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Whether it’s to stay informed or find inspiration, HoneyBook has got you covered with some of this week’s top entrepreneurial stories. Here’s what you need to know👇 📰 In Search of a Boring Business (NYTimes) There is a growing trend with people in their 30s and 40s abandoning the 9-5 grind and purchasing niche businesses in the pursuit of entrepreneurship. As the world continues to become more digitally connected than ever, there is something to be said for the appeal of a local small business you can own via acquisition. It’s an interesting case study in the element of community, having control over your career and the less glamorous side of owning a small business. https://archive.ph/AHuBj ⚖️ How AI is Leveling the Playing Field for Small Business to Compete with Industry Giants (MSN) AI can give small businesses the technological tools they need to compete with industry giants, helping them scale their operations, improve efficiency, and remain agile. With 2025 being seen as a pivotal year for AI, small businesses can disrupt the traditional barriers by leveraging AI tools (like those available on HoneyBook), driving growth and improving competitiveness. https://lnkd.in/ggRb7PS7 📊 Small Business Survey Data Shows Uncertainty is High (Yahoo Finance) A new survey finds small business owners were feeling uncertain of the future earlier this year, as they continued to deal with inflation and labor challenges. It will be important to monitor how the government addresses these issues alongside the other challenges and how they plan to support entrepreneurs. https://lnkd.in/gTr5zCsC 🔮 Aura is the Branding of the Generation (032c) How ‘aura’ became the new branding tool for Millennials and Gen Z and where small businesses can win in shaping their brand identity. From adapting to cultural shifts, embracing flexibility and tapping into the power of mood and aesthetic, entrepreneurs can leverage the idea of ‘aura’ and apply similar branding tactics to their small business. https://lnkd.in/gHTgCwjq

“I feel like folks are not talking about solopreneurs and small businesses and the use of AI. And how we can really unlock more six- and seven-figure businesses of one.” — HoneyBook CMO, Colleen Stauffer, in conversation with NYSE at HumanX. As we continue to champion our members in the world of AI, our focus remains the same: build solutions that work, with small businesses in mind.

If you're ever wondering whether something qualifies as a tax deduction, ask yourself this one question: "Do I need it to run my business?" Think expenses like: ✅ Office rent or lease payments ✅ Business travel and meals ✅ Contract labor and employee wages ✅ Software and tools you use daily (like HoneyBook!) Luckily, you don’t have to figure this all out on your own. HoneyBook’s Tax Hub offers tax filing education and resources to help make tax season as simple and stress-free as possible. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3DOEP0I #smallbusinesstax #taxwriteoffs #businessdeductions #taxes

Say hi to our team, including Mac Hughes, at this year's WPPI conference!

That's a wrap! We enjoyed our time at HumanX this week where HoneyBook CMO Colleen Stauffer took center stage to talk about building personalized AI solutions with small businesses in mind. Plus, we had the pleasure of connecting with HoneyBook member and owner of the Danger Booth, Zach Wolf, on the conference floor. There's nothing better than meeting members out in the market!

We're headed to Vegas for WPPI 2025! Stop by booth #730 from March 18-20 to say hello and learn how photographers are growing their businesses with HoneyBook—and you’ll have a chance to win a prize package of tools and resources to help you take your business to the next level! Will we see you there? Let us know in the comments.👇

Stop stressing over tax prep—do these three things instead: 👇 → Allocate revenue to operational costs, taxes, owner’s pay, and profit. → Save every business expense receipt (yes, every single one). → Set aside 20% of income for taxes. Save this video for later, and your future self will thank you. #taxseason #taxprep #taxplanning #moneymanagement #smallbusiness

Whether it’s to stay informed or find inspiration, HoneyBook has got you covered with some of this week’s top entrepreneurial and small business stories. Here’s what you need to know👇  Treasury Department Will Not Enforce the BOI Report Requirement for US Small Businesses (Entrepreneur Media) https://lnkd.in/gtcri2-h  Small business owners no longer have to worry about the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirement for U.S. citizens and domestic companies. The U.S. Treasury Department suspended the March 21st deadline after its legality was challenged in the courts. Trying the Mel Robbins Viral Morning Routine (Marie Claire UK) https://lnkd.in/gZ4b8gQm  Mel Robbins’ six-step morning routine has gone viral and may contain some habits that’ll jumpstart your productivity in the morning. Backed by science and containing bite-sized habits that can be completed without any equipment, give your morning a routine a refresh by following these simple steps. HumanX is Set to Become the World’s Most Important AI Conference (Business Wire) https://lnkd.in/gEz4VBVP  If you were considering attending the HumanX AI Conference, let this be your sign. Lean how to harness the power of AI for your small business and gain insights by joining the three-day event featuring 200 on-stage talks including HoneyBook's CMO Colleen Stauffer, 100+ interactive sessions and live demonstrations of real-time AI applications. Most Small Business are Maintaining their DEI Policies (Inc. Magazine) https://lnkd.in/g4yX_tac  An important trend to note in the entrepreneurial community is that despite political pressures, most small businesses are maintaining their DEI policies. This includes engaging with their local communities, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment measures and inclusive hiring policies.

Might just mess around and build exactly what you asked for. 😎 Here’s everything we just released—straight from your requests: → Payment status tracker: Easily track your payments from charge to deposit, giving you full transparency into the status of your funds. → Reply to all emails in projects: Now you can reply to any message in a project—not just the most recent one. → Home customization: Show, hide, and rearrange widgets to highlight the business updates that matter most to you—all in one view. And more! Explore the full list at the link: https://bit.ly/4iotZgz

Our very own, Colleen Stauffer, will be at HumanX discussing AI personalization for small businesses. We're looking forward to the conversation so let us know if you'll be there!