Yearly Archives: 2018

Are Hispanics losing their identity? according to new data the use of Spanish at home by Hispanics is on the decline.

Older generations of Latinos in the United States use of Spanish in the home but these days it is becoming less common. Things are slowly beginning to change for Hispanics as they assimilate.   With over 37 million Hispanics in the United States who speak Spanish at home it is the country’s most common non-English language. But while the number of Latinos who speak Spanish at home…

Small businesses can greatly benefit from joining thier local chamber of commerce.

If you’re starting a new business or already have an established business, there are certain things that you need for it to become successful. Of course, you need customers to keep your business going and to make it grow. Another thing you need is to build relationships with other local businesses and the community that you serve. You can go out and drum up business on your…

With the future of small businesses always in doubt, Hispanic owned businesses are optimistic about it.

One of the fastest growing segments in the U.S small business sector are Hispanic owned businesses and what they think about the overall business climate matters. So, what do they think about the future? Hispanic entrepreneurs are increasingly optimistic about the future.   Bank of America recently survey conducted survey which found that Hispanic business owners are feeling good about the…

Hispanics in the United States are doing very well economically.

Economic growth and income mobility are two very important factors that demonstrate how well a certain sector of the population are doing. For Hispanics in the United States the news couldn’t be better as they are among the best performing groups in the country. Hispanics are climbing up the economic ladder just a little behind their white peers,…

Do we still need brick and mortar stores in todays age of the internet?

There was a day not that long ago that everyone had to go to a retail store when they needed something. Today more and more we are becoming used to the idea of ordering things online and just waiting for deliveries. We have seen the decline of some of the largest retailers brought about by…

Make sure your small business is ready for the holidays, don’t make these mistakes

Keeping a small business successful takes work which means you must stay on top of things all the time. This is especially important during the holiday season. The holiday season comes with its own unique challenges that need to be addressed. Don’t make these common mistakes that small businesses make during the holiday season.  Extra help isn’t…

American business can not ignore the economic strength of the Hispanic market and need to address it.

The Hispanic market in the United States has become a force that can no longer be ignored. Businesses of all sizes are quickly becoming aware of this and must adjust in order to take advantage of this vast market. Those businesses who do not recognize the potential are doomed to failure in the future.   Successful companies will…

Here are some great ways your business can give back to the community for the holidays.

Success comes in many ways and sometimes giving can help your business grow. Now that the holidays are here it is the spirit of giving that is at the forefront. Helping others in the community is a great way to demonstrate that your business is a part of the greater family. Here are some good…

Here are some inexpensive things you can do to get more customers during the holidays.

The holiday shopping season is here and for small business owners it’s time to make that final effort to get the most business before the end of the year. Most business owners know that marketing for the holidays is important and they devote a lot of time and money getting ready. Here are some inexpensive…

The Inland Empire in Southern California is an area rich in unique and interesting venues.

Most areas of the country have their own unique character and the Inland Empire is no different.  The Inland Empire runs along Interstate 10 east of Los Angeles and includes sections of Riverside, Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties in an urban area that now stretches east nearly to the Nevada border. Recently the area has…