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More than 56,000 businesses self-identify as Latinx on Yelp* since the attribution launched in 2020 through a partnership with Momento Latino. To celebrate these businesses and Latinx Heritage Month, we've compiled the best resources, tips, and stories to help Latinx-owned businesses succeed and thrive, now and throughout the year. Plus, don't miss Yelp's first-ever Top 25 Hot & New Latin Restaurants list. From Vegan His Cafe in Oakland, California to Korean Hot Dogs in Greensboro, North Carolina, see the restaurants leading the Food His scene in 2023. A version of this post is also available in Spanish. “Latino-owned” business attributes…
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, success stories often feature individuals venturing out on their own. But sometimes there are unique stories of collaboration that defy convention and celebrate the power of partnerships. 4 rules for combining love and businessClearly define the roles and responsibilities of each partner. Have fun and stay positive, especially when you face difficulties. As you start your business, focus on the common goal that unites you. Respect each otherDecision. We are happy to stand as one such example.For Susan Jeffers and Puneet Arora, co-founders of XY Retail, our journey is one of balancing love, ambition…
While you shouldn’t rely on artificial intelligence to write your entire business plan, AI tools can provide you with general content and a first draft to get you started. — Getty Images/JGI/Tom Grill Writing a business plan is a daunting task, but it's an important one. Most investors and lenders require you to see a business plan before they'll provide you with startup funding. But for many entrepreneurs, describing your idea in detail can be a burden. AI tools can speed up the process of creating a business plan by providing a framework and initial content. However, you should still…
Sharon Maxwell, Bratton Construction, LLC CEO Sharon Maxwell, CEO of Bratton Construction, LLC, is a total powerhouse and we are excited to celebrate Black Business Month with a feature on her. Sharon is also one of the outstanding participants in the 2022 Port Small Business Accelerator Program cohort. Sharon attended nearly every session and enriched the conversation with her immense energy and enthusiasm for learning and sharing. She embodies what it means to be: activator – cheerful and enthusiastic forward-thinking, forward-thinking Learners – Continuously improve and learn Leader – overwhelming presence Maximizer – Thinker Sharon contributed all of these traits…
After collecting a degree in fashion, many budding designers jump into the real world with the same question that has long troubled creatives of all ilks: What now? While fashion school can teach you about pattern grading, sewing, and draping, it doesn’t always prepare graduates for what it’s really like to start your own fashion brand. Successful fashion designer and entrepreneur Sarah Donofrio credits real world experience for getting her the rest of the way. What she’s learned over the past two decades is that taking your dream from idea to launch and making it in the frenzied world of…
After collecting a degree in fashion, many budding designers jump into the real world with the same question that has long troubled creatives of all ilks: What now? While fashion school can teach you about pattern grading, sewing, and draping, it doesn’t always prepare graduates for what it’s really like to start your own fashion brand. Successful fashion designer and entrepreneur Sarah Donofrio credits real world experience for getting her the rest of the way. What she’s learned over the past two decades is that taking your dream from idea to launch and making it in the frenzied world of…
Door monitors located at 4 locations at the main entrance Roanoke City Market Building Building officials said an average of 833 people entered the food court each business day in July.Elliott Broyles, head of the Market Building Foundation, said visitor numbers this year are up 30% from last year. He said the number of doors, along with the number of visitors directly entering the restaurant, was also higher in 2022 than in 2021.“We are very excited and encouraged that since COVID-19, that number has increased and continues to increase,” he said.It was timely for the building to bring in a…
Table of Contents Show more Show less E-commerce has seen impressive growth in recent years, e-commerce statistics show. Global retail sales made up nearly 19% in 2021, and it’s predicted to be nearly 25% in 2026. Here are innovative online business ideas that tap into this flourishing market, focusing on ventures that require minimal startup costs and experience. With global online retail sales expected to exceed around INR 500 trillion by 2025, it’s time to explore an online enterprise that aligns with your ambitions and leverages the digital age. What Is an Online Business? A business that operates online, known…
Are you looking to broaden your horizons and grow your business while strengthening your leadership? No problem! Written by CEOs, physicians, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs, these books offer unique insights to overcome everyday leadership challenges and prepare readers to take on the workplace.The performance paradoxWritten by Eduardo Briceño, a world-renowned expert on the growth mindset The performance paradox is a transformative guide to enhancing individual and team success. Many of us find ourselves caught up in the performance paradox — the counterintuitive phenomenon that focusing only on performance leads to poor performance. Briceño's transformative framework teaches readers how to avoid…
select Limited liability companies (LLCs) as a business structure offer a variety of benefits to all types of businesses. Business owners who start their business as an LLC complete the process through their states, so the rules and fees associated with formation vary somewhat, but the benefits are consistent, including personal liability protection, flexibility in operating and tax structures, and a wide range of qualifications. doing. LLCs have several advantages over sole proprietorships and general partnerships. What is an LLC? An LLC is a type of business structure that gives the owners limited liability if the business fails. It is…