330 Million Used Messenger to Contact a Small Business for the First Time This Year

Millions of people connected with a small business on Messenger this year. If you have not, it may be time to open up that channel of communication. Read more »

More People Open Marketing Emails on Thanksgiving than Black Friday, Study Finds

A new study by Constant Contact reveals that scheduling your email marketing on Thanksgiving Day itself is more effective. More after the jump. Read more »

Last Minute Business Flights Could Cost You on Average 44% More

Have you put off holiday business travel plans until now? Last-minute travel costs for small businesses are really going to drain your wallet. Read more »

Small Business Loan Approvals Hit Another Post-Recession High, Biz2Credit Says

According to the Biz2Credit Lending Index October 2017 report, small business loan approvals are on the rise again, a sign that the economy is rebounding. Read more »

Wendy’s and Other Top Brands on Fast Food Survey Offer Franchise Opportunities

Which is America's favorite fast food restaurant? Here's the list and, If you're looking for a franchise investment, you may want to start with these. Read more »

PayPal and Synchrony Financial Offer More Small Business Options with Expanded Partnership

PayPal and Synchrony are expanding their partnership to give merchants more options for securing credit for your small business. Read more »

What is Google Jamboard, and Will it Help Your Small Business?

Google Jamboard is a digital collaborate whiteboard. Does your small business need one to boost its productivity and teamwork? Read more »

Small Businesses Add 79,000 Jobs in October — Big Rebound in a Month

According to the October 2017 ADP Small Business report, after a down month in September, small businesses in the US started adding jobs again. Read more »

Robotics Becomes Fastest Growing Skill Among Freelancers, Upworks Index Says

Freelancers, you may want to expand your skill set to include some from Upwork's top 20 fastest-growing skills for freelancers Q3 2017 report Read more »

Web.com Acquires Acquisio to Bolster Online Small Business Marketing with AI

Web.com Acquires Acquisio, bolstering the web provider's existing suite of online marketing tools for small businesses with AI technology. Read more »