Eight Relief Programs and Resources For Atlanta-Based Small Businesses and Staff Impacted by COVID-19
There have been a variety of unforeseen effects of the COVID-19 outbreak. For some, it has been the increased feelings of isolation due to social distancing. For others, it's having to move from the office to working remotely. Unfortunately, the impact for small businesses...
How to Support Your Local Small Businesses During The COVID-19 Epidemic
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Find Economic Relief for Your Business in the Wake of COVID-19 with These Resources from the SBA – Ashley Bell, White House Advisor
In today's special segment, we're pleased to welcome back Mr. Ashley Bell, who is the White House Policy Advisor on entrepreneurship and innovation. Ashley also serves as Regional Administrator for SBA Region IV, and today he discusses the federal and state resources that small...
IRS Defers 2020 Tax Payments by 90 Days Due to Coronavirus
At President Trump and the Coronavirus Task Force Hold Briefing on Tuesday, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced changes for tax season aimed at bringing relief to individuals and businesses during these uncertain times. While ordinarily taxes must be filed by April 15th--unless extra time...
COVID-19: Should You Close Your Business Doors?
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The Trump Administration Provides Economic Relief for Small Business Owners Through Low-Interest Loans
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5 Tips for Working from Home During a Quarantine
If you're staying at home to promote social distancing or as a way to help minimize the spread of a virus, it's important to remember that working from home can be very different from working in an office setting. Many successful professionals enjoy working...
Four Thriving Industries in Metro Atlanta in 2020 and Beyond
In 2018, Georgia came in as the top state in the U.S. for small business climate by the National Federation of Independent Business. In 2019, Atlanta ranked as the ninth-best city to start a business by WalletHub. Georgia and the Metro Atlanta area has a lot going for...
Four Business Trends That Will Define the Atlanta Market in 2020
A decade has come to an end. Nevertheless, every end signals a new beginning and nowhere is this truer than in business. Every year brings new business ideas, economic fluctuations, and emerging trends. However, these aspects are even more pronounced when we begin to...
How the Georgians First Commission is Working to Address the Issues Facing Business Owners – Scott Hilton, Executive Director
It wasn’t too long ago that only 1 in 20 workers needed a license or a permit to pursue their chosen occupation. According to the Institute of Justice, today nearly 1 in 3 workers need a license to pursue their dream career. The Georgians...
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