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06/18/2026

🌪️ Hurricane Season Is Here — Are You Prepared?

The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. While forecasters are predicting a below-normal season this year, it only takes one storm to make a major impact.

If you live in a hurricane-prone area, now is a good time to review your emergency plans and make sure you're prepared before a storm is on the horizon.

Important contacts to have on hand:
📞 Your insurance company
📞 FEMA: 800-621-3362
📞 SBA Disaster Assistance: 800-659-2955

It's also a good idea to protect important documents, financial records, and business equipment before disaster strikes.

Learn more from the IRS:
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-reminder-protect-important-records-in-case-a-natural-disaster-strikes

Are you prepared for hurricane season? What steps do you take to protect your family, home, or business?

IR-2025-55, April 30, 2025 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that disaster preparation season kicks off soon with National Wildfire Awareness Month in May and National Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 4-10.

06/17/2026

🚀 Attention Business Owners!

What if your marketing was generating so many leads that your calendar looked like this? 📅

The truth is, most businesses don't have a lead problem—they have a visibility problem. If potential customers can't find you online, they'll find your competitors instead.

At Best Small Business Services, we help business owners:

✅ Improve their online presence
✅ Generate more leads and appointments
✅ Strengthen their reputation
✅ Grow their business and boost profits

Don't leave your success to chance. Find out what's working—and what's not—with our FREE Digital Marketing & Social Media Audit Report.

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📞 818-219-4165
🌐 www.BestSmallBusinessServices.com

Let's turn more clicks into customers and more prospects into profits.

06/17/2026

👩‍👧‍👦 Mothers at Work: Navigating the Work-Life Balance Challenge

Every mom works. Raising children is one of the most important and demanding jobs there is. For many mothers, balancing family responsibilities while building a career or running a business can feel less like balance and more like a daily juggling act.

The reality is that some days work takes priority, while other days family needs your full attention. Finding the right balance is an ongoing challenge that many working moms know all too well.

Whether you're a business owner, professional, or stay-at-home parent, this article offers valuable insights into the realities of work-life balance and the challenges mothers face every day.

Read more:
https://bigideasforsmallbusiness.com/mothers-at-work-navigating-the-work-life-balance-challenge/

Working moms: What has been your biggest challenge when it comes to balancing work and family?

Mothers at Work: Navigating the Work‑Life Balance Challenge - A look at how working moms are faring in the workplace

06/17/2026

💰 6 Best Payroll Services for Small Businesses in 2026

If you're a small business owner, payroll can be one of the most time-consuming and important tasks on your to-do list. Using a payroll service can help save time, reduce errors, stay compliant with tax requirements, and give you more time to focus on growing your business.

Whether you have one employee or a growing team, finding the right payroll solution can make a big difference in your day-to-day operations.

Check out CNBC's list of the 6 best payroll services for small businesses in 2026:

https://www.cnbc.com/select/best-payroll-services-small-business/

What payroll service are you currently using, and would you recommend it to other business owners?

Using a payroll service for your small business saves time and reduces the likelihood for error. Here are six of the best services on the market.

06/16/2026

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Hiring Your Child This Summer Could Save You Money

Many small business owners continue to face challenges finding reliable help. If you own a business and your child is looking for a summer job, hiring them may benefit both your family and your business.

Not only can your child gain valuable work experience, responsibility, and real-world skills, but there may also be potential tax advantages depending on your situation.

It's worth exploring if your business could use an extra hand this summer.

Read more:
https://bigideasforsmallbusiness.com/hiring-your-child-this-summer-could-save-you-money/

Would you hire your child to work in your business? Why or why not?

Hiring Your Child This Summer Could Save You Money - There can be benefits to your child and to your business

06/15/2026

🚨 Small Business Disaster Recovery Resource

Natural disasters can happen when we least expect them, and many small business owners don't know where to turn for help.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Disaster Help Desk for Business provides assistance with disaster preparedness, relief, and long-term recovery. They also offer an AI-powered chatbot that can help guide business owners before, during, and after a disaster.

In addition, the foundation has supported disaster relief grant programs for eligible small businesses, helping owners recover and get back on their feet after catastrophic events.

Being prepared today can make a big difference tomorrow.

Learn more:
https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/disaster-response-and-resiliency/disaster-help-desk-for-business

Have you ever had your business impacted by a natural disaster or emergency? What lessons did you learn from the experience?

The Disaster Help Desk assists small businesses with disaster readiness, relief, and long-term recovery.

06/15/2026

📝 Let AI Take Notes for You

Still taking meeting notes by hand? AI can save you time and help you stay focused on the conversation instead of worrying about capturing every detail.

Some popular AI note-taking tools include:

✅ Zoom's My Notes – automatically transcribes online meetings
✅ Apple AI Note Taker for iPad – great for meetings and conversations
✅ HyNote – turns audio recordings, meetings, and files into organized notes

There are plenty of other AI note-taking tools available, but the goal is the same: spend less time writing and more time listening, learning, and participating.

Have you used AI to take notes during meetings? If so, what's your favorite tool?

👉 Links to the tools are in the comments.

05/31/2026

🏪 Consumers Are Choosing to Shop Local

Supporting local businesses does more than help a single company—it strengthens the entire community.

According to a recent OnDeck survey, approximately $68 out of every $100 spent at local businesses stays within the local economy, compared to just $43 spent at national chains. That's a powerful reminder of the impact consumers can make when they choose to shop locally.

The survey identified the top 10 "Shop Local" states as Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Oregon, Virginia, Kentucky, Georgia, Nebraska, and Washington. Researchers also examined Instagram activity using hashtags such as and to measure local business support and engagement.

Whether you're a business owner or a consumer, supporting local businesses helps create jobs, strengthen neighborhoods, and keep more money circulating in the community.

At Best Small Business Services, we're proud to help entrepreneurs and small business owners grow through marketing, funding, and business support solutions.

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Source: OnDeck Survey www.ondeck.com/resources/shop-local

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05/20/2026

Help your employees become AI fluent with training from Google through Coursera. Businesses can take advantage of the Google AI Professional Certificate program, which includes 7 courses and more than 20 interactive activities designed to build practical AI skills.

The program is free, and eligible small businesses also receive 3 months of complimentary access to Google Workspace Business Standard and Google AI Pro.

👉 Learn more and get started below:

Explore training and tools to grow your business and online presence and learn digital skills to grow your career and qualify for in-demand jobs.

05/18/2026

The SBA now offers a portal that helps connect small businesses with verified U.S. manufacturers, producers, and suppliers. 🇺🇸

This resource is designed for manufacturers sourcing components or materials, product-based businesses looking for more reliable suppliers, and entrepreneurs interested in finding products made in the USA. The SBA also provides a helpful handbook with guidance on bringing supply chains back to the U.S., gaining access to capital, and strengthening business operations.

👉 Click the link below to learn more and access the SBA resources.

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