- June 6, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
How Regional Economies Are Fueling Small Business Growth
If you zoom out and look at the national economy, things can feel a little murky. One month it’s strong, the next it’s sputtering. But if you zoom in—on cities,…
Read More- June 6, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
How to Share Your Contact Info Without Making It Weird
We’ve all been there. You’re mid-conversation at a conference, co-working space, or casual coffee meetup when someone says, “Let’s stay in touch!” You smile, nod… and then it gets awkward.…
Read More- June 5, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
How to Stay Steady in a Shaky Economy
If you feel like your holding your breath during the economic times this year, you’re not alone. Between rising interest rates, global instability, and constant chatter about recessions (or recoveries),…
Read More- June 5, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
How Smart U.S. Businesses Scale Without Losing Their Minds
Scaling a business sounds exciting—until you actually try it. One minute you’re high-fiving your first employee, the next, you’re buried under onboarding checklists, answering the same questions on repeat, and…
Read More- June 5, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
2025 Spending Trends: What to Expect
Consumer confidence isn’t just an economic number—it’s a pulse check on your customer base. If you want to stay profitable in 2025, your strategy needs to reflect how people are…
Read More- June 2, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
How Does Inflation Really Affect Small Business Profitability?
IInflation touches everything—fuel, groceries, wages, and yes, even your coffee order. But for small business owners, its effects are especially hard-hitting. Unlike large corporations with financial cushions and buying leverage,…
Read More- May 30, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
Are US Recession Fears Still Justified This Year?
In 2025, talk of a looming recession continues to make headlines, but is it still grounded in data or just lingering anxiety? While the economy faces real headwinds, many of…
Read More- May 28, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
Why Are More Americans Choosing to Freelance in 2025?
Freelancing is no longer a side hustle or temporary solution. In 2025, it has become a primary career path for millions of Americans. What once seemed risky is now seen…
Read More- May 27, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
Slow Mornings Are the New Power Move
In a culture obsessed with optimization and early grind, a quiet shift is happening. Instead of waking up at 5 a.m. to power through emails, workouts, and productivity hacks before…
Read More- May 27, 2025
- Ashley Waterman
What the FTC’s Noncompete Ban Means in 2025
Last year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized a landmark rule banning most noncompete agreements across the United States. The rule took effect in September 2024, sending shockwaves through corporate…
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