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Starting and leading a new business during the coronavirus pandemic.
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)…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Federal Government Offers Deferred Payments on EIDL Program Loans (Episode 200)
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced it will defer the time period in which small businesses need…
Restaurant Revitalization Fund to Provide $28.6 Billion in Grant Funding to Restaurants Hit Hard by COVID-19
No question, the pandemic has taken its toll on a lot of small restaurants over the last 12…
Tune in to the Business of Music on StartupNation Radio
On today’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff chats with three entrepreneurs working to make a huge difference in…
Taking the Pulse: Private 5G
We asked IT decision-makers what would drive them to deploy private 5G. In the process, we discovered that…
Tips for Keeping Your Company Grounded During a Crisis
Being a business owner is one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences I’ve ever had the opportunity…
COVID-19 Exposed the Digital Divide: Here’s How We Can Close it with 5G
The pandemic has recast our view of internet connectivity for all as a critical component to an equitable…
After a Year of the Pandemic, Here’s What Consumers Will Prioritize in 2021
As we enter the second year of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, the global landscape looks much different than…
Grant Program Announced for Black Women-Owned Businesses in Detroit (and How to Maximize Your Chances of Securing Relief)
Small businesses make up an astounding 99.6% of Michigan businesses and 49% of the state’s employees—that’s 1.9 million…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Study Shows Americans Overall are Feeling More Hopeful During Pandemic (Episode 191)
On this morning’s WJR Business Beat, Jeff discusses Mindshare’s COVID-19 tracking study, which indicates the sentiment of American…
Why a Website is Vital to Your Startup’s Success in the COVID-19 Era
Over the course of the past year, COVID-19 shutdowns and the rapid transition to online business has brought about…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: How the Pandemic Has Reshaped the Media Business (Episode 186)
On this morning’s WJR Business Beat, Jeff discusses shifts in the media business as a result of the…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Study Shows Incentives are Needed for Return to Work (Episode 185)
On this morning’s WJR Business Beat, Jeff discusses results from a new Eagle Hill Consulting report, which indicates…
WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Positive Economic News (Episode 183)
To kickstart your week on a positive note, Jeff shares uplifting news about the drop in unemployment claims,…