The top 10 germiest spaces in your workplace
We spend more than 90,000 hours of our lives in the office, and our hands come in contact with a lot of items that aren’t the most sanitary. Here are the top 10 workplace items […]
From grand opening to shutdown in 24 hours: A restaurant’s survival story
Selling chicken and waffles was always going to be a bit of an uphill battle in a San Francisco neighborhood best known for its sporty young residents, their pilates studios and salad spots. That didn’t […]
6 ways to prep your small business for the ‘new normal’
Normalcy has been flipped on its head and has left us feeling anxious about the future and wondering if our business will survive the coronavirus. My partners and I were set to open our brand-new […]
How to engage customers on social media
If you’re a small business owner, you know the value of connection. Your customers aren’t just price tags – they’re neighbors. Your storefront isn’t just a place where you make money – it’s an integral […]
How to work safely in someone else’s home during Covid-19
Covid-19 has changed the way the world operates. With shelter in place orders across the U.S.—and countries on lockdown—the mechanics of the world are forever changed. Tragically, this has forced countless businesses to shut their […]
This retail supplier is partnering with small businesses to survive
When she started her natural body care company Etta + Billie more than a decade ago, she found herself blending unusual medleys, often involving some of her favorite foods and beverages. Lavender shortbread became Lavender Soap. Coffee […]
Small business hiring in times of crisis
During times of economic and social crisis, including the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses are unable to hire new employees. However, some industries can weather the storm and even expand throughout it. Yet, with growth comes […]
How to create a long-term emergency plan for your small business
COVID-19 has required small businesses across the world to act quickly and implement their emergency business plans. And if they haven’t, most businesses are currently in the throes of learning to adapt and create plans […]
A guide to refund & cancellation policies for small businesses
In the best of times, refunds and cancellations are part and parcel of doing business. But, in the midst of a black swan event like COVID-19, your business may be overwhelmed by the sheer number […]
This workout studio kept community strong during shelter in place
We’ve been sheltering in place for more than a month, and I finally feel like I can breathe long enough to reflect on all of the changes we’ve made to keep our Dailey Method business […]