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Let’s be real: it’s not easy to be a small business owner. Whether you’re a rookie or have owned your business for decades, owners can find themselves stumbling upon the same mistakes across the board. At first, these mistakes can feel small and meaningless, but more often than not, if you continue to repeat the same mistakes, you could see a dip in your sales and even your business. Luckily, w …

Don’t get caught up in the mania of gift-giving—something as simple as a potted plant will brighten up anyone’s day. If you want to do something unique, consider our list of some of the best houseplants to give as a gift. Succulents Though they are small and delicate looking, succulents can thrive anywhere. Place them in teacups, decorative containers, terrariums and they’ll sit there ad …

The summer is typically a slow time for independent retailers. As we move into mid July that truism has probably become painfully obvious to you. But there is no need to fret because here are some ways you can take on the infamous challenge small businesses call “the summer slump”. In the realm of personal finance there is a saying, “There are 2 ways to improve your finances; spend less o …

To create beautiful packaging your business story must be woven into the design. Your company is unique, and any product packaging should reflect that to current and potential customers. Therefore, packaging should reflect a personality. The challenge is, how do you accomplish this in an interesting way? Fortunately, it’s much easier than you think. It can be achieved very inexpensively, …