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The Simple Thing That the Owners of This Pizza Spot Do Every Day That Put Them on Yelp's Top 100 List Three Years in a Row

When the Farrugio family opened il Canale in Washington, D.C. in 2010, their goal was to make the best pizza in the world. Giuseppe Farrugio, who's...

18.04.2024 9

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When Customers Balked at High Prices, This Bubble Tea Maker Educated Them About Quality Ingredients. Now His Flea Market Stand Has Turned Into 3 Permanent Locations.

Mathew Wong, owner of Tea and Milk, initially struggled to meet high costs and customer demand when building his New York City bubble tea business....

15.04.2024 4

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Yelp Community Managers Share Their Best Tips for Black Shop Owners to Boost Business and Build Community

Telling your story is one of the most powerful ways to uplift your small business. When you share a piece of your life experience with customers, you...

25.03.2024 3

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The Counter Service at Yo' Mama's Is Just As Unique As Its Name. Here's Why People Come Back for the Experience as Much as the Food.

The environment at Yo' Mama's, a comfort food restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama, is just what it sounds like: a warm space that makes customers feel...

15.03.2024 10

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The Little Coffee Shop That Asks Customers Not to Be Quiet

Nirvana Soul in San Jose, California is not a place you go to bury yourself in a book or work quietly on your computer. Colorful artwork lines the...

09.03.2024 30

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How This California Hot Spot Grew From Delivery-Only to Pop-Up Shop to Storefront

Everyone always has a seat at the Segura family's dinner table. Miguel and Lisa Segura, owners of Miguel's Artisan Recipes in Clovis, California, have...

01.03.2024 5

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The Owners of This Texas Farmers Market Took a Big Gamble. Here's How It Paid Off Bigger Than They Dreamed.

Fall Creek Farmers Market in Humble, Texas, is not just a spot to stop by for your Sunday morning coffee and a fresh vegetable or two. Owners Jonathan...

23.02.2024 10

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How the Happiest Cafe in Virginia Beach Fosters Charm and Community

When Tomeka Wallace opened Happy Cafe in Virginia Beach, Virginia, she wanted to fill a coffee void. With nowhere in her hometown to get a cup of...

16.02.2024 5

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This Mom and Pop Ice Cream Shop's Success Comes Down to This Simple Phrase

"Be nice, be clean, and be present." This is the mantra of Philip and Sibs Harrell, owners of Sundae Scoop, a mom-and-pop ice cream shop in Virginia...

09.02.2024 5

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How Chef JJ Started a Rice Bowl Revolution in Harlem

When Chef JJ Johnson opened his first rice bowl restaurant, he set up shop in an area that doesn't see a lot of his kind of businesses. Where others...

01.02.2024 10

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3 Strategies This Vietnamese Noodle Shop Has Used to Thrive in Minnesota

In Twin Cities, Minnesota, Justin Bui and his family serve up authentic Vietnamese cuisine at MT Noodles. A favorite amongst locals, this noodle shop...

30.01.2024 7

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Inside the Spa Where Calming Treatments Are Served Up With Craft Beer

When Damien Zouaoui and Jessica French, owners of Oakwell Beer Spa, dropped everything to start a small business, they were looking for a grand...

22.01.2024 10

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She Cashed in Her 410k and Sold Her House to Fund Her Dream. Now She Has Ice Cream Shops All Across the Country — Including Disney.

Salt & Straw, a West Coast ice cream hub, has scooped up delicious and unique flavors in Portland since 2011 and is now celebrating its expansion to...

18.01.2024 7

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'Why Are We Shouting?' Inside the Online Community That Is Helping Entrepreneurial Moms Connect, Collaborate and Stay Sane

As a self-described serial entrepreneur, Jill Salzman struggled to balance her two businesses with her responsibilities as a mother at the beginning...

15.12.2023 20

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Inside the Resort Where Customer Service Reigns Supreme

Located in Chandler, Arizona, the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass is a resort that appeals to families, couples, and golfers alike. Bill Hunter,...

12.12.2023 10

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They Barely Had Enough Money to Set Up One Van. Now This Cleaning Company Is a Five-Star Operation With a Loyal Customer Base. Here's Their Secret to Growth.

Travis Minor and his brother took over their father's business, Bronco Pro Kleen, a little over a decade ago. At the time, they had enough money to...

01.12.2023 5

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She Was Down to Her Last $5. Now She Runs a Multi-Million Dollar Cupcake Business.

In 2008, Mignon Francois and her family of eight were down to their last five dollars when her neighbor put in a large order for cupcakes from her...

17.11.2023 3

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This Entrepreneur Needed an Affordable Vacation and Wound Up With a Thriving Business Idea

Sometimes, the best ideas for a small business can come from experiencing obstacles as a consumer. The idea for Boho Camper Vans started with co-owner...

13.11.2023 6

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How Reviewers Can Help Local Businesses Thrive

The power of online reviews to shape customer perceptions is undeniable in the digital age. What many business owners might not realize is that...

26.10.2023 72000

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How Reviewers Can Help Local Businesses Thrive

In this episode, Gwyn C., a Yelp Elite reviewer, reveals an insider's perspective on how she writes online reviews and provides examples about how...

26.10.2023 2

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Building a Tight-Knit Community as a Small Business

Thanat Tanchon (also known as Kru Chon) and Nate Bennett, the owners of martial arts facility Little Giant Muay Thai, decided to focus on one very...

19.10.2023 30

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The Opportunities We Unlock As Solopreneurs

When Angela Shen sold her food tour business, Savor Seattle, it wasn't an easy decision—and it involved many tears. After pivoting her business to...

12.10.2023 2

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A Culinary Renaissance in Southern California

Before the birth of his business, Viet Nguyen, CEO and executive chef of Kei Concepts, came to a crossroads in 2010. He had a background in finance...

05.10.2023 3

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Expert Advice for Supercharging Your Business's Customer Service Training

Excellent customer service is the backbone of any successful business and can help keep you top of mind for those looking for your products or...

28.09.2023 2

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