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Talent: The Future Of Everything

Smart Mobility Today Host Cindy Polakowski talks with Samantha Sklarski from Astemo about the Engineering Careers Tour and about Astemo’s ongoing support for the program. More From Talent

Entrepreneurs Can Get Free Business Advice At Flint Library Event

The Genesee Entrepreneurial Network (GEN) Open Office Office Hours event is set to take place next week, offering local business owners and entrepreneurs free one-on-one consultations with industry experts. The event, hosted by GEN, will run from 1-3 p.m. on Thursday,...

California’s Gas Prices Push Uber And Lyft Drivers Off The Road

The highest gas prices in the country are making it tougher for some gig drivers to make a living. Gas prices have shot up amid the war in the Middle East. On average, California gas prices are the most expensive in the United States, according to data from the......

Preparing SMBs For A Hyperconnected World

The shift to hybrid and remote work has created new challenges for businesses of all sizes. Between cloud services, branch offices, and mobile users, it’s harder than ever to keep your business connected and secure. Especially with limited IT resources. With Check...

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SMB Digital Support

Email, cybersecurity, phones, and web hosting for one predictable monthly fee.

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Website Refresh

Upgrade your exisiting website to a modern, mobile-friendly site in WordPress.

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Digital Media Subscription

Promote your business with geographically-defined online radio and sociial media.

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Podcast Management

Take advantage of audio and video to tell your story and grow your business.

Microsoft, Google And Spotify Users Urged To Be Vigilant As ‘Critical’ Warning Issued

Jul 29, 2025 | Business, Cyber Security

PSN Technology Advisory: Security specialists at Check Point have issued an alert stating that individuals with Microsoft, Google, Apple and Spotify accounts are becoming 'prime targets' for phishing scams. Microsoft account holders should exercise particular caution,...

Marketing Online Doesn’t Have To Be Overwhelming

Jul 27, 2025 | Featured

Small business owners often feel overwhelmed by the prospect of engaging with digital marketing techniques. The ever-growing range of expensive tools, platforms and agencies can be intimidating, but the shift to digital marketing actually provides small businesses...

Why Failure Is Your Greatest Asset In Business

Jul 7, 2025 | Business, Failure

Too many people are paralyzed by the fear of making mistakes. They beat themselves up over small errors and allow self-criticism to prevent them from taking necessary risks. I’ve learned that this mindset is completely backward. Every super successful person I know...

Military Veteran Shares The Top Small Business Resources For Former Service Members

Jul 7, 2025 | Featured, Veterans

Getting any business off the ground is difficult work. But veterans have access to resources that can provide an additional boost and leverage their military experience. Veteran and former Congressman Patrick Murphy shared on the Big Idea podcast some of those...

AI As A Lifeline For Small Businesses Navigating Today’s Headwinds

Jul 7, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Featured, SMB

Running a small business today can feel like navigating a relentless storm. The pressures are significant, from tightening budgets and longer sales cycles to shifting workforce priorities and turbulent markets. Within this environment, we are seeing artificial...

Tariff Uncertainty Causes Real Pain For Small Businesses

Jul 7, 2025 | Featured, Jobs, SMB, Tariffs

Wednesday, July 9, is supposed to be the day tariffs are reimposed after a 90-day pause. Trading partners have started getting letters from the White House — including Japan and South Korea, where a new 25% tariff on goods from those countries will begin...

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