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The Small Business Resource Center for COVID-19

At ZenBusiness, we’re working hard to support our customers during this difficult time. ZenBusiness is a public benefit corporation, and core to our mission is to provide support to our community of customers and...

The Small Business Resource Center for COVID-19

At ZenBusiness, we’re working hard to support our customers during this difficult time. ZenBusiness is a public...

America’s Healthiest Workers

Before March of 2020, health was always something we thought to feel grateful for once in a...

Our Business Websites Just Got a Facelift — Check Out These Updates

One of the most impactful things small business owners can do to help themselves start and grow...

Business Tax Struggles

Filing taxes is an annual ritual for Americans, but not everyone follows the same procedure. For some,...

How Many Hats Do You Wear?

If you stated your exact job title, how accurately would it really encapsulate everything you do at...

The Stress of Being a Manager

Today, we’re going to walk a mile in shoes you may not normally wear to the office....

Small business statistics during COVID-19

Small businesses have not faced anything like this before. The current economic climate is being compared to...

Black Lives Matter — A memo from our CEO

We at ZenBusiness are heartbroken by the murder of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis...

The Customer Is Always Right

Some mottos find their way into our minds, even if we have no idea how they found...

The 10 Best Cities for Green Entrepreneurs

Finding the perfect location for your new business can make or break your company. Key factors such...

Entrepreneurship Lessons We Learned From Our Moms

Before partners or investors come along, moms can be some of the first supporters of determined entrepreneurs....

CARES Act Comprehension

•Americans failed to understand how the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economy Security (CARES) Act would...

The ZenBusiness COVID-19 Grant Program

This post was updated in July 2020 to reflect that new grant applications are currently closed and...

ZenBusiness PBC COVID-19 Grant T&C’s

WHAT IS THE ZENBUSINESS PBC COVID-19 GRANT PROGRAM? We’re working hard at ZenBusiness PBC to support our...

Small Business Strategies for Handling Unexpected Situations

Over the last few months many small businesses have been forced to scale down, layoff employees, and...

Frequently Asked Questions From Small Businesses on COVID-19

Recently, ZenBusiness surveyed thousands of small business owners dealing with the coronavirus crisis. One thing was clear...

Industry Ages Over Time

The labor force is constantly adapting to the latest technological advancements. In 2019, we saw the emergence...

Outsource This, Not That: A Guide for Small Businesses

Time and money are two of the scarcest resources for small business owners. Between building a brand,...

Non-Government Funding Resources

Last updated: 4/22/2020 Note: This post will be continually updated as additional resources become available. What non-government...

Financial Planning to Maximize Cash Flow During COVID-19

Last updated: 3/27/2020 Note: This post will be continually updated as additional resources become available. What to...

What Government Resources Are Available?

Last updated: 4/2/2020 Note: This post will be continually updated as additional resources become available. Please note...

How to Run Your Business Virtually Right Now

There’s no denying it: The coronavirus crisis has completely changed how small businesses must operate. Simply put,...

Benefits Available From the CARES Act

Last updated: 3/27/2020 Note: This post will be continually updated as additional resources become available. What is...

Unemployment Information for Small Businesses and the Self-Employed During COVID-19

Last updated: 3/27/2020 Note: This post will be continually updated as additional resources become available. As a...

Information About Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Last updated: 4/23/2020 Note: This post will be continually updated as additional resources become available. We’re working...

Business Scenario Planning During COVID-19

Last Updated: 03/27/2020 Note: This post will be continually updated as additional resources become available. Plan for...

Secrets of a Remote Worker

Statistics surrounding remote working are fairly easy to come by, with 70% of workers reporting to work...

Women in the Workforce: CEOs and Managers

If you haven’t heard that women are taking on the workforce and leadership roles like never before,...

How to Find a Business Partner Who Complements Your Personality

Launching a business takes time and money, and if you are starting solo, you may come up...

Our Commitment to Excellent Service During Uncertain Times

As a valued member, or as someone looking to form your business with us, I want to...

Business Owner Burnout: 7 Techniques to Master Before it Hits

In May of 2019, the World Health Organization listed burnout in the 11th Revision of the International...

Career Power Couples

Two careers in a single relationship might just describe most couples today. What people may not understand,...

57 Small Business Statistics and Trends for 2020

If you are a small business owner in the United States you are in good company. According...

How Businesses Handle Customer Reviews

With the internet making more and more information easily accessible, consumers have access to details that can...

The Serial Side Hustler: How to Successfully Execute Multiple Gigs

Currently a third of the U.S. workforce is made up of gig workers, and in the last...

Influence of Media on Careers

If you’ve ever stopped to think about the circumstances that brought you, your co-workers, and the rest...

Cities With the Most Successful Entrepreneurs

Many Americans dream of quitting their job and becoming their own boss. Whether the goal is to...

Human Resources Relationships

From hiring to exit interviews, the human resources (HR) department is instrumental in keeping a company running...

Career Coaching

In the modern corporate climate, support can feel like a scarce resource. An alarming portion of professionals...

Perfecting the Art of Self-Promotion For Women Entrepreneurs

Whether you impressed a big client, had your first quarter in the black, or just landed an...

Perceptions of Working Overtime

Standing out in a competitive job market isn’t always easy. You may even try to employ various...

Working For The Enemy

There are plenty of signs that it’s time to start looking for a new job. When you...

Why You Need A Work Diary + Printables

At the bottom of the long list of time management tools is one of the most overlooked...

How to Make Passive Income: Ideas for Small Business Owners

Especially among small business owners, it can be a struggle to make ends meet and turn a...

How to Spot Harassment in the Workplace

Unfortunately, many people face harassment in the workplace. This is especially true for women in business and...

How Fast Can You Set Up an LLC?

If this article caught your eye, it’s probably because you’re eager to get from Point A, the...

Personal Branding: How to Promote and Grow Your Side Gig

Side gigs have become a popular way to make money, and the gig economy is alive and...

Social Media Copyright: How Influencers Protect Their Content

In almost every industry, from beauty, to fitness, to technology, you’ll find an influencer on social media....

How to Write SMART Goals for Small Businesses

Whether you’re in the process of writing your first business plan or you’ve been leading your small...

How do you get an LLC License?

It takes awhile to learn the lingo when approaching a new endeavor, so don’t feel bad if...

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