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.
