Small Business CURRENTS

Small Business CURRENTS

Small Business Currents is committed to supporting small business owners and entrepreneurs in launching, developing, and expanding their ventures. We provide essential ideas, insights, information, and motivation to help them succeed.

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  • 1 week ago | smallbusinesscurrents.com | Maria Valdez Haubrich

    Customers want instant gratification — speed and availability every time, all the time. A 2022 study from HubSpot found that when they have a question. The problem is that, with an all-human team, it’s nearly impossible to offer 24/7 support, even with global help, because of how costly overhead is. AI-powered chatbots — with the help of strategically placed visual assistants — are bridging this gap by offering real-time assistance without the expensive around-the-clock staffing.

  • 1 week ago | smallbusinesscurrents.com | Maria Valdez Haubrich

    In honor of Small Business Month, it’s a good time to reflect on the vital role small businesses play in shaping our communities and powering the global economy. Running a small business takes vision, resilience, and adaptability, but staying competitive in 2025 is more challenging than ever. Amid rising costs, evolving customer expectations and rapid advancements in technology, many entrepreneurs are navigating uncertainty while trying to maintain efficiency, morale and growth.

  • 1 week ago | smallbusinesscurrents.com | Maria Valdez Haubrich

    Servant leadership is revolutionizing team dynamics in modern organizations. Drawing on insights from industry experts, this article explores how this leadership style fosters trust, empowers team members, and cultivates a culture of collaboration. Discover practical strategies for transitioning from traditional command structures to a more inclusive, supportive approach that drives innovation and improves team performance.

  • 1 week ago | smallbusinesscurrents.com | Maria Valdez Haubrich

    It’s not even officially summer yet, and Retail Brew reports that back-to-school shopping is already underway. The site talked to Kassi Socha, a director analyst at Gartner, who says several mass retailers started the back-to-school selling season on Memorial Day weekend, and “It wasn’t just a clearance. Retailers are preparing earlier than they have in past seasons for back-to-school.”Wayfair, another major retailer, reported it expects back-to-school traffic to start building this month.

  • 1 week ago | smallbusinesscurrents.com | Maria Valdez Haubrich

    Nonprofit messaging often focuses on presenting the societal needs that an organization is working to meet. It highlights the struggles of communities affected by natural disasters, families lacking financial empowerment, or individuals needing guidance in times of anxiety or uncertainty. While this messaging can be extremely effective in communicating the need, it can fail to achieve the desired results if it doesn’t include a strong call to action.