Small Business (SMB) Operations

Main Street tactics: staffing, scheduling, permitting, payments, and local marketing.

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Inside Small Business (SMB) Operations

Hiring & Scheduling Job posts, interviews, shifts, and labor planning for small teams. Payments & POS Checkout hardware, tap‑to‑pay, invoicing, and dispute workflows. Permits, Licenses & Zoning Local rules for signage, hours, occupancy, health, and building. Local Marketing Maps listings, reviews, flyers, sponsorships, and community outreach. Vendors & Inventory Ordering cycles, minimums, and simple stock control for busy owners.

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