Small Business Center, Johnston Community College

06/16/2026

https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/north-carolina-eliminates-death-discount/

The Department of Labor will no longer reduce employer penalties for incidents in which workers died.

06/15/2026

The Small Business Center at JCC is a proud partner with the Launch JoCo program. Applications for the 2027 cohort are open now. Apply today or attend an information session.
launchjoco.org

🚀 Ready to take your business idea to the next level?

LaunchJOCO is now accepting applications for the Class of 2027, and we're hosting two information sessions to help you learn more about Johnston County's premiere entrepreneurship program.

Join us to discover how LaunchJOCO provides aspiring and existing business owners with the tools, mentorship, resources, and connections needed to grow and succeed!📈

📅 Virtual Information Session (Zoom)
July 15 | 6:00–7:00 PM
🔗Register at https://web.claytonchamber.com/atlas/events/launchjoco-information-session-6895/details

📅 In-Person Information Session
July 21 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Johnston Community College Workforce Development Center, Clayton
🔗Register at https://web.claytonchamber.com/atlas/events/launchjoco-information-session-in-person--6896/details

Whether you're launching a new venture or looking to strengthen an existing business, these sessions are the perfect opportunity to learn what LaunchJOCO can do for you. Apply today and start building your future! 💡

06/11/2026

https://www.entrepreneur.com/entrepreneurs/i-didnt-build-a-startup-i-bought-boring-businesses-with-predictable-cash-flow-and-it-paid-off-in-ways-i-never-expected

Everyone's chasing the next big idea. I chose a less exciting path and found something far more reliable and profitable.

06/10/2026

https://www.businessinsider.com/personal-finance/debt-payoff-tips

Here are six tips from financial professionals on how to get rid of bad debt before it becomes a bigger problem.

06/09/2026

https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-a-business/3-smart-mid-year-moves-for-small-businesses/504429

This year has been a mix of notable wins and enduring challenges for entrepreneurs so far. Take these three steps now to set your businesses up for a strong second half.

06/08/2026

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06/05/2026

Lending Leap: How better insights and a connected infrastructure can unlock small business lending (2 min read)
https://www.mastercard.com/us/en/news-and-trends/Insights/2026/lending-leap-how-better-insights-and-a-connected-infrastructure-can-unlock-small-business-lending.html

06/04/2026

https://www.circana.com/post/how-brands-and-retailers-can-score-with-global-soccer-fever

Global soccer fever is here — and brands have a real window to connect with fans. Circana reveals the watch party trends, merchandise spikes, and TikTok strategies that help retailers capitalize during tournament season.

06/03/2026

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/house-committee-oks-transportation-bill-that-cuts-wide-swath-across-trucking

A House committee took the first steps toward making the surface transportation bill a reality.

06/02/2026