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By Emily Lauderdale

Emily is a news contributor and writer for SelfEmployed. She writes on what's going on in the business world and tips for how to get ahead.

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Chase Survey: Only 8% Of Owners Are Fully Prepared For Business Succession

May 7, 2026

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How Small Businesses Are Cutting Costs and Plastic Waste With a Commercial Water Dispenser

May 6, 2026

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Trump Names Ohio’s Mark Lamoncha 2026 Small Business Owner Of Year

May 6, 2026

Meta Business AI Hits 10 Million Weekly Chats As 8 Million SMBs Use Its Ad Tools

May 5, 2026

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What Is a 1099-R? A Plain-English Guide for Self-Employed Filers

May 1, 2026

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7 Top Cheapest Virtual Business Address Services for Self-Employed in 2026

April 30, 2026

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BofA Report: Small Business Payroll Shrinks for Third Straight Month

April 28, 2026

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FTC Forces Rollins to Drop Noncompetes for 18,000 Pest-Control Workers

April 27, 2026

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How to Start a Consulting Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

April 23, 2026