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Why It’s Sometimes OK To Forgo A Business Plan

John Brinsfield and Fritz Steckler, co-founders of BrickTree Brewing Co. in Lincolnton, reveal exactly how they went about conducting market research, why they decided to forgo a business plan, and more.

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Budgeting For Small Business Expenses

Beth Sexton, owner of Bloom Market in Lincolnton, discusses budgeting for small business expenses, managing risk, and what makes Lincoln County such a great place for budding entrepreneurs.

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Persevering Your Small Business Through The Pandemic

Amber Prassenos, owner of Key2 Health & Wellness in Lincolnton, opens up about persevering through the pandemic, how preparedness and opportunity played a part in her entrepreneurial journey, and more.

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Learning Your Limits As A New Entrepreneur

Esther Blakely, owner of Cataloochee Valley Tours in Waynesville, sheds light on finding funding, learning about your limits as an entrepreneur, and overcoming unexpected administrative obstacles.

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Turning Your Hobby Or Side Hustle Into A Full-Time Business

Courtney and Spencer Tetrault, owners of Axe & Awl Leatherworks in Waynesville, open up about turning their hobby full-time, marketing via social media, and starting a business with your spouse.

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Understanding Risk As A Small Business Owner

Marta Lazo, owner of Lazo Insurance Agency in Lenoir, NC, sheds light on how to keep your customers happy, understanding risk in business, and how to build your best core team.

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Creating A Small Business With Longevity

Ryan Settlemyre, owner of Xscape Attractions in Hudson, NC, lends advice on creating a business with longevity, how to keep your employees happy, and finding success in Caldwell County.

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Finding Your Blind Spots As A Small Business Owner

Denise and Fulton Lovin, owners of the Horton Hotel in Boone, NC, provide insight into hiring the right people, work-life balance, and finding your blind spots as a small business owner.

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Find Your First Customers Through The Right Channel

Clayton Wilkinson, Owner of Taste of the Town discusses how he was able to get his first customers and gives advice about work-life balance as an entrepreneur.

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How To Turn Weakness Into Opportunity For Your Business

Robbie Freeman, Owner of Freeman Family Chiropractic discusses how to deal with weaknesses as an entrepreneur and gives advice about just getting started.

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As Your Business Expenses Grow, So Should The Value In Your Product

Brandon McKee, Owner of McKee Services gives entrepreneurs advice about money and about just getting started in Cleveland county.

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How The Right Resources Can Take Your Small Business Nationwide

Tammy and Stewart Cook, founders of The App Garden, discuss their entrepreneurship journey, starting and growing their business in Hickory, North Carolina. They talk about the challenges of scaling a nationwide business and the support that they’ve had along the way to do just that.

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