Small Business Stresses
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, being a small-business owner came with plenty of challenges, particularly in a world increasingly dominated by behemoths like Amazon and Walmart, and the rise of e-commerce. Enter a deadly global health crisis that necessitated stay-at-home orders, personal protective equipment, and months-long closures, and life for small-business owners suddenly became an experience ranging from overwhelming to downright soul crushing. Here are just some of the things that have made it tougher and more perplexing than ever to run a small business.
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