This week on Main Street

What my son's baseball season taught me about leadership

Sue Sweenie · October 14, 2026

How Small Businesses Make Better Hiring Decisions

The right hire is revealed by more than a polished résumé or confident interview. This article shares practical questions, trial tasks, and real-world tests that expose judgment, integrity, and accountability. Insights from hiring experts show small businesses how to make stronger decisions with greater confidence.

Small Biz Leader · October 14, 2026

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Turn Negative Online Reviews Into Loyalty for Small Local Businesses

A negative review can hurt a small local business, but it can also reveal the fastest path to improvement. This article shares practical ways to address complaints, rebuild trust, and turn unhappy customers into loyal supporters. Insights from experts in the field show how clear communication, quick action, and meaningful solutions can make the difference.

Small Biz Leader · October 12, 2026

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How Small Local Businesses Hire and Keep Reliable Frontline Staff

Reliable frontline staff are essential to keeping small local businesses running smoothly. This article shares practical ways to hire, support, and retain strong team members, with insights from experts in the field. From fair scheduling to career growth, these strategies help build a more committed workforce.

Small Biz Leader · October 7, 2026

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Interview with Melissa Church, CEO, Digi-Buzz

Melissa Church · October 6, 2026

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How to Retain Reliable Hourly Staff in Small Businesses Without Overspending

Reliable hourly staff do not require an oversized budget—small changes in hiring, pay, onboarding, and scheduling can make a major difference. This article shares practical strategies for attracting dependable workers, building trust, and reducing early turnover. It also includes insights from experts in the field to help small businesses put these ideas into practice.

Small Biz Leader · October 5, 2026

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What Single Motherhood Taught Me About Carrying Too Much

Samka Keranovic · October 2, 2026

Article

How impostor syndrome can actually make you become a better leader

Gabriel Shaoolian · October 1, 2026

Article

We Paid a Vendor for Traffic That Refreshed Itself

Ankush Gupta · October 1, 2026

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What a business owner must know about SEO to effectively manage contractors

Andrew Antokhin · October 1, 2026

Article

The Leadership Blind Spot That Quietly Limits Small Business Growth

Daniel Haiem · October 1, 2026

Article

We Delegated the Work. We Forgot to Delegate the Alarm.

Ankush Gupta · October 1, 2026

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How to Reduce Overdue Customer Payments Without Burning Bridges

Late customer payments can hurt cash flow and strain valuable relationships. This article shares practical ways to set clear payment expectations, send timely reminders, and protect ongoing service. It also includes insights from experts in the field to help businesses collect what they are owed while keeping client relationships strong.

Small Biz Leader · September 30, 2026

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Make Smart Cash Flow Calls Under Pressure in Small Businesses

When cash is tight, every payment can affect a small business’s survival. Expert insights show how to prioritize staff, essential operations, taxes, suppliers, and customer commitments under pressure. Use these practical steps to protect cash flow and keep the business moving.

Small Biz Leader · September 28, 2026