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10/20/2026

The Boomerang

The author reflects on a cherished childhood memory of making a slingshot with his father amidst their dairy farm chores. A recent encounter with a boomerang triggers both nostalgia and a desire for family connection, emphasizing the importance of creating lasting memories through playtime with children and grandchildren....

The author reflects on a cherished childhood memory of making a slingshot with his father amidst their dairy farm chores. A recent encounter with a boomerang triggers both nostalgia and a desire fo…

10/16/2026

10/02/2026

Manufacturing takes more than engineering. It takes vision, problem-solving, and the business know-how to turn an idea into a thriving company. 🏭

For National Manufacturing Day, meet Brad, founder of AMS Galaxy USA, a manufacturer of precision dairy equipment helping farmers reclaim something invaluable: time with their families.

Growing up on a dairy farm, Brad saw firsthand how demanding the work could be. He wanted to help other farmers change that story through robotic milking technology. But when it came to running a business, he quickly realized that engineering expertise was only part of the equation.

That’s where SCORE came in. Through mentorship, Brad gained guidance in sales, marketing, accounting, finance, and strategy, the essential business skills that help manufacturers grow beyond the production floor.

“We wouldn't be where we are without SCORE,” Brad shared.

This National Manufacturing Day, we're celebrating the manufacturers who turn innovation into impact, and the mentors who help them build stronger businesses.

10/01/2026

New month, new opportunities to grow your business! 💡

Our October webinar lineup covers practical topics to help you work smarter, make informed financial decisions, and plan for what’s next.

👉 Swipe through to see what’s coming up, choose the sessions that interest you, and register for free!

We look forward to learning with you this month. 💙

10/01/2026

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

Real end-of-year SMB planning = no fluff.

What’s one unwritten rule you have for holiday prep? Drop it below 👇

09/28/2026

Pin it to the SCOREboard 📌

What's one skill Future You will thank you for learning?

We'll use the comment section as a sounding board to offer resources and support.

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Have something YOU want to ask other entrepreneurs? DM us to submit your prompts. 📩

09/24/2026

“Starting Mothership Coffee Roasters was personal for me.”

For Juanny Romero, coffee became a vehicle for creating the kind of connection and community she wished she had growing up. A child of immigrants from the rough side of Queens, she built Mothership Coffee Roasters around a simple mission: create meaningful connections through great coffee.

Fifteen years later, that mission has grown into six cafes, regional retail partnerships, and coffee sourced from women-owned farming cooperatives.

Along the way, SCORE has been part of Juanny’s journey, providing mentorship, encouragement, and the perspective she needed to grow from a passionate entrepreneur into the CEO of a multi-chain, multi-vertical business.

But for Juanny, success isn't just about how much the business has grown. It's about what that growth makes possible: supporting women coffee producers, investing in her community, and creating spaces where people can connect.

Her advice to other entrepreneurs? Embrace mentorship. The right guidance can help you break through limiting beliefs and see what's possible.

09/24/2026

Join SCORE Mentors on September 29 at 1 PM for their 'Beyond the Barcode: Manage Inventory, Navigate Retail Channels and Prepare to Scale' webinar! 🛍️

Discover how barcodes can support inventory management, prepare your business for wholesale distribution, and MORE!

Register here ➡️: https://f.mtr.cool/hpli68wfej

08/19/2026

One More Trip Down the Rabbit Hole

After ten months of cancer treatment, the author reflects on a pivotal appointment with a long-time doctor who suggested a break instead of further referrals. This empathetic gesture provided emotional healing, acknowledging the author's journey. Grateful for the support received, especially from Dr. Sharkey, the author feels a renewed sense of normalcy and relief....

After ten months of cancer treatment, the author reflects on a pivotal appointment with a long-time doctor who suggested a break instead of further referrals. This empathetic gesture provided emoti…

07/04/2026

I am feeling a bit nostalgic today. It being the fourth of July certainly has a lot to do with that. I am also experiencing optimism. In spite of the political climate, this is a day that reminds me that we can put all of that aside and do what we as Americans have always done. Pull together, ignore our differences, all all kinds, and find a way to narrow the divide that politics has created....

Wanderings of my mind.

06/28/2026

Don’t Let The Sun Set on Your Relationships

The author reflects on reconnecting with a long-lost friend after receiving a message from the friend's wife. Despite initial fears about the message’s legitimacy, they engage in conversation, rekindling a meaningful relationship lost over forty years. The author emphasizes the importance of taking action to maintain connections and encourages others to reach out to those they've lost touch with....

The author reflects on reconnecting with a long-lost friend after receiving a message from the friend’s wife. Despite initial fears about the message’s legitimacy, they engage in conversation…

04/25/2026

My Cancer Journey: Crossing the Finish Line

After seven months since his cancer diagnosis, the author reflects on the journey and the support received from family and friends. Although he faced uncomfortable side effects and weight loss, he recently learned he is cancer-free following a definitive blood test. However, he feels guilt recognizing others still struggle. He emphasizes the importance of being present for those battling cancer....

After seven months since his cancer diagnosis, the author reflects on the journey and the support received from family and friends. Although he faced uncomfortable side effects and weight loss, he …

04/08/2026

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04/07/2026

My Cancer Journey: Next Exit

Yesterday was the day Deb and I had spent the last eight weeks waiting for. It would be my two screening scans that we were counting on to tell us that I was cancer free. It turns out that on this cancer journey, it wasn't so much the exit ramp as it was another mile marker. The good news was that the tumor is gone, but the free and clear will have to wait....

Yesterday was the day Deb and I had spent the last eight weeks waiting for. It would be my two screening scans that we were counting on to tell us that I was cancer free. It turns out that on this …