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Small businesses are the driving force behind the American economy and as such it is of vital importance that consumers make an effort to support them.  While the convenience of shopping at a large box store or the predictable quality of a chain restaurant can be appealing, making the decision to buy locally not only benefits your local economy, it can provide a myriad of other benefits to your community.  Additionally, the items you purchase are often unique and the customer service you receive tends to be far superior to that of large chains. 

“One in two small businesses fail within five years of opening, and research shows that burnout and exhaustion are contributing factors.” – Entrepreneur

Festival season is upon us and this exciting and fun time of year has so much opportunity for small businesses to profit. With access to large audiences, small businesses have an easy outlet to make a big impression. Here are a few ways to make sure your business is ready for this years festivals.

Starting early, running unique promotional campaigns and having a strong online presence are the keys to success for small businesses looking to compete with the retail giants.  Here we’ve collected some information from across the web to help you prepare for back to school season.

Is your business ready for Summer vacations? Summer vacations can be a very profitable time for many businesses! One aspect many busy business owners don’t always consider during the summer is their staff, and themselves, taking summer vacations as well. Any level staff member taking summer vacations can cause some hiccups for your business. Here are some tips to make sure you are prepared.