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Starting and leading a new business during the coronavirus pandemic.
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Entrepreneurship is Alive and Kicking in The USA (Episode 286)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses new findings that show that entrepreneurship continues to thrive in today’s business…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: New SBA Grant Program Announced (Episode 285)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses a new grant program from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) which…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Remote Workforce and Cyber Security Protocol Compliance (Episode 277)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses the importance of cybersecurity for employees working remotely, as well as solutions…
3 Tips to Grow Your Business in the Post-Pandemic Era
Summer is in full swing, and in some areas of the country, mask mandates have lifted and event…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Michigan Ranks High For Post Covid Recovery (Episode 274)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses recent reports on post-pandemic economic conditions of the state of Michigan, and…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Sole Proprietors Suffered The Most During The Pandemic (Episode 272)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff discusses how sole proprietorships, the smallest of small businesses, suffered the most during…
Michigan Entrepreneurs Reveal How They Pivoted During COVID-19 on StartupNation Radio
On today’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff is joined by co-host, Brian Calley, president of the Small Business…
Goldfish Swim School CEO Shares 5 Must-Haves in Post-Pandemic Playbook
Over the course of the last year, it’s been remarkable to watch successful adjustments to remote work, new…
Here Are 7 Ways to Get More Funding Than Ever Before in the Post-Pandemic Era
Starting a business in 2021? You’re in good company: The U.S. Census Bureau reports that there were some…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Data Shows Consumers Want to Shop and Dine Locally (Episode 224)
On this morning’s Business Beat, Jeff shares an ongoing trend in consumer behavior: those who are searching for…
COVID-19 Accelerated Innovation: How Can Your Startup Embrace Change Moving Forward?
The COVID-19 pandemic was a catalyst that accelerated innovation and change in almost every industry. What used to…
How Startups and Entrepreneurs Can Use TikTok to Grow Their Businesses
TikTok has risen to new heights in recent years with its short-form videos: the app is now available in…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Study Shows Small Businesses Put Employees First (Episode 216)
On this morning’s WJR Business Beat, Jeff discusses the recently released Small Business Recovery Report conducted by Kabbage, an…
Where Are They Now? StartupNation Radio Catches up with Goldfish Swim School, Daily Crunch Snacks
On today’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff catches up with former StartupNation Radio guests to see where they…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Study Shows That Small Businesses Are Making Bold Moves to Stay Relevant (Episode 209)
On this morning’s Business Beat, Jeff shares findings from a recent Borrell Associates study, indicating that small businesses…
Local Merchants Talk Return to Main Street on StartupNation Radio
On today’s special edition of StartupNation Radio, we’re talking to several local Main Street merchants about the challenges…
6 Things to Do After Receiving Your PPP Loan
You’ve gotten your PPP loan, spent it properly and hopefully qualify for full forgiveness. Congratulations! What’s next? StartupNation exclusive…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Click and Collect Has Become a Mainstay in the Way Consumers Make Their Purchases (Episode 205)
As we move further and further away from the epicenter of the pandemic of 2020, it’s becoming clearer…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Coffee Consumption is Booming During the Pandemic (Episode 204)
The pandemic has changed consumer habits in a number of ways, including what we drink and even how…
President Biden Signs PPP Extension Into Law, Application Deadline Now May 31
On Tuesday, President Biden signed a bill extending the the deadline to apply for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)…