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A contributor to Entrepreneur outlines eight low-cost marketing strategies drawn from personal business experience and client work, arguing that tight budgets can push business owners toward more creative tactics. The first example details using auctions to sell inventory, citing Bidbus data showing auction prices rise 4.51% with two bidders and nearly 10% with five or more.
An Entrepreneur contributor argues that cybersecurity has become a fundamental business concern for small and medium-sized enterprises, not just an IT issue, as digital transformation expands both opportunity and exposure to attacks. The piece contends that most SMEs lack dedicated security teams and instead need practical, integrated guidance built into tools they already use daily.
Five small-business concepts that can be launched from a home setting are highlighted, reflecting a trend where nearly half of U.S. small enterprises operate from residences. This shift is driven by reduced commuting preferences and the desire to lower startup costs, with telecommuting facilitating various entrepreneurial ventures.
Policymakers and businesses are prioritizing the development of essential infrastructure, including water resources, to support the expanding AI-driven economy. Massive financial commitments are fueling sector growth and attracting state-level investments. Major corporate expansions are also being announced frequently as part of this push.
An Entrepreneur contributor argues that small companies often rely solely on the owner's memory to explain past decisions, which creates risk when the owner isn't available. The piece recommends three recordkeeping components—a regularly updated business plan, bookkeeping, and corporate records—to document a company's direction, actual financial activity, and the authorization behind key decisions.
A business owner with loyal customers and consistent content struggled to attract new clients, as her outreach was limited to her existing audience. An expert advised her that forming partnerships with other trusted businesses could expand her reach to new audiences. The article emphasizes that collaboration on social media can significantly increase visibility and trust, which are crucial for attracting new customers.
An Entrepreneur contributor argues that small businesses should treat every customer touchpoint, from storefront cleanliness to website usability, as part of a cumulative experience that builds loyalty. The piece recommends auditing the full customer journey to find hidden friction points rather than assuming where problems lie, and highlights culturally relevant campaigns and consistent service as ways to earn trust.
An Entrepreneur contributor argues traditional promotional social media posts—stock photos with a call-to-action—no longer engage today's audiences. The piece cites Get My Auto data showing car buyers now spend nearly two hours less researching online before purchasing, and notes rising adoption of Instagram, TikTok and Reddit among U.S. adults since 2021. The author contends businesses succeeding online now operate more like media companies producing authentic, behind-the-scenes content rather than polished ads.
Meta announced that its Muse AI agent is now available to small businesses, with new integrations for Shopify, Dropbox, Slack, Stripe, QuickBooks and other widely used tools. Muse can also connect to Instagram analytics, Facebook Pages and Meta ad accounts to help owners manage operations and find customers. The service is free with usage limits, with paid subscription plans for heavier use.
A Toronto BMW dealership's AI chatbot, named Quinn, texted a customer an offer of CA$27,162.79 to buy back his car — a figure that turned out to be his outstanding loan balance, not an actual valuation. A salesperson later tried to withdraw the offer, and the dealership only honored it again after CBC News contacted them for comment.
Entrepreneur's September 2026 issue profiles nine small businesses from its America's Favorite Mom & Pop list, focusing on how they designed their storefront signs to reflect their identity. Owners of shops like Latinx with Plants, Staci's Sandwich Joint, and Dead People's Stuff explain the reasoning behind their sign choices, from cultural symbolism to clean, glowing storefronts meant to draw in passersby.
An Entrepreneur analysis highlights how small businesses near World Cup 2026 host stadiums—bars, vendors, jersey shops and parking operators—saw sales rise 4.1% in June, outpacing 1.8% growth in non-host cities, largely due to a 16.7% jump in spending by visiting fans. The piece notes that nearly 500 terabytes of data flowed through host stadiums during the tournament, forcing local businesses to upgrade their own connectivity to handle surges in mobile ordering, digital payments and foot traffic.