Through all of the challenges and hardships of 2020, small businesses have exhibited more resilience and strength than ever. With that, this year has also produced an abundance of priceless advice and tips from business owners across the country. Check out the most valuable insights we heard in our interviews throughout the year. 1. Be… Read more
Nestled in the quaint Chicago suburb of Evanston stands Hecky’s Barbecue. The neighborhood barbecue joint has been humbly rooted at the same street corner since 1983 when it first opened with no more than $100 in the cash register. Named Best Suburban barbecue by Better Magazine, Hecky’s attracts locals for its mastery of southside Chicago-style… Read more
Specialty coffee roaster and military veteran Luis Arteaga never thought he would own a coffee shop, let alone roast his own beans. Before taking over Calusa Coffee Roasters—a small-batch, specialty coffee roaster and coffee shop in Oakland Park, Florida—Arteaga served in the Marine Corps for six years. While searching for work after returning home, Arteaga… Read more
Latinx-owned businesses have a powerful, widespread impact on local communities. In fact, the Latinx business community has opened more small businesses than any other demographic in the United States. Three successful Latinx restaurants shared their wisdom with us, opening up about their backgrounds, challenges, and the highlights of being a business owner. From giving tips… Read more
As Dave Puncochar was fixing up his old Victorian home, he was intrigued by a niche subculture: the salvaging and repurposing of old wood. This art form takes underappreciated lumber and polishes it up to be used again for furniture, flooring, decorative accents, and more. With a newfound admiration for the unique, weathered touch that… Read more
With most restaurant dining rooms closed across the country due to COVID-19, it’s no surprise that takeout activity is through the roof. Strong demand for favorites like pizza and wings are driving a lot of business to restaurants in those categories, as evidenced by the fact that chicken-wing restaurants and pizzerias are up 93 percent… Read more
Black History Month is a wrap, but the influence that Black-owned businesses have on our communities carries on throughout the year. We checked in with successful Black-owned businesses across the country—from juices and gourmet goods in Brooklyn to lashes and beauty in Charleston—and compiled some of our favorite business insights, advice, and stories. Who they… Read more
Queneesha “Q” Meyers of Q’s Cakes and Sweets Boutique Out of the millions of local businesses on Yelp, many are owned by hard-working ladies. To celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th and Women’s History Month this March, we’re calling attention to some of the most amazing local spots in Albuquerque that are run… Read more
Today, Yelp revealed the Top 25 Record Stores in Canada and in the US in recognition of Record Store Day. In further celebration of these local hubs and music hustlers we’re also dropping a spotlight on the people who keep record stores vibrant: musicians and biz owners. We chatted with Bob Nastanovich of Pavement and… Read more
Allow us to introduce Eric Fossett, the owner Scottie’s Deli in Oklahoma City. Scottie’s Deli was founded in 2017 in the tradition of Italian, Jewish and German delis, and serves sandwiches created from meats that are cured, smoked and cooked in-house. In addition, Scottie’s serves scratch-made soups, salads, and family take-home meals. Eric was a… Read more