Its Time! National Small Business Week is May 5 - 11

Newsletter | April 23, 2019

It's time for National Small Business Week! It's official! Small Business Trends is a co-sponsor of National Small Business Week for the 3rd year in a row. From May 5-11, follow #SmallBusinessWeek for the latest news. Read More >>

Hot Articles this Week

Thinking about Updating Your Business Website? Here are 5 Reasons You Should Creating Financial Stability for Your Business Doesn't Have to be Hard: Read these 5 Tips What is a Freakshake and How Can It Be Used to Market Your Small Restaurant? Thinking about Better Project Management Templates? Check Out Excel Sick and Tired of Other Businesses Disrupting Your Industry? Read This

Events: Meet People and Learn

Listening to the Voice of the Customer Workshop Apr 23 - Boston, MA/USA Join Applied Marketing Science (AMS) for the next open-enrollment session of "Listening to the Voice of the Customer," our acclaimed training workshop, on April 23-24, 2019 at the Sheraton Boston Hotel located in the heart of downtown Boston. Led by veteran product development and market research experts, Gerry Katz (AMS Vice Chairman), and John Burns (AMS Principal), this course will introduce Voice of the Customer market research and teach you to use it to accelerate innovation in business-to-business markets. Discount Code: SMALLBIZ ($100 Discount) Learn More >> Beachpreneurs Beach Camp 5 Apr 26 - Daytona Beach, Florida/USA For starters, we're for Women Entrepreneurs only. During Beach Camp, you'll have plenty of opportunity to learn, apply and mastermind with warm successful women. You'll also have time to sleep in and you'll get long breaks to relax and walk the beach or go for a swim. We didn't create a conference at the beach just to lock you away in a conference room from dawn til dusk. Beach Camp is a lifestyle focused event so you'll be spending as much time enjoying your life as you will be focusing on your business. Join us today! Learn More >> Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

Small Business Spotlight

Spotlight: Money Crashers Builds Personal Finance Brand Where Insight and Resources Collide Take a look at Money Crashers to make the most of your finances. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review

Engagement Fundraising Attracts Donors Using Digital Marketing Tactics Here is how marketers should start using today's technology to raise funds for nonprofits. Read More >> Check out more books!

Our Digital Magazine

2019 - Planning Edition Have you planned for retirement? Inside the Planning edition of Small Business Trends magazine, we've got tips on planning for your future and a list of things you need to know about an IRA. Get your free copy today >>

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Why SMBs Must Beat the Digital Divide

Newsletter | April 16, 2019

Why SMBs Must Beat the Digital Divide A global survey of SMBs conducted by Salesforce and research firm Techaisle found a sort of ' digital divide' in the SMB world. Businesses capitalizing on the cost and speed advantages of cloud computing — including analytics and modular solutions built around core cloud technologies like CRM — have a leg up on their counterparts when it comes to charting a course towards near- and long term sustainable success. Read More >>

Hot Articles this Week

Study Shows How Apprehensive Younger Employees Are About Drug Screening Thinking About Snacks for your Concession Business? These 15 Foods are Highly Profitable Sick and Tired of the Things that have Traditionally Held Women Entrepreneurs Back? Read This Writing an About Page for Your Business Doesn't Have to Be Hard, Read These 4 Tips What is Patreon and How Do You Use It to Make Money?

Events: Meet People and Learn

Listening to the Voice of the Customer Workshop Apr 23 - Boston, MA/USA Join Applied Marketing Science (AMS) for the next open-enrollment session of "Listening to the Voice of the Customer," our acclaimed training workshop, on April 23-24, 2019 at the Sheraton Boston Hotel located in the heart of downtown Boston. Led by veteran product development and market research experts, Gerry Katz (AMS Vice Chairman), and John Burns (AMS Principal), this course will introduce Voice of the Customer market research and teach you to use it to accelerate innovation in business-to-business markets. Discount Code: SMALLBIZ ($100 Discount) Learn More >> Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

Small Business Spotlight

In the Spotlight: Presto Real Estate Brings Service Aimed at Seniors to Full Maturity Providing real estate services for seniors comes with its own issues and challenges. See how Presto Real Estate handles it all in this week's Spotlight. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review

Engagement Fundraising Attracts Donors Using Digital Marketing Tactics Here is how marketers should start using today's technology to raise funds for nonprofits. Read More >> Check out more books!

