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How to Strengthen Your Business Plan Before Applying for a Loan
If you’re a small business owner or entrepreneur aiming to secure funding, having a strong, detailed, and compelling business plan is essential. But what does “strong” really mean in the […]

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Resources for Black-Owned Businesses in Michigan
Here’s the good news: The past few years have shown a significant spike in Black-owned employer businesses (those with more than 1 employee). According to the Brookings Institute, “from 2017 […]

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Michigan Entrepreneur Resource List
It’s not easy starting and running a small business. It takes hard work, knowledge, access and support. Many aspiring entrepreneurs don’t know where to turn to get started. Some small […]

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Mental Health Tips for Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship is a challenging journey filled with highs and lows. While it can be incredibly rewarding, the mental health challenges that come with it are often underestimated. Entrepreneurs face unique […]

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7 Things Small Businesses Can Learn from the Detroit Lions
“Same Old Lions.” Any Detroit Lions fan knows the expression and the feeling of watching the team lose game after game, season after season.