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October 11, 2021

Alternatives to a PPP Loan for Small Business Owners

To offset the economic impact of the coronavirus, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provided eligible small business owners two rounds of fully or partially... Read More
October 04, 2021

Small Business Growth Statistics That May Surprise You

Small businesses are important to the U.S. economy because 99% of all U.S. firms are small businesses, employing about half of the private workforce. They are... Read More
August 27, 2021

How to Respond to Negative Reviews in 11 Effective Steps

Unfortunately, negative reviews can undermine your business reputation. Your online reputation is your strongest asset or biggest liability and should never be taken... Read More
August 26, 2021

Top 10 Business Marketing Apps for Small Businesses

It can be nearly impossible to reach your marketing goals without the right tools. But in this digital age, there’s no reason to use outdated or clunky systems. With... Read More
August 18, 2021

Small Business Planning for Q4 2021

The 2nd quarter 2021 MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index (SBI), finds that as more Americans receive the COVID-19 vaccine, states lift... Read More
July 27, 2021

Government Funding Options for Small Business Owners in 2021

The pandemic did a number on small businesses across the United States. The world literally screeched to a halt as stay-at-home and business shut-down legislation was... Read More
July 26, 2021

Niche Marketing Strategy: How To Stand Out From Your Competition

If your brand is in a crowded industry filled with competitors, standing out might seem beyond your reach. But there are strategies you can use to differentiate your... Read More
July 26, 2021

10 Grand Opening Ideas for Small Business

Are you ready to open a brick and mortar store? A grand opening event is in order! You can elevate your profile in the community and increase sales with a few tried... Read More
July 25, 2021

15 Marketing Strategies for the Business to Business (B2B) Market

If you own a B2B business, you’re probably aware that marketing to other businesses is generally more complex than consumer marketing. B2B products and services are... Read More

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The SmartBiz® Small Business Blog and other related communications from SmartBiz BankSM are intended to provide general information on relevant topics for managing small businesses. Be aware that this is not a comprehensive analysis of the subject matter covered and is not intended to provide specific recommendations to you or your business with respect to the matters addressed. Please consult legal and financial professionals for further information.