America's Favorite Mom & Pop Shops: Page 3

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Get Fit at One of America's 15 Favorite Local Fitness Spots

Whether you're dancing, boxing, doing yoga or lifting weights, these mom & pop establishments will get you moving.

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From Fresh Midwestern Milk to Specialty Candies, These Are America's 15 Favorite Food and Drink Shops

There's nothing like a mom & pop shop to serve up the region's delicacies.

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Need Some Help Around the House? America's 15 Favorite Home Service Mom & Pops Are Up to the Task

Whether you're looking for new countertops or a hydroponic plant garden, check out these local businesses.

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If You're Staying Out Late, Make Sure It's at One of America's 15 Favorite Local Nightlife Spots

It's just more fun when you're partying at a mom & pop.

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Whether You're Looking for Rare Records or Handmade Glassware, Check Out America's 15 Favorite Mom & Pop Retail Shops

If you're into unique gifts and supporting local artisans, these local retail establishments are for you.

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This Tattoo Artist Was Frustrated With His Industry's Business Model, So He Started a Studio That Does Things Differently

It's not easy for mom-and-pops to take risks, because they rarely have a safety net to fail. But there are ways to innovate cautiously. Just ask the founder of All My Heart, a tattoo studio on this year's list of America's Favorite Mom & Pop Shops.

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Worker Demographics Changed During the Pandemic. To Find Quality Labor, You Should Be Doing This.

Small businesses are struggling to find the talent. But experts say to flip the conversation.

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How to Become the Most Valuable Employee At Your Company

We asked owners on our list of America's Favorite Mom & Pop Shops to tell us about their MVP team members.

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Bad Reviews Can Destroy a Small Business. But If You Get One, Here's How to Bounce Back.

A one-star review can hurt your ego — and your business. But it's possible to prevent (and remedy!) this scary scenario.

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How to Ask Friends and Family for Money Without It Getting Awkward

Your friends-and-family fundraising round doesn't have to be scary, says celebrated investor Mike Maples Jr.

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How Small Businesses Can Score Big Marketing Wins Without Much Money

Just because you're a mom and pop with a limited budget doesn't mean you can't make a splash.

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How Savvy Small Business Owners Can Negotiate High Rent

Start asking your landlords questions, experts say.

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She Let Emotions Guide Her Business Decisions, and Her Company Failed. Now She Helps Owners Make More By Controlling Their Feelings.

Ciara Stockeland teaches founders how to "manage margins without emotions."

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These Founders Had an 'Icky Feeling' as Their Startup Soared to a $12 Billion Valuation. Now They're Getting Raw and Honest About What Went Wrong.

Faire is a platform for small businesses, but it grew big the wrong way — almost becoming a $12 billion wreck. Here's how it fixed the problem, and why you should think twice before skyrocketing.