Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene

Workforce Updates

How to Minimize Busy Work that Harms Productivity for Your Team

July 08, 2025

More than half of U.S. workers spend much of their time on low-value tasks—leading to frustration, burnout, and lower productivity. Many employees say they have too much "busy work," that give the illusion of productivity but have little value or purpose. According to ResumeNow’s recent Productivity Drain Report, 51% of workers said their workdays typically involve busy work—some spend several days a week on these kinds of tasks.

Disaster Preparedness

25 Disaster Recovery Statistics That Prove Every Business Needs a Plan

July 08, 2025

Despite advances in business continuity technologies, the latest disaster recovery statistics reveal that modern businesses still face costly interruptions due to a variety of threats, ranging from ransomware to hardware failure.

Webinars, Workshops & Forums

A Guide to Keeping Your Business in Compliance…Without Breaking the Bank

July 08, 2025

The next Acuity Business Pass seminar will help participants understand when and how to address key legal requirements as they establish and grow their business.

Grants & Funding

WomensNet Grant Opportunity for Women-Owned Animal Services Businesses

July 08, 2025

WomensNet is offering its monthly business specific $10,000 grant for providers of the following services: animal rescue, veterinarian, dog walker, animal shelter, pet groomer & stylist, pet supplies/food, pet boarding, wildlife services, and animal trainer.

Economic Scene

Workshop: Bridging Finance and Operations in a Manufacturing Business

July 08, 2025

The Southeast Volusia Manufacturing & Technology (SEVMTC) coalition is offering a workshop designed for non-accounting managers and finance counterparts to help align conversations for more effective operations in manufacturing businesses.

Grants & Funding

Allstate Main Street Boost Camp Accelerator & Grant Program

July 02, 2025

With $1.26 million in available funding, The Allstate Main Street Grants Program, presented in partnership with Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) initiative is designed to invest in local businesses that power Main Streets across America.

Marketing & Strategy

A Masterclass in Disrupting an Established Industry

July 02, 2025

In the next C-Suite to Main Street U.S. Chamber of Commerce series, A Masterclass in Disrupting an Established Industry, hear from Adam Goldberg, founder of PopUp Bagels. Goldberg, a seasoned entrepreneur, is driven by a lifelong passion for food and hospitality and has made it his mission to redefine the traditional bagel experience.

Government Contracting

Learn How to Certify Your Business to Compete for Federal Contracts

July 02, 2025

Certification programs help small business owners compete for and win federal contracts. Through the Small Business Administration’s MySBA Certifications, small business owners can apply for multiple federal contracting certifications with one login and one application.

Business News & Resources

A Guide to Tax Deductions for Home-Based Businesses

July 02, 2025

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has compiled a guide that breaks down the ins and outs of the home office tax deduction, including who is eligible and how to calculate your home-based business tax break.

Economic Scene

Florida’s Business Commercial Rent Sales Tax Eliminated

July 02, 2025

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a $1.3 billion tax relief bill (House Bill 7031) on June 30, which included the complete elimination of Florida’s Business Rent Tax (BRT). The removal of the BRT will become effective on Oct. 1, 2025.

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