5 Small Business Stories, Trends and Tips for Today

1. Going for growth ... how to expand without destroying your business

Having overcome the risks and challenges of starting a new business, and survived the crucial first couple of years, the owner’s attention inevitably turns to growth, winning new business, exploring new markets and expanding their customer base. And with this next phase comes a fresh set of challenges and risks. Read more at http://bit.ly/2d12Qlx

2. How Networking Can Help Your Small Business Grow

Networking is not just about meeting people, it's about meeting the right people -- the people who can help you move your business or career forward.

Whether you're looking for referrals, word-of-mouth support, co-promotional opportunities, or just business advice, knowing how to build relationships and make the most of networking opportunities is key. Read more at http://bit.ly/2d13m2Y

3. Ransomware a Top Small Business Concern

Small businesses in the United States are increasingly worried about the $1 billion ransomware crisis, with 79 percent of small-business owners saying a presidential candidate's position on mitigating cyber-threats against their business will influence their vote in November. Read more at http://bit.ly/2d12rj4

4. Backing up home and small business computers

Would you put a firecracker in your hand, light the fuse and then simply watch the fuse burn down until the firecracker exploded in your hand?

You know the firecracker is going to explode and hurt your hand. Why would you not do something to prevent that from happening? Read more at http://bit.ly/2d13oIb

5. Kenji App Looks to Match Small Businesses and Attorneys for Hire

Ken Minturn, the founder of Indianapolis-based Kenji, says one of the biggest challenges facing attorneys is finding new business that matches their expertise, and then getting paid on time for the work they do. Complicating matters is the legal industry’s resistance to digital innovation. Read more at http://bit.ly/2d13oYQ