Tips & Trends

Stay in the know about everything, from safety tips for travel or home-sharing, to new laws for startups that are disrupting industries.

The pros and cons of signing up with ride sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft
Being a driver for a ride sharing company offers flexible hours, extra money and the ability to meet new people. But there is a down side as well.
August 28, 2023 · 4 min read
Virtual tools for caring for your family remotely
Use video conferencing for staying in touch with friends and family, virtual doctor's appointments for health purposes, and online games for fun.
August 22, 2023 · 3 min read
The wedding business one year after shutdown: What's back, what's new?
The pandemic gave many of us a new perspective on what's really important, and the sentiment impacted today's weddings. Intimate gatherings have become more popular than lavish affairs. Is the trend here to stay?
August 16, 2023 · 4 min read
Heading back to the office: How to know when the time is right
COVID-19 vaccinations are being administered, and infection rates are down. What should small businesses be aware of when deciding when to return to the office?
August 15, 2023 · 3 min read
How one entrepreneur tapped into her culture to find a business opportunity
Tapping into your roots can provide entrepreneurs with ideas for their business. Yvonne Bulimo, founder of Zoezi Sports, used her Kenyan heritage to create a strong unique brand.
April 13, 2023 · 3 min read
Tea and empathy, making connections one scone at a time
Letting LegalZoom take over the more mundane elements of running a business has allowed Sugarbird Sweets and Teas owner Kei Okumura to focus on her passion for pastries and people.
April 13, 2023 · 4 min read
The 2021 guide to holiday shopping in a season of shortages
Worried about holiday shopping? Here are the shortages to watch out for and how to get ahead of them.
April 13, 2023 · 4 min read
Leveraging a family business to effect positive change
Through GenFree LLC and nonprofit Ready for the World, Mark and Victoria Thompson are creating a family legacy and supporting their community.
April 13, 2023 · 3 min read
Champion a prideful workplace through diversity and inclusion
Supporting diversity should be a year-round enterprise. In this month devoted to celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community, we offer inspiration for making the workplace more supportive and inclusive every day.
April 10, 2023 · 4 min read
Rethinking weddings in the time of COVID
Wedding-planning has been disrupted since early 2020, but that hasn't stopped enterprising couples from finding other ways to fulfill their celebratory dreams.
April 10, 2023 · 5 min read