When small businesses succeed, workers succeed. 99.9% of all American businesses are small, and these #SmallBiz employ nearly half of all workers, while also creating two-thirds of net new jobs. #SmallBiz and their employees are the beating heart of our economy. Happy #LaborDay!

September is National Preparedness Month. The SBA is committed to helping businesses and communities recover and build resilience. Take steps to prepare. Make a plan, build a kit, and stay informed. Preparedness leads to strong recovery. #NPM24

Happy Labor Day from SBA! Today, we honor the hard work and resilience of those dedicated to disaster recovery and rebuilding our communities and businesses. Your commitment and effort are key to our strength and recovery. Thank you for all you do! #LaborDay2024

🌀🌪️ 🔥 🌧️ ⚠️ Disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, floods, and earthquakes can strike at any time. #BeReady and prepare your business by: ✅ Assessing your risk ✅ Creating a response plan ✅ Testing the plan Learn more: sba.gov/prepare

The next meeting of the Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development is next week, 9/10, at 1 p.m. ET! Join for important member updates, #VetBiz discussion, and a public comment period.

SBA 504 loans provide long-term, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major assets to help you expand your business! Find out how to apply: sba.gov/504

Free, live small business advice is available Mondays - Thursdays, 9 am - 5 pm ET. Our experienced SCORE mentors are ready to help you get started on your entrepreneur journey. Chat now: score.org/livechat-score…

Are you hiring employees for your business? Setting up a payroll system is a critical step. ▪️ Learn the basics: sba.gov/business-guide… ▪️ Get more help from SBA resource partners near you: sba.gov/local-assistan… #TuesdayTip 💡

☑️ Sole proprietorships ☑️ Partnerships ☑️ LLCs ➕ And more! There are many ways to structure your business. ▶️ Find out which option is right for you: sba.gov/business-guide… ▶️ Connect with your local SBA resource partners for more help: sba.gov/local-assistan…

✨ #WednesdayWisdom ✨

Through the SBA microloan program, small businesses and certain nonprofits can borrow up to $50,000 for startup and expansion costs. The average microloan is about $13,000. Learn more about the program and how to apply for a microloan: bit.ly/3AQjthQ

LAST CHANCE to join our FREE Virtual Empowerment Workshops! Gain essential tools to fuel your growth and pave the way for success. Tailored for native business owners and entrepreneurs. September 13-14 Pacific Time 9 am-3 pm PT Register here: nativesba.sisterskyinc.com/empowerment-wo…. #NativeSBA

🌎 Jeanne McFall is a champion of conservation and community, launching RIVHAB Engineering Design in 2019! She was named Idaho Small Business Person of the Year. Learn how Jeanne grew her #biz through contracting and an SBA-backed loan! instagram.com/p/C_ggR8aJKuB #WomenInBusiness

Tomorrow: Join SBA resource partner SCORE at 1pm ET and learn how to write a 1-page business plan! Register now: app.webinar.net/58g060kqz3X?mc…

📅 Save the date! National Veterans Small Business Week begins Nov. 11! Events focused on strengthening #VetBiz communities will happen all week long! Learn more: bit.ly/3qVz9M1 #NVSBW24

📊 A balance sheet is a snapshot of your business financials! 👉 Learn how to get started: sba.gov/business-guide… 👉 Get more help from SBA resource partners near you: sba.gov/local-assistan… #ThursdayTip 💡

This National Preparedness Month, focus on building resilience in your business and community. SBA offers resources to help you recover quickly and effectively from any challenge. Strengthen your plans today! #NPM2024

A business plan is your key 🗝️ to #smallbiz success! Get tips on how to write an effective one: sba.gov/business-guide…

💵 Funding options 👩‍💻 Mentoring, counseling, and training 📄 Government contracting assistance ➕ And more! Learn about resources to help you start and grow a business: sba.gov

📈 #GoDigital and grow sales! Explore Small Business Digital Alliance's library for resources that can help your business tap into e-commerce, digital marketing, and more. smallbusinessdigitalalliance.com