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15 Businesses You Can Start This Summer!

July 1, 2024

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Midnight Oil for providing the content on businesses you can start this summer.

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MIDNIGHT OIL
EDITION 260
RESOURCES & TIPS

Get tips for making this summer a success at our free, virtual Ready. Set. Scale. event on June 20.

Turn your business ideas into a reality this summer
Summer is the perfect time for entrepreneurs to launch new business ideas. Explore these 15 startup opportunities to jumpstart your entrepreneurial journey — from putting your own spin on a Marie Kondo-style organizing business to turning your love of dogs into a lucrative pet-sitting gig.

Social media tips + the latest small biz trends
Are you using your social media channels to sell products, or are you using them to entertain your audience? Find out why Sunday Swagger Founder and President Mark Carmona thinks the latter is a better strategy. Plus, hear our editors break down this summer’s hottest small business trends in this recap of our latest virtual event.

Expanding your business? Here’s what you need to know
Before expanding your small business, consider marketing, finance, and HR issues that could impact your growth. Make these key elements your priority for successful growth.
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Ready to launch your marketing & sales strategy? Download Brevo’s free e-book to learn more today!

QUOTABLE MOMENT
“With many consumers having the ability to work remotely and moving away from urban areas in favor of suburban and rural settings, we’ve seen restaurant operators start to prioritize smaller markets.”
— R.J. Hottovy, Head of Analytical Research at Placer.ai, reveals how remote work has ignited a shift in the restaurant industry, resulting in smaller markets getting bigger opportunities (and more Chipotles).

A MESSAGE FROM THE U.S. CHAMBER FOUNDATION

Check out this report to discover how proactive measures, can mitigate the economic impact of disasters and yield significant savings for your business.

How Communities, Businesses, and Families Can Improve Resilience
Disaster preparedness tips for the modern business owner
Investing in resilience mitigates damage, preserves jobs, and ensures economic stability. According to a report by Allstate, the Chamber, and the U.S. Chamber Foundation, disaster resilience and preparedness prove to be cost-effective strategies for communities and businesses. Every $1 spent on preparedness saves $13 in damages and cleanup costs, helping companies save big in the long run.

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Get the full report to discover how proactive measures, like adopting building codes and training employees, can mitigate the economic impact of disasters and yield significant savings for your business.

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