Fairness for Indies

The Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act, a crucial first step toward returning balance to the federal rulemaking process.

3/50 Project

The 3/50 Project, a complementary movement to Small Business Saturday and other Buy Local campaigns, urges consumers to spend $50 at three independent stores each month. According to ConsumerReports.org, “What started out as a passing thought by retail consultant and blogger, Cinda Baxter, quickly spread throughout the blogosphere and onto Main Street.” Buy Local campaigns [...]

A Thorough Year End Business Analysis Provides Educated 2012 Predictions

Without proper analysis of your financial situation, new year predictions are nothing more than uneducated guesses.

What Small Businesses Can Expect During 2012 Tax Preparation

While tax planning changes frequently, small businesses can be assured of a few things this upcoming tax season.

Continuous Campaigning to Boost Local and Small Business Awareness

American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA) urges consumers to “unchain” for a day on Nov. 19.

Independent Retailers Can Capitalize on Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday returns, providing consumers with incentives and a new holiday shopping experience.

More Small Biz Recruits

According to the latest Intuit Small Business Employment Index, retailers and small businesses in general are starting to interview and hire an influx of interested candidates. July alone marked an addition of 50,000 employees to the payroll of small businesses nationwide. The upward trend in job openings and affiliated hires began in October 2009, and [...]

Rise in Retail and Small Business Hires

July marked an addition of 50,000 employees to the payroll of small businesses nationwide, including independent retailers.

Bye Bye Cash Register. Hello Tablet!

Using software platforms, with the necessary features, to handle all POS needs on the service-side, allows small business owners to focus on growing their businesses.

Independent Retailers Taking Back Town Centers

Mary Portas evaluates the U.K.’s High Street, supporting a pro local and and pro independent platform.

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