a full…
Read articleSBA Reveals 2023 Phoenix Award Recipients
[ad_1] U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced this year’s Phoenix Award winners today. These awards, presented annually during National Small Business Week, honor individuals and businesses that have demonstrated exceptional resilience following natural disasters, which have become more frequent due to climate change. Administrator Guzman praised the honorees for exemplifying the…
Read articleDeadline Nears for Louisiana SBA Disaster Loans Following Severe Storms and Tornado
[ad_1] Tanya N. Garfield, Director of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West, urged Louisiana businesses and residents today to apply for SBA federal disaster loans by the May 5, 2023 deadline. The loans address property damage resulting from the severe storms and a tornado in Tangipahoa Parish on February 8, 2023. Available…
Read articleOPEC Production Cut Raises Gas Prices for US Consumers
[ad_1] Last weekend, OPEC announced a production cut of over a million barrels per day, causing crude oil prices to surge above $80 a barrel and the national average for regular gasoline to increase by seven cents to $3.55. The production cut has direct implications for small business owners, as fuel prices contribute significantly to…
Read articleGoogle Giving Its Search Engine AI Chat Capabilities
[ad_1] Google has announced its intention to improve its search engine by integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chat features that allow more natural, interactive communication with users. CEO Sundar Pichai shared these plans in a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal. The tech giant’s move to incorporate AI technology into its search engine signifies…
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Why Creativity Is Essential In B2B Sales
[ad_1] Sales are both a science and an art, but for so long, B2B salespeople have relied on tactics that don’t leave room for creativity. Leaving out the human element when creating B2B sales strategies which can result in a slower sales journey, uninspired ideas, and fewer conversions. That’s why I’m here to help you shake…
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