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Knowing your customers and catering to their needs is essential to the success of a small business and being socially responsible is a big part of that.  A Business 2 Community article notes that 84% of consumers try to purchase products or services that are socially or environmentally responsible, while 90% would like to see more of these products and services offered.  These are staggering numbers and a clear indicator that a small business’s social awareness and agenda are key to small business growth.  So, what steps can you take to be socially responsible?

Owning and operating a small business can be stressful and money is usually at the center of every struggle.  Fortunately, there is an answer.  For fast funding, Quikstone Capital provides business cash advances.  For stress relief, we’ve compiled the following 10 jokes about money.

Small business owners often overlook the need for cash as daily operations and inventory take precedence when it comes to setting the budget. The fact is, without cash your small business stands little chance of growing. Being able to take advantage of opportunities when they arise will greatly impact your ability to scale. If your aim is to grow your business and thrive into the future, working capital needs to be included in your budget. Here’s why:

Employees drive business and in many cases are the face of your company. An investment in your staff is an investment in the reputation and longevity of your small business. There are several steps you can take to improve your work environment and get the most out of your team.

Women have made considerable strides in the corporate landscape over the years. Not only are females gaining high-level positions within private firms, they're also dominating the entrepreneurial landscape. According to the National Association of Women Business Owners, in the United States alone, “More than 11.6 million firms are owned by women, employing nearly 9 million people, and generating $1.7 trillion in sales as of 2017. Women-owned firms (51% or more) account for 39% of all privately held firms and contribute 8% of employment and 4.2% of revenues.” Although there has been significant growth, women in business still have a harder time acquiring small business funding when compared to their male counterparts.