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07/27/2020

07/09/2020

Who's really making money here?

Despite their financial struggles, new food-delivery apps are acting as middlemen and taking a cut from both ends.

06/24/2020

Google My Business is predicting a slow path for business recovery. What does that mean for you?

Last month, we shared the results of a study of consumer behavior in the first phase of the pandemic. The study based its findings on analysis of Google My Business Insights data for multi-location…

06/12/2020

As restaurants begin to open their doors to in-door dining we can all do our part to help them be successful.

1. If you're an owner or manager, please be sure you create a safe environment for all patrons regarding the CDC guidelines. Make contactless ordering and paying a priority. Third party systems are fine, just remember that you will be paying a percentage of every order to them.

2. If you're a patron, please order directly from the restaurant instead of ordering from a third party service (i.e Ubereats, Grubhub,etc)., this helps the restaurant keep more of your money in-house. **Note** If they don't offer the ability for you to order and pay online be sure to recommend that they do.

I realize that many folks want to get out and test the waters, just keep mind that we're all still learning how to navigate this "new normal". It's gonna take some patience, understanding and some sacrifices by us all to get through this.

05/19/2020

Keep It Local | Howard Bank https://bit.ly/2ZjvkQD

It’s baaaack!! At Howard Bank, we care about here and our mission “to build enduring legacies for our customers, our employees and our community” doesn’t stop in times of uncertainty. In fact, the tough times make us work even harder.

05/04/2020

Retailer Ulta Beauty is offering curbside service in 26 states starting to reopen more businesses, according to CEO Mary Dillon. Customers will call the store to announce their arrival outside after placing an order for pickup online.

05/02/2020

Business is gonna be changed... Here's what McDonald's is doing. Are you positioning your company to compete in the "new" normal? Need help?...contact us!

McDonald's is testing a new restaurant focusing on social distancing and safety in the Netherlands amid the COVID-19 outbreak.

04/28/2020

Facebook is roiling out video conferencing...you're already on it so you should start using this tool!

Facebook launches Messenger Rooms - group video calls for up to 50 people - to help users connect during the pandemic.

04/03/2020

Be sure to apply for your SMB loan...

Congress has made $349 billion available in loans to small businesses, much of which may be forgivable. Here's what to know about how this might work for your small business.

12/17/2019

The future needs more black businesses...ain't that the truth!😉

Investment in Black entrepreneurs is a path towards closing the wealth gap, strengthening communities, and creating economic opportunities for everyone. The future, therefore, relies on creating access for Black entrepreneurs. But how do we get there?

02/14/2019

Square becomes a bank...

Payments company Square Inc is launching a free debit card for small businesses ...

02/04/2019

If you run a service company and list your services on "Google My Business" you need to be aware that your leads may be being stolen...see the full story here===>

Google is inserting links to a third party on GMB profiles. Are your competitors receiving your leads when when your customers submit service requests?