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Visual storytelling has become a vital aspect of modern marketing, offering a powerful way to capture and retain audience attention. By combining imagery, videos, and interactive elements, brands can convey messages more effectively and evoke emotions that resonate deeply with viewers. This approach not only helps in creating memorable experiences but also enhances brand recall and engagement.
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Paramus NJ, the beloved “Ice Cream Lady” of Paramus, Monica Pidhorecki, is back on the road after a devastating fire destroyed one of her trucks and left her home temporarily uninhabitable. Thanks to the generosity of local families, a fundraising effort has enabled Pidhorecki to continue delighting the sweet tooths of countless Bergen County kids.
Finding the right accountant for your business is crucial to ensuring your financial health and stability. Accountants are more than just number crunchers; they play a pivotal role in financial planning, tax preparation, and providing strategic advice.
With the right accountant, you can streamline your operations, comply with financial regulations, and make informed business decisions that drive growth. This guide will walk you through the essential steps and considerations in choosing the ideal accounting professional for your specific needs, helping you navigate the process with confidence and ease.
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The visibility of your local business online is crucial for attracting customers and driving growth. From understanding the importance of local keywords to optimizing your website for local search, these actionable strategies are tailored to help you stand out in a crowded digital marketplace. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your existing efforts, this guide aims to provide you with the tools you need to reach your target audience more effectively and carve out your niche in the local community.
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TRENTON NJ ,Two newly released surveys do not paint a pretty picture nationally or in New Jersey for the small-business economy.
Continue reading NFIB Report: Small Business Optimism Reaches Lowest Level Since 2012
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Providence RI, Citizens bank has opened its annual Small Business Community Champion Award Contest, which will again recognize the positive contributions small businesses make within their communities. Now in its seventh year, the contest will award $10,000 each to 30 small businesses across Citizens’ footprint, including 10 minority-owned and 10 women-owned businesses. This year, for the first time, Citizens will also set aside five of its 30 awards exclusively for veteran-owned businesses along with five other qualifying businesses. The contest is open until 5 p.m. ET on Feb. 1, 2024.
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Ridgewood NJ, with around 20% of new businesses failing within one year and inflation making entrepreneurship even more difficult, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024’s Best & Worst States to Start a Business to showcase the most fertile grounds for planting and growing new ventures.
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Trenton NJ, New Jersey Business & Industry Association President and CEO Michele Siekerka issued the following statement in response to today’s State of the State address by Gov. Phil Murphy.
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Ridgewood NJ, NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index decreased 0.1 point in November to 90.6, which marks the 23rd consecutive month below the 50-year average of 98. Twenty-two percent of owners reported that inflation was their single most important problem in operating their business, unchanged from October but 10 points lower than this time last year.
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Trenton NJ, with inflation slowing but prices still relatively high and the U.S. gaining 336,000 jobs in September, WalletHub today released updated rankings for its report on Changes in Unemployment Rate by State.
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Packaging is a common denominator across different industries. From essential products to luxury ones, all types of businesses use packaging to market and protect their product while in transit to the final consumer. Because of this, you will find packaging everywhere – in your cupboards, shelves, trolleys, and dumpsters.
Every company owner needs to be prepared to spend more than their fair share of money if they want to succeed. Despite the high cost of these investments, it’s a great way to build up your assets. Furthermore, there are some investments that are mandatory to have. Thing is, you’re not sure how to go about things. In this article, we’ll be going over a few investments every business owners need to be prepared for.
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From January 2021 through January 2022, over 5.8 million applications for new businesses were filed, according to Business Formation Statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau. New Jersey accounted for 177,506 of all new business applications filed nationwide over the same period, the eighth most among states. For those looking to bring a new business to Ridgewood in the near future, understanding the ins and outs of what makes a successful idea is a great place to start — from the needs of the community to a business plan and more. Continue reading Bringing a New Business to Ridgewood, NJ — Understanding What Makes a Successful Business Idea
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Ridgewood NJ, it’s no secret that in the past three years, the lure of remote working has never been stronger – and US individuals are increasingly turning to the gig economy and self-employment in order to achieve their re-shuffled priorities.
In 2020 alone, the gig economy grew by 33% (Forbes), and that rise of self-employment and budding entrepreneurialism continues to grow in 2023 – despite data showing that self-employed individuals earn considerably less on average.
The experts at Moneyzine.com just this month released a ground breaking survey that takes a deep dive into the job satisfaction, work/life balance, stress levels, and income of self-employed individuals and employed workers across the US.
Remote work and the gig economy has been an increasingly popular topic in the past few years as the aftermath from the pandemic left millions re-shuffling their priorities.
While the individuals that are self-employed in the US may be a small pool compared to the employed workforce (16.2 million vs 160.72 million), new research from Moneyzine.com has revealed that while self-employed workers earn, on average, less than employed workers across all states in the US – they also report far higher levels of job satisfaction, a better work/life balance, and less stress overall.
Nowadays, businesses must make their products and services more accessible – particularly for people with disabilities. Fortunately, a range of options are available to open up your business for people with different needs. From implementing technology solutions to tailoring transitions within the store, making your space more inviting to all customers is easier than you think! This blog post will look at some simple hacks you can put into practice to make your business more accessible for everyone — including those with disabilities. Read on to learn more and start building a welcoming environment today!
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