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Don’t Let Your Life’s Work Disappear: A Small Business Owner’s Guide to Succession Planning

by Mark Masterson | Jul 30, 2025 | Blog

You’ve poured your heart, soul, and savings into building your business. Your business isn’t just a company — it’s your legacy. But here’s a hard truth: 70% of family businesses don’t survive to the second generation. And for businesses...

Don’t Let Pennsylvania’s New Business Rule Catch You Off Guard: Your Quick Guide to Annual Reports

by Mark Masterson | Jun 9, 2025 | Blog

What’s This All About? Pennsylvania used to only require businesses to check in every 10 years. Now they want to hear from you annually, just like most other states. Think of it as a yearly “wellness check” for your business. This applies whether...

Small Business Hiring Guide: Best Practices & Local Opportunities

by Mark Masterson | May 5, 2025 | Blog

As a small business owner, finding and retaining talented employees can be one of your greatest challenges. The right hiring practices not only save you time and money but also build the foundation for your company’s growth and success. This guide provides...

2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh: A Golden Opportunity for Local Businesses

by Mark Masterson | Apr 11, 2025 | Blog

Great news for Pittsburgh’s business community! The NFL Draft is coming to our city in 2026, bringing with it not just excitement for football fans, but substantial economic opportunities for local businesses. The NFL has announced a procurement program...

The 6-Question Business Plan: A Simple Guide for New Entrepreneurs

by Mark Masterson | Mar 6, 2025 | Blog

Dreading the thought of writing a business plan? You’re not alone. Many new business owners put it off or skip it altogether because it seems overwhelming. But creating a solid plan doesn’t have to be complicated. You can build an effective business plan...

Work Smarter, Not Harder: A Small Business Owner’s Guide to AI in 2025

by Mark Masterson | Feb 1, 2025 | Blog

Running a small business means wearing many hats. But what if you could clone yourself to handle the endless stream of emails, social media posts, and customer questions? While we can’t actually clone you (yet!), AI tools can help you get more done with less...
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