Throughout July, you can trade in your vehicle during America’s Car-Mart of Joplin’s All American Trade-Up Sale! The vehicle trade is your down payment on select vehicles. And for each vehicle sold, America’s Car-Mart will […]
For anyone running a business, having a modern website should be a top priority, especially when you consider that, according to Blue Corona, between 70-80% of people research a company online before making a purchase. Another survey found “30% […]
Service Recycling is excited to announce that they are partnering with local businesses for gift card giveaways! As part of a promotion for their cardboard recycling bins, they’re asking community members to like, comment on, […]
The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will be holding several trainings throughout this month. Sign up for one today! Please know that the SBDC office hours align with MSSU’s hours. Currently, […]
With more than 70% of Americans and 80% of Canadians using some social media, social networks provide a vast opportunity to reach and engage your customers. That said, you’ll need to lay down some ground rules to ensure your business’s […]
By Kenneth Surbrugg, Business Consultant, Missouri Small Business Development Center at Missouri Southern State University When talking with entrepreneurs, I normally ask about their business plan. And more often than not, the business plan is just […]
Many small business owners feel the squeeze, with the inflation rate hovering around 6%. When costs rise, profit margins shrink, and owners must act to keep their businesses profitable. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, high […]
Registration is now open for the 2023 Joplin Polar Plunge, which will be hosted at Rivers Bend Family Resort on Saturday, November 4! This “unbearable” event is a unique opportunity to show your bravery as […]
The Best of Southwest Missouri, recently released their 2023 edition of The Best of Southwest Missouri, a magazine highlighting the most beloved businesses and places in our area. Over 3,600 businesses and organizations were nominated from 16 […]
Job seekers, beware. In the first three months of 2023, Better Business Bureau (BBB) Scam Tracker received reported losses of nearly $840,000, up over 250% compared to last year. With a median loss of over […]
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