Strong Economic Indicators Boosting Small Business Spirits, NFIB Optimism Index Shows

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index July 2017 report shows spirit among small business owners is on the rise thanks to strong economic indicators. Read more »

FedEx Won’t Add Holiday Surcharges on Regular Sized Shipments

This year, say good-bye to FedEx holiday surcharges, at least if you ship regular-sized packages. If you ship anything larger, the old rules apply. Read more »

LG V30 with World’s Largest Smartphone Lens Represents Game Changer for Small Marketers

Photographers and other small business folks who use their smartphone camera for business may find the LG V30 camera a game changer. Read more »

Microsoft Unveils Outlook.com Beta Version and Wants Your Feedback

Microsoft has launched their Outlook beta site, a version that promises more useful features for small business users, and they're looking for feedback. Read more »

Best Franchise Bargains Based in Maine and Montana, Recent Data Suggests

This map from HowMuch.net shows you the best high and low cost franchises to invest in and where they're based around the USA. Read more »

KeyBank Foundation Awards $24 Million Grant to Help Jumpstart Startups

The KeyBank Foundation and JumpStart aim to help accelerate the success of entrepreneurs in communities across Ohio and upstate New York. Read more »

GoDaddy Launches Premium WordPress Support for Small Business Sites and Administrators

The new GoDaddy WordPress premium support offers new services and extensive expertise to small business website owners and administrators. Read more »

FTC Charges Online Trampoline Sellers for Phony Reviews – But Avoid Stiffer Penalties

The latest FTC crackdown on fake reviews was in response to makers of trampolines who allegedly manipulated online reviews of their products. Read more »

Bots Are Taking Over: Fiverr Adds Subcategory Dedicated to Chatbots Development Gigs

Fiverr has just added a new subcategory of gigs you can order that will help you create a bot for your business. Read more »

Microsoft Is Investing $10 Billion to Bring Broadband to Rural U.S. Businesses

The Microsoft Rural Airband Initiative aims to connect an estimated 23.4M Americans in rural areas that lack broadband internet access, including SMBs. Read more »