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How to Create a Disaster Recovery Plan for Your Small Business by Allie Johnson

Any small business can get turned upside down by an unexpected event whether it’s from a wildfire or a hurricane. But having a disaster plan in place can help get you back in business quickly. In fact, lack of planning contributes to a surprising statistic: as many as 25% of small businesses never reopen following a major disaster, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This means that getting up and running again quickly is crucial for business survival. Are you Prepared???

Rhonda Zunker

Small Business Spotlight for July 2025 Balloon Man

Vivian Garcia

Helping Customers Move Past “Let Me Think About It”

Has this happened to you? Whether online or in-person, there’s a customer who lingers, hesitates. They’re eyeing your item or menu. They’re asking questions about it. You think they’re going to buy and then they walk away or abandon their online cart without making a decision. They don’t say no, they just don’t say yes. When you see someone who’s interested, but then walks away, it’s likely not your product or service that’s the problem. It’s the fear of a better option.

Christina Metcalf i

7 Creative Summer and Back-To-School Marketing Ideas

As summer hits its peak (yeah, it’s hard to believe) and the back-to-school buzz begins, this is the perfect time to refresh your marketing. It’s also a great time to connect with your customers in meaningful, fun, and creative ways. And you don’t have to be a retail shop to “sell summer” or “back-to-school.” No matter what your industry, aligning your brand with what your customers are already thinking about can drive real results.

Christina Metcalf

Texas Water Company’s Smart Meters Deliver Real-Time Benefits

Texas Water Company (TWC) believes once customers experience the benefits of Smart Meters, also known as Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI), they will welcome all this system has to offer.

Rhonda Zunker

15+ Inexpensive Ways to Advertise Your Business

You know the old adage, “It takes money to make money”? While that may be true, marketing and advertising don’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, some of the most effective ways to get your business noticed are either free or surprisingly affordable (especially with the technology available). Whether you’re just getting started or trying to grow on a tight budget, here are 15 creative and cost-effective ideas to boost your visibility and draw in customers.

Rhonda Zunker

K9 Country Club & Training Academy-Small Business Spotlight

Vivian Garcia

Are You Asking the Right Questions for Business Growth?

Growth isn't a passive process; it doesn’t just happen. Unfortunately, you don’t open a business and sit back and wait for it to grow. Businesses rarely go viral overnight and planning on doing so is like funding your retirement by playing the lottery every week. Business growth is a dynamic journey fueled by strategic thinking and insightful questions that help you see things in new ways. As a business owner, you're constantly navigating challenges and opportunities, not to mention the competition. But

Christina Metcalf

CTWP - Small Business Spotlight

CTWP: San Antonio’s Trusted Office Equipment Partner For over 40 years, CTWP has been a leading provider of business printing solutions, specializing in the sales, service, leasing, and rentals of copiers, printers, and multifunction devices. As an official dealer for top brands like Kyocera, Canon, Konica Minolta, Xerox, Brother and Wide Format blueprint printers.

Vivian Garcia

Stop Spinning Your Wheels and Start Seeing Results

Stop Spinning Your Wheels and Start Seeing Results! Has this ever happened to you? A brilliant idea sparks, you meticulously plan every detail, create beautiful spreadsheets, and envision the triumphant launch. Maybe you even practice a little Law of Attraction in your meditative practices each morning.

Christina Metcalf /Frank Kenny