entrepreneurs
From Possibilities to Reality: Stop Waiting, Start Doing
Every small town has the same temptation: wait. Wait for the factory to come back. Wait for a big grant. Wait for some outside expert with the one right answer. I’ve seen it play out in hundreds of rural communities — no one is coming to save your town. You are. And the good news…
Read MoreWhat to do with a Community Action Committee
I love getting emails from small town folks who have seen or heard us speak, especially when they form committee action committees as a result! Rebecca wanted some next step help, and I was happy to share! Here’s her email: I was so inspired by your story and how you were able to change your…
Read MoreBut what about the cost?
The big idea at Franklin Street Relics in Natchez, MS, was to get more customers. The owner has 84 vendors, and they all discussed it among themselves. And they got stuck on how much it would cost. They’d have to do more advertising! And expand their ad region, which means more money. No one knew how to…
Read MoreConnect people to people for innovation
Connecting people to each other to find more innovation is a great idea to develop sustainable entrepreneurship in our rural communities. Why do we need innovation? Innovation matters for entrepreneurs because it’s the spark that sets their business apart and keeps it moving forward. Innovation helps entrepreneurs spot gaps and unmet needs in their community or…
Read MoreContent Creators Tour
Becky and I at SaveYour.Town love to hear from our readers about the things you are doing particularly if you read about it in one of our newsletters. Enjoy this story from Danielle, Director & Events Coordinator at the St. John’s Chamber in Lansing, Michigan. Entrepreneurs Revive A Town Deb & Team, I’d like to…
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