All Things Small Business
Welcome to the Small Business Blog – a (bi)monthly point of view on all things small business. From cybersecurity to customer service to employee recruitment and retention, we’re here to help.
Can AI Create My Business Plan?
Can AI Create My Business Plan? While AI can help you in many ways,...
Why customer discovery is important to your small business.
Are you creating value and solving a problem that others are willing to pay...
Funding Your Small Business: Bootstrapping, Business Loans, Private Investors, Crowdfunding and Grants
Have a business idea that others may find profitable or promising? Finding the right...
Prime Cost: the Secret Sauce to Restaurant Success
When I opened my first restaurant, my focus was on what I call the...
Avoid These Small Business Startup Costs Mistakes
You can’t simply cross your fingers and hope for the best when it comes...
Refining, Reevaluating, and Revisiting
Starting and running a small business requires more than just a great idea. It...
How to Foster Collaboration Between Hospitals and Startups
In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, partnerships between hospitals and startups are driving transformative...
Strategic Planning for 2025
January marks a fresh start—a perfect opportunity to reflect, reset, and realign your business...
How the Michigan SBDC can connect you to Michigan’s small business network
At the Michigan SBDC, we not only know small business, we know the individuals...