This year, there are approximately 69.31 million Generation Zers living in the United States, which constitutes about 20% of the U.S. population. Their generational cohort is between the ages of 12-27, making them a target market for many small businesses. If you’re one of those businesses and you’re looking for ways to become one of […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Cozy lights, warm smells, family nearby, and cheap gifts from big box stores, right? Not so fast! While the convenience of online giants can’t be denied, small businesses have a secret weapon: the power of nostalgia, tradition, and beloved memories. This holiday season, you can tap into those […]
Black Friday is this week! Is panic setting in? If you haven’t planned a single promotion, and the thought of missing out on the biggest shopping weekend of the year is making your stomach churn, don’t worry, you’re not alone! Plenty of small businesses find themselves in this situation. But this is no time to […]
If you’re the typical small business owner, you began your business with an exciting idea, a passion. No one goes into business thinking, “I can’t wait to work on cash flow challenges.” And yet, cash flow is one of the top reasons businesses close their doors. It’s not that they aren’t making money. It’s that […]
There are a lot of political pundits who believe the election came down to the economy this year. And while we’re not looking to start any disagreements about whether it went the way it should’ve or not, we can’t discount the importance of the financial strain in the country and its impact on holiday shopping. […]
AI is one of the most efficient tools we’ve seen since the advent of the computer. But if you’re using it to generate content and then just copying and pasting, you’re missing out. And that kind of “laziness” could be costing you customers. Here’s how a couple of quick edits can bring your AI-generated content […]
Gift cards are the ideal gift during the holiday season. They’re a convenient go-to for customers. They always fit, are always in the right color, and they are an ideal gift for people you know well and people you’re just getting to know. Gift cards also make terrific employee gifts, thank yous and bonuses. If […]
November 1st – December 31st , 2024 What does nearly every feel-good holiday movie have in common? A small business owner, of course! And that’s because there’s something magical about following your dreams and being part of a community. If you think back to some of your most cherished holiday memories, they probably revolve around […]
While the twelve days of Christmas are traditionally celebrated between December 25 (Christmas Day) and January 5 (the eve of the Epiphany), consumer businesses often celebrate with the “12 Days of Deals” observance where they offer a new deal every day for twelve days leading up to Christmas Eve (although any 12 consecutive days during […]
Veterans Day is Monday, November 11th, and it is the ideal time to express thanks to those who have protected our freedoms and way of life. While you don’t have much time to pull it all together, honoring Veterans Day in a meaningful, non-commercial way can strengthen connections between your business and the community while […]
