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Carrothers & Clough

Alice Carrothers, Molly Clough & Amelia Carrothers

OGDENSBURG — At Carrothers & Clough, PLLC, three women attorneys are demonstrating that successful legal representation is about more than understanding the law. It’s about understanding …
Thursday, October 29
Burke Counseling and Wellness

Angela Burke

CANTON — For Angela Burke, founder of Burke Counseling and Wellness, building a business in her hometown is about more than professional independence. It’s about helping people recognize when …
Thursday, October 29
SLC Arts

Erica Kelso, Alicia Murphy & Emilia Gatti

At the St. Lawrence County Arts Council (SLC Arts), we believe community doesn’t happen by accident. It takes vision, dedication, collaboration, and people who are willing to invest in the …

Thursday, October 29
Harris Medical

Mary Sue Harris-Foster, Christy McDonald & Helen Bush

POTSDAM — Harris Medical Supplies and “All About Me” Postmastectomy Boutique offer knowledge and compassion for customers in need of bath safety, mobility, ostomy, enteral feeding, and …

Thursday, October 29
Simplicity Boutique

Shelyn Peets

MASSENA -- I’m Shelyn Peets, and Simplicity Boutique is my happy place. You’ll find us at 51 Main Street in downtown Massena — a women’s boutique built around one simple idea: every …

Thursday, October 29
New Leaf

Genevieve Ramsay

HEUVELTON -- Have you been feeling overwhelmed or disconnected? If the heaviness of daily stress or old patterns are keeping you stuck, you don’t have to carry the weight alone. I’m Genevieve Ramsay, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and owner of New Leaf Therapy, located in downtown Heuvelton. My practice is centered around high-quality therapeutic care and authentic human connection. …

Thursday, October 29
Petals and Pecks

Marta Kowalski

CHASE MILLS --Every season, Petals and Pecks has its own bloom. Winter belongs to tulips, grown in a Chase Mills garage and sold under a simple promise: grown, not flown.   Spring follows …

Thursday, October 29
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Winning at business

Report: 82% of new small businesses have insurance, but many SMBs remain at risk

ERGO NEXT reports that 82% of new small businesses have insurance, yet 73% remain underinsured, often due to cost, confusion, and compliance issues.
Matt Crawford for ERGO NEXT
Wednesday, August 12

More than $5 billion spent by AI giants this year is aimed at implementation

ZoomInfo reports that over $5 billion has been spent by AI giants in 2023 on implementation, highlighting a shift in focus from model building to practical application.
Dennis Sevilla for ZoomInfo
Yesterday at 4:55 PM
D8TAOPS Brings Governed Knowledge to Amazon Quick, Now Generally Available in AWS Marketplace
(Troy Wyatt, Founder and CEO, and Dr. Navid Kalantari, PhD, Chief AI Officer, D8TAOPS) - Built with Mark Relph's team at AWS, the integration lets Quick customers govern the data and the agents …
Troy Wyatt, Founder and CEO, and Dr. Navid Kalantari, PhD, Chief AI Officer, D8TAOPS
3 days ago
(NewsUSA) - You have car insurance, pay your premiums and assume you're protected if an accident happens. But what if the coverage you rely on isn't enough to pay for a serious injury?For many …
NewsUSA
Tuesday, October 27
Should you have a dedicated domain for your Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales?
Wix reports that using a dedicated domain like .sale or .deals for Black Friday can help businesses stand out, but it's crucial to consider its long-term use and branding.
Sharon Hafuta for Wix
Yesterday at 12:35 PM
Zapier reports that 45% of executives limit human oversight of AI to high-stakes work, with many giving AI full autonomy, risking costly mistakes.
Lane Gillespie for Zapier
Yesterday at 11:20 AM
Mercury reports on essential payroll steps for small businesses, covering calculations, deductions, compliance, and the importance of payroll software to avoid errors.
Sal Sawler for Mercury
Yesterday at 11:00 AM
Year-end checklist for small businesses: 15 steps to start in November
Intuit QuickBooks reports that one in three U.S. adults plan to start a business in 2026. 
Katie Greene for Intuit QuickBooks
Yesterday at 10:30 AM
InCorp reports that sudden viral success can overwhelm unprepared small businesses. 
Yuliya Pearson for InCorp
Yesterday at 10:00 AM
Plus500 reports Thanksgiving significantly impacts economic trends, with rising travel and retail sales. 2026 expects 5.5% retail growth, driven partly by higher prices.
Matthew Adams for Plus500
Yesterday at 9:30 AM
Preparing your business for holiday cyberattacks
Jewelers Mutual Group reports that half of organizations face cyberattacks during holidays, urging strong security measures to mitigate risks and prepare effectively.
Chris Sellers for Jewelers Mutual Group
Yesterday at 9:00 AM
Shipley Energy reports that soaring data center demand is projected to increase U.S. electricity costs significantly, varying by region and regulations.
Lucas Winter for Shipley Energy
3 days ago
Validity reports on efficiently managing email campaigns for large teams, emphasizing clear workflows, defined roles, centralized tech stacks, and modular designs to enhance productivity.
Jessica Delahunt for Validity
3 days ago
Small Business Features

