Small Business Owners

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Thought I would work less hours when I started my own business. After 4 years in business I know that's laughable. Wish I could back and give myself advice. What would you tell yourself?

Anyone with experience in the beverage industry willing to advise me on how to launch a beverage business - including regulatory requirements, licenses/permits needed, potential costs/investment requi… more

Anyone been to a small business expo? Been in business for about a year, not doing great but not doing horrible. Think I could benefit from others' expertise and some networking. Worth it or just … more

A little frustrated that I have friends who persistently ask for discounts or free products. If you can't actually support my business when it's just getting started, wait until you can instea… more

What features do you look for when looking for payment and merchant services? It seems like a lot of people go with Square because it’s simple but you’re paying for it and it doesn’t offer many featur… more

Anyone looking to switch payroll companies?

Does anyone have any websites they recommend for SMB searching? Aside from BizBuySell

🥊 It's time for a showdown! If you HAD to choose between ETSY, EBAY, and SHOPIFY. Which would you choose and why? Feel free to leave suggestions for those just starting out on the platforms too.… more

When first starting a small business is it absolutely crucial to have a website? I have a physical space and was just planning on getting clients through word of mouth and do scheduling over the phone… more

Seeking advice from experienced small business owners. I'm thinking about transitioning from a small physical shop (art, jewelry, incense, books) to doing it all online. For anyone who's made … more

I am looking for payroll with hr support system. ADP is too expensive. Any other suggestions? Thank you.

I wish there was some kind of small business national directory that listed who to hire and who not to hire. Just lost another employee with no notice who I spent a month training right after their fi… more

I'm hoping to make some money and really get the word out there about my business during the holiday season. Is it a good idea to participate in farmers' markets/holiday markets if you have a … more

hello, just ventured into small business concentrated on ethnic wardrobe... we carry indian ethnic products focused on ethnic fashion and jewelry for now. Later on plan to expand. How do I go about cr… more

Would love to aquire / buy into / help run a small business. Hard worker, spent last 10 yrs in core operations consulting. Would a small business find the skill set valuable?

Has anyone had any real luck advertising on Twitter or other social platforms? I use them on the day-to-day so if I can monetize them somehow I will. Is it worth it to create accounts for your busines… more

Hello small business owners! How many of you have an exit plan in place to harvest the wealth you’ve built and make sure your family is taken care of? Stats show that the vast majority of business owners have never thought t… more

I'm really struggling with hiring, I'm still new to it. I offer a fair wage for where I live ($15/hour), and I need two people so that one doesn't isn't in the shop every day. I've… more

Anyone else stressed out about the effect of the recession on their business? I can't afford to lose much right now, especially as we get into the holiday season. Inflation is getting higher and I… more

If you had to choose between TikTok and Instagram for promoting your business forever, which would you choose and why? I feel like Instagram is on its way out business-wise.

Let's start a small business Saturday thread! Drop your info, Insta handle, Etsy shop, Facebook page, what have you! Check the thread to find people to network with, support each other, and be ins… more

How involved is your family in your small business? My nieces are looking for a job to work after school, and I could think of more than a few things they could do that I would pay them for just to ta… more

Could anyone share their experience on starting a small business on Etsy? I am looking to start a small business on the side of my full time job as a creative outlet.

I co own a tutoring business in NYC and lately it’s been hard to get clients for Zoom sessions. Any suggestions on how to gain more prospects?

How do I get customers to my website to buy from there?

Anyone here on a cleaning business? How did you get started?

Looking to buy a small business. Let me know what you got

I’m curious, for any e-commerce companies, are you gearing up for VC funding?

How are you doing your financial reporting?

I work for a startup that I know can help you do your reporting, book keeping,… more

How did you come up with your small business idea?

As a business owner- what is your biggest struggle/issue/problem you face? Can be specific to your market/business or just in general. Thanks!

Hello! I run an architectural and interior design studio in India with our focus ranging from conceptual designs and visualisations to construction drawing sets. If someone has any leads, commissions … more

Good Morning! My name is Mirena and I am the owner of The Administrative Mom. I offer both Virtual Assistant and Online Business Manager Services! I live in Washington, DC. If you’re interested in either … more

How do you balance working full-time and managing your small business? I've delegated a fair amount but still find myself pretty much working around the clock.

Does anyone here run an entirely online business, selling digital products?