Upwork announced a new set of tools and partnerships designed to transform how companies and freelancers hire and work. This announcement was made during the first edition of Upwork Updates: Spring 2024, a semi-annual product showcase. The highlight of this Spring’s update is Uma, the new AI developed by Upwork. Built on advanced language models…
Over the course of the past couple of decades, outsourcing has become one of the most hotly debated topics in American politics. Nobody likes to see jobs go overseas, and lawmakers love to use a firm stance against the threat of outsourcing as a rallying point for their wider business agendas. But in the realm…
California’s restaurant scene is bracing for another financial hit this summer when a new law is set to shake up menu prices. Fox Business reports that following the recent increase in the state’s minimum wage to $20, fast-food chains have already adjusted their pricing. Now, with a new law targeting “junk fees” slated to take effect…
Major press features can make a huge impact on small businesses. But securing these features is often challenging. That’s where working with professionals, like the team at Everything Branding, can help. Learn more about the company and what sets it apart in this week’s Small Business Spotlight. What the Business Does Provides public relations services.…
A ban on polystyrene went into effect for small businesses in San Diego in April. Polystyrene is a synthetic polymer sometimes colloquially called Styrofoam, especially in the U.S. The move means more costs for small businesses in that California community. “Polystyrene plastic foam is one of the biggest sources of marine litter and costs the…
New laws on the books in Massachusetts are threatening the future of some historic local tobacconist businesses. Following a landmark decision by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, several Greater Boston towns are adopting something known as a generational tobacco ban. As reported by Cigar Aficionado, the legislative actions are setting a precedent that could influence…
Dropshipping is a retail fulfillment method where a store doesn’t keep the products it sells in stock. Instead, when a store sells a product, it purchases the item from a third party and has it shipped directly to the customer. As a result, the merchant never sees or handles the product. We’ve researched 25 great…
We’re living in frenetic times. Amid all the busyness and the FOMO, you may also feel directionless and overwhelmed. Maybe you know there’s more to life, but you have no idea what that “more” is. Maybe you sense there’s a message you need to hear, but the noise of everyday life is drowning it out.…
Amazon is adding a new location to its drone delivery service. The Amazon Drone Delivery Program will be based in Tolleson, Arizona. Packages will be delivered to West Valley customers in less than an hour using the super-fast delivery option. The drone program started in 2022 in College Station, Texas, and Lockeford, California. It has…
AI is set to supercharge small business marketing. By analyzing customer data, AI will help you personalize outreach and target ideal audiences with laser focus. Strategic Marketing West 2024 will have the leading experts in the field from the top companies in the world to deliver insights into the application of this technology. You will…
