Posts written by Becky McCray

A Rural Small Business Easter Chick Program Answers the Question, Which Comes First?

Everyone loves little Easter baby chicks. But selling chicks to unprepared parents wasn’t a great way to bond.

Champing: An Inspired Idea for a Small Town or Rural Business

A heavenly tourism-related business idea that is like camping in a church.

How Small and Rural Towns Can Attract, Retain Millennials | 2017

Millennials to start businesses. Small and rural towns want new businesses. Here are ideas for matching up the two.

How Big Box Retailers are Hurting, How Small Town Retailers Can Benefit

How Small Businesses Are Succeeding in Very Small Towns

Top Small Town and Rural Small Business Trends For 2017

It Takes a Village of Business Owners Working Together to Make a Successful Village

How Beauty Salons Are Small Town, Small Business Incubators

Beauty salons are hidden business development assets in small towns — and big cities.

Diversification | Small Town, Small Shop Retailing Trend Watch 2016

U.S. Resources for Small Business: USDA Rural Development

How Local Merchants Can Benefit From Big Events That Draw People From Far Away

Big events provide a great opportunity for local shops and restaurants to boost their sales and introduce their stores to potential customers.

Why Small Town Co-working is a Great Idea and How to Get Started

If you are trying to encourage the creation of new small businesses in your town, coworking is a smart place to focus.