Our Digital Magazine

2019 - Planning Edition Do you create an annual budget for your business? If you don't, there's still time. Inside the latest edition of Small Business Trends magazine. We've got 10 tips to help you create a great budget for the year ahead. Get your free copy today >>

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Expert Perspectives on the Business Landscape

Newsletter | April 9, 2019

Expert Perspectives on the Business Landscape for Small Business Owners in 2020 and Beyond If you're attending Zoholics in Austin, join our CEO Anita Campbell for a panel on Wednesday, April 10th. This panel will cover business, marketing and technology trends, as well as threats SMBs need to be aware of from security to privacy. Read More >>

Hot Articles this Week

3 Effective Ways Machine Learning Improves Your Bottom Line Top E-Waste Recycling Tips for Small Business What Everyone Ought to Know About Building an Email List for Their Small Businesses NCR Provides Advanced Reporting, Inventory Control and Employee Management 5 Amazing Summer Energy Saving Hacks for Your Small Business

Events: Meet People and Learn

Facebook Live: AMA with Sridhar Vembu, CEO and Co-founder of Zoho Apr 11 - Online Join live on April 11, 2019 at 10 a.m. ET (9 a.m. CT) for an "Ask Me Anything" session with Sridhar Vembu, CEO and Co-founder of Zoho. The event will be broadcast LIVE from the Zoholics conference in Austin, TX on the Small Business Trends Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/smallbusinesstrends/). Be sure to post your questions in advance on the Event page (in the Discussion tab there) and Sridhar will answer them for you! #Zoholics19 #ZohoCEO Learn More >> Elevate Your Digital Influence Apr 13 - Issaquah, Washington Are you ready to grow your business? Join us and learn how to put together a PR plan and leverage what you are doing on social to grow your level of influence. Are you ready to be a leader in your marketplace? #ElevateYourDigitalInfluence Learn More >> Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

Small Business Spotlight

In the Spotlight: Basic Outfitters Dresses for Success by Replenishing Men's Wardrobes Delivering value on basic clothing by Basic Outfitters. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review

Engagement Fundraising Attracts Donors Using Digital Marketing Tactics Here is how marketers should start using today's technology to raise funds for nonprofits. Read More >> Check out more books!

Our Digital Magazine

2019 - Planning Edition In this Planning edition of Small Business Trends magazine, we present 10 critical moves you can make right that will make a big difference for you in 2019. Get your free copy today >>

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Best Practices for Building a Strong Company Culture

Newsletter | April 2, 2019

Steps SMBs Can Take to Make Sure Their Culture is Built to Scale There's nothing more important to businesses than being intentional about creating a workplace culture that will attract, engage, and retain talent you need for growth. This year at Dreamforce, I had the honor of moderating and participating in a small business executive panel with Michael Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work and Laszlo Bock, CEO and co-founder of Humu. We discussed best practices for building a strong company culture that will grow with your business. Read More >>

Hot Articles this Week

Cyber Attacks Cost Small Businesses $53,987 on Average, Survey Claims 10 SMS Marketing Best Practices for Small Businesses What is Interoperability and How Can It Impact Your Business? No Best Time for Women Entrepreneurs to Start a Business, Infographic Shows Take Advantage of Excel Templates for Business, See These 15 Areas They Could Help

Events: Meet People and Learn

Elevate Your Digital Influence Apr 13 - Issaquah, Washington Are you ready to grow your business? Join us and learn how to put together a PR plan and leverage what you are doing on social to grow your level of influence. Are you ready to be a leader in your marketplace? #ElevateYourDigitalInfluence Learn More >> Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

Small Business Spotlight

In the Spotlight: Basic Outfitters Dresses for Success by Replenishing Men's Wardrobes Delivering value on basic clothing by Basic Outfitters. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review

Engagement Fundraising Attracts Donors Using Digital Marketing Tactics Here is how marketers should start using today's technology to raise funds for nonprofits. Read More >> Check out more books!

