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How 3 Startups Are Bringing At-Home Alternatives to Pricey Activities and Services — and Winning

Personal care, travel, and dining out can squeeze wallets. Pure Daily Care beauty, Ordo oral care, and Eleni’s Kitchen are earning consumer devotees with DIY, affordable luxury products and experiences.

Rinseroo Turns Everyday Frustration Into Scalable Success

From a simple shower challenge to "Shark Tank" success, Lisa Lane built Rinseroo through simplicity, resilience, and the smart use of social platforms.

HC Brands Chosen to Create Custom NASA Stamp

From decades of custom stamp projects to NASA collaboration, HC Brands leverages skill, focus, and alignment to turn precision work into historic opportunities.

Cavalier Galleries Grows Through Expertise, Resilience, and Connection

A commitment to scholarship, client relationships, and public art programming has allowed the gallery to expand its reach while staying true to its original vision.

Why Featuring Employees on Your Social Media Appeals to Customers

A recent survey found that consumers consider employee-generated posts to be more authentic than promotional content.

Brands From Kraft Heinz to Marriott Drive Heightened Customer Engagement — and Sales — with QR Codes

Product packaging, restaurant check-out, and gamified customer experiences are among the growing use cases for the scannable technology that are generating a return on investment for businesses.

10 AI Prompts to Try for Your Small Business

Explore these ready-to-use AI prompts designed to help small business owners save time, spark ideas, and streamline everyday tasks.

A Comprehensive Guide to AI Training for Every Small Business Need

Learn how to build practical AI skills across your business—from leadership and strategy to marketing and human resources—with these resources designed for small business success.

How BIND Is Helping Gig Workers Run More Professional Businesses

After struggling with contracts and payments in their own ventures, brothers Colin and Brendan Normile built BIND, a platform that helps freelancers and new businesses operate more professionally.

Consumer Trends Disrupting Food and Beverage Categories

The ‘snackification’ trend, the rise of mocktails, and marketing that highlights the story and people behind a brand reflect the consumer shifts that businesses are heeding to gain market share.