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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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What to include in your small business tax deductions Plus: A free checklist!

When you start a small business, you might not have everything figured out. I use KeeperTax to keep track of all of my expenses.

There are a few expenses that small business owners get confused about in regards to their tax deductions. Here are ten that you can include on your tax deductions if you run a small business from your home.

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What should you include in your new small business plan? Plus: A free template!

Starting a small business in the new year of 2021 can be exciting. It can also feel daunting with the amount on your to-do list.

There’s a lot to consider for your business start-up.

What is necessary to start your small business, and what’s on your wish list after opening day?

Here’s my list of necessities to have ready for the launch of your small business.

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