Our Digital Magazine

2019 - Planning Edition Have you planned for retirement? Inside the Planning edition of Small Business Trends magazine, we've got tips on planning for your future and a list of things you need to know about an IRA. Get your free copy today >>

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How a Customer-Centric Approach Can Drive Success

Newsletter | March 26, 2019

A Relentless Focus on the Customer Gives San Francisco's 360 Payments a Winning Edge Fintech sales can be tough, but Lisa Coyle of 360 Payments has found her stride. The aim of 360 Payments is to change the fabric of the payments industry by partnering with customers to provide honest and streamlined payment solutions. We chatted to Lisa Coyle, Co-CEO of 360 Payments, to find out how her customer-centric approach has helped to drive her success. Read More >>

Hot Articles this Week

66% of Businesses Spend Less Than $10K to Build Their Website The 25 Best Affiliate Marketing Companies in 2019 Smaller Instagram Profiles - Like the One for Your Business - Less Likely to Use Stories, Data Says Embarrassed by Your Lack of Delegation Skills? Here's What to Do 10 Onboarding Best Practices Every Small Business Should Follow

Events: Meet People and Learn

Elevate Your Digital Influence Apr 13 - Issaquah, Washington Are you ready to grow your business? Join us and learn how to put together a PR plan and leverage what you are doing on social to grow your level of influence. Are you ready to be a leader in your marketplace? #ElevateYourDigitalInfluence Learn More >> Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

Small Business Spotlight

In the Spotlight: Boutique Marketing Agency Creates Big Impression with Small Shop Feel Is your business a creative place which appreciates data, Boutique Marketing Agency provides solutions for both. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review

Engagement Fundraising Attracts Donors Using Digital Marketing Tactics Here is how marketers should start using today's technology to raise funds for nonprofits. Read More >> Check out more books!

Our Digital Magazine

2019 - Planning Edition Do you create an annual budget for your business? If you don't, there's still time. Inside the latest edition of Small Business Trends magazine. We've got 10 tips to help you create a great budget for the year ahead. Get your free copy today >>

Advertise with Small Business Trends Contact us today: advertise@smallbiztrends.net

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Small Businesses Can Fight Climate Change. Here's How.

Newsletter | March 19, 2019

6 Ways Small Businesses Can Fight Climate Change Environmentally-sound business practices don't have to break the bank — and some can even save you a dime. Here are six ways small businesses everywhere can take action on climate change. Read More >>

Hot Articles this Week

Only 3 Percent of US Retail Sales Completed Via Mobile Wallet Items Most Likely to be Returned to Your eCommerce Business What is Domain Authority and Why Is It Important to Your Website? Increased Minimum Wages Require Hour Cuts to Compensate, Whole Foods Example Shows What is a Website Privacy Policy and How Do You Create One for your Online Business?

Events: Meet People and Learn

Social Media Marketing World Mar 20 - San Dieg, CA Discover the best social media marketing techniques from the world's top experts. Experience three phenomenal days with the best social marketers, discover the latest tactics, and master social media in 2019. Join 7,000 fellow marketers and influencers at the mega-conference designed to empower you with business-building ideas -- brought to you by Social Media Examiner. Learn More >> Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

Small Business Spotlight

In the Spotlight: Boutique Marketing Agency Creates Big Impression with Small Shop Feel Is your business a creative place which appreciates data, Boutique Marketing Agency provides solutions for both. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review

Engagement Fundraising Attracts Donors Using Digital Marketing Tactics Here is how marketers should start using today's technology to raise funds for nonprofits. Read More >> Check out more books!

Our Digital Magazine

2019 - Planning Edition In this Planning edition of Small Business Trends magazine, we present 10 critical moves you can make right that will make a big difference for you in 2019. Get your free copy today >>

Advertise with Small Business Trends Contact us today: advertise@smallbiztrends.net

You are receiving this e-mail as part of your Small Business Trends newsletter subscription. If you no longer want to receive this newsletter, please click here:  Unsubscribe. Questions? Please contact us. Having trouble viewing this email? Click here If this newsletter was forwarded to you and you would like to subscribe, sign up here. Copyright 2019 Small Business Trends LLC. All rights reserved. Small Business Trends, LLC 15275 Collier Blvd #201-367 Naples, Florida 34119 United States (888) 842-1186

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