How to reduce finance tool sprawl in an early-stage company

Mercury reports that early-stage companies struggle with finance tool sprawl, which adds complexity and costs, and recommends consolidating financial workflows to streamline operations.
Naureen Aqueel for Mercury
Tuesday, August 11

How to manage the accounts receivable process step by step

Ramp reports that the accounts receivable (AR) process is crucial for tracking customer payments and ensuring steady cash flow, enabling timely operations and growth.
Holly Stanley for Ramp
Monday, August 10
Hiring a first employee before year-end? How to set up payroll in 8 steps
Xero reports that setting up payroll for your first employee involves eight steps, starting with obtaining an EIN and registering with state tax agencies.
Kassi Luja for Xero
3 days ago
How to get bonded quickly and keep your projects moving
Surety Bond Professionals reports that understanding bonding requirements is crucial for contractors bidding on government projects. 
Matt Leskanic for Surety Bond Professionals
Friday, November 6
The 2027 growth opportunity for e-commerce and why wellness brands are positioned to benefit
Passport reports that by 2027, e-commerce growth hinges on AI product discovery and cross-border commerce.
Casey Bright for Passport
Friday, November 6
How to manage cash flow with a business or corporate credit card
Brex reports that a business credit card can help startups manage cash flow gaps by allowing up to 51 days of interest-free payments, increasing cash availability.
Yolanda La for Brex
Friday, November 6
How AI is changing holiday shopping and what advertisers need to know
elk Marketing reports that AI is transforming holiday shopping, influencing product discovery and advertising strategies as consumers increasingly seek personalized gift suggestions through AI tools.
Ario Abbasi for elk Marketing
Friday, November 6
Entrepreneurship

Flat budgets, bigger targets: 7 ways businesses are finding money they already have

Higgsfield AI reports on how businesses with flat marketing budgets can optimize spending. 

Assyl Yespanova for Higgsfield AI
Thursday, November 5
Apollo reports that AI assistants are transforming sales analytics by shifting focus from traditional dashboards to real-time decision-making tools, enhancing reps' efficiency.
Caroline Hroncich for Apollo
Thursday, November 5

Companies spend six figures on AI. A third of employees don't know what it costs

Zapier reports that companies are significantly investing in AI, with 52% spending over $100K monthly, yet a third of employees are unaware of these costs.
Laura Kutch for Zapier
Thursday, August 6
Get Ahead in Business
The invoice-to-pay process explained for accounts payable teams
Brex reports that the invoice-to-pay process is vital for accounts payable teams, ensuring streamlined workflows from invoice receipt to payment, enhancing cash flow and control.
Yolanda La for Brex
Thursday, November 5
Ogee reports the clean beauty market is projected to hit $10.5 billion by 2025, driven by consumer demand for transparency and organic ingredients.
Taylor Audette for Ogee
Thursday, November 5
Global Payments reports six retail owners share tips for Small Business Saturday, emphasizing unique experiences and community engagement over simple discounts.
Vanessa Bridson for Global Payments
Wednesday, November 4
A guide to e-invoicing for accounts payable teams
Brex reports that many finance teams mislabel email invoice workflows as e-invoicing despite manual data entry.
Yolanda La for Brex
Wednesday, November 4
SOCi.ai reports a significant shift in local business searches, with AI usage rising from 9% in 2025 to 52% in 2026, though trust remains low.
Damian Rollison for SOCi.ai
Wednesday, November 4
Toptal reports U.S. job openings may stabilize in Q4 after a decline, with tech layoffs decreasing and job growth projected to level off, aided by strong GDP growth.
Chris Holloway for Toptal
Wednesday, November 4
Auto repair shop online marketing: 5 ways you’re losing customers without realizing it
Way reports five common online marketing gaps for auto repair shops that can lead to lost customers, such as incorrect Google profiles and unresponsive websites.
Shiva Kumar for Way
Wednesday, November 4
ERGO NEXT reports 15 marketing tips for Small Business Saturday 2026 to help local businesses boost sales, connect with customers, and promote community support.
Mary Beth Eastman for ERGO NEXT
Tuesday, November 3
The Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Hammer & Hope report on Black Americans experiencing severe economic struggles amid rising costs, unemployment, and healthcare issues, highlighting systemic inequalities.
Hadas Thier for The Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Hammer & Hope
Monday, November 2
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