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Why I needed to take a break from my small business, and why you should too.

I needed to take a break with my small business so I could come back to a small business that I wanted to continue. Especially with the events of the past year, I had to stop and consider how to take a break that would grow my small business.

Over the last two months, I’ve done a lot of thinking, learning, and soul searching about what I’d like to do with my small business and how to reach my target audience.

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7 Graduation Gift ideas for college graduates starting a small business

If you want to start a small business after college, I suggest you start asking for some of your gifts for your business. Of course, you can pile the money you receive and push it towards your business as well. Still, sometimes it’s nice to receive a gift rather than money, despite how helpful money can be.

Here are 7 of my preferred graduation gift ideas when a recent college graduate starts a small business.

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7 Tips on what to do for your small business during internet and power outages

With COVID-19, we became used to the idea of things changing at the drop of a hat, and the last week has been no exception. Except, now it has nothing to do with COVID. It’s the weather’s fault.

Thankfully, my home has not been affected by any power or internet outages yet. Still, many of my friends who run and own small businesses have been.

Here are some helpful tips to keep you working during a power or internet outage.

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Galentines Day gift ideas for female business owners on Valentine's Day

Galentine’s day might be a gimmick, but I’m all for it.

Leslie Knope was able to take a made-up holiday and use it to support women. That’s one of the best reasons a holiday should be started. And, it doesn’t draw as much backlash as Women’s Day.

You might not have celebrated Galentine’s Day before, but here are a few of the ways you can support fellow businesswomen:

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Black History Month: Why it's important and how to support Black entrepreneurs

February marks a time to acknowledge and praise Black History in the United States.

There are many things I think that you can do to increase your awareness and support your local or regional Black-owned businesses. The most important is to purchase their products and services.

Here are a few things that can help you support Black and African American-owned businesses.

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