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We All Make Big Assumptions. Some Are Wrong

I wish I knew how to uncover them.

I Recently Decided to Change My Business Support Group 

I couldn’t sleep the night before I made the switch, but I’m confident it was the right decision.

Big Changes Are Coming to the SBA. That’s a Good Thing

Yes, getting an SBA loan will get more difficult, but the long-term viability of the agency will be protected.

An Entrepreneurial Community Built on Grit

Late one night, I started a WhatsApp group for Entrepreneurs’ Organization members having a tough time. Slowly and steadily, an engaged community has taken hold.

The Economic World Is Shifting Once Again

Trade wars may be beyond the control of business owners, but there are things owners can control.

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Last Week, A Lot Changed at the SBA

With new responsibilities but far fewer people, the agency faces an uncertain future.

Yes, the Chaos Is Frightening

Our job as entrepreneurs is to stay focused and not let the noise derail us.

The SBA Should Not Be Defined by Fraud

When evaluating the program, it’s important to separate what’s fraudulent from what’s just bad policy.

How Is The Chaos in Washington Affecting the SBA?

There's a lot of confusion about what's happening in Washington. Here's what I think it means for the SBA.

Some Things Just Cannot Be Measured

This year, we are going to invest in employee-training programs. It’s an important initiative, but tracking its results, and its ROI, would be difficult.

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