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We all know that running a small business can be stressful. That's why it's so important to take time out of your busy day to laugh. Here are a baker's dozen of jokes that will make bakery owners and their customers smile.

For many restaurants faced with onsite dining lockdowns during the pandemic, adapt or die became their strategy for survival. Today, that philosophy appears to have paid off as changes in consumer behavior, new technology, and restaurant design transformed the restaurant industry. Revenue projections are optimistic, with a National Restaurant Association survey estimating restaurant sales will hit nearly $900 billion this year, up from approximately $800 billion in 2021. Here are some changes implemented during the pandemic that are still popular today.

Family picnics, pool parties, and barbecues – the July 4th holiday is coming up fast, but there's still time to create holiday-themed promotions to increase sales at your business.

Why should we care about the ocean? According to NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, our world oceans provide us with these great benefits:

From wildfires to hurricanes to tornadoes and floods, there's no end to the natural disasters that can impact your restaurant. But threats to your business aren't limited to natural disasters – consider the man-made variety, including robbery, food safety issues, and slip and fall accidents – these events can be equally devastating to your business and your finances.