Most rural small business people are deeply involved in their communities, especially in economic development. To help you with that, here are my top three resources to help you learn more about rural and small town economic development. 1. Jack Schultz Boomtown USA blog The best mentor to small towns ready to grow. Jack Schultz […]
Archives for November 2006
Where do new business ideas come from?
Podcast: Gather up all those ideas for getting new business, asking for referrals, and finding new clients into one big file. Then when you need a new idea to grow your business, it will be right at hand. If you like this show, you may enjoy the group of experts on the Great Big Small […]
StartUp Kansas makes first financial award
Kansas has been making a huge deal of supporting entrepreneuriship as a major part of economic development. If you are looking for rural economic development ideas, look into Kansas’ new projects. StartUp Kansas, the financial arm of Network Kansas, has made its first financial award. Dan Thalmann, who has been at the Washington County News […]
It’s Friday – Let’s brag!
UPDATED with new Brags below! Oh my gosh, it’s Friday, so here’s the brag basket! Your weekly chance to share something terrific with the world (or at least a small and understanding community of small biz people). Post a comment and brag about your small business, your community, your volunteer efforts, or anything! Tell us, […]