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How AI Is Powering the Next Wave of Small-Business Growth

  By Cameron Nyack:  Why Entrepreneurs and Small Companies Are Embracing Artificial Intelligence Faster Than Ever Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic tool reserved for large corporations with deep pockets. A new LinkedIn study reveals something remarkable: small-company owners, employees, and even aspiring entrepreneurs are adopting AI at record-high rates, and it's reshaping how businesses start, operate, and grow. While concerns persist about AI replacing human jobs, the data shows an often-overlooked truth: AI is now a significant driver of employment and business creation , not just automation. The rise of AI is fueling new startups, empowering lean teams, and opening doors for individuals who previously lacked the resources to launch a business. AI Adoption Is Surging Among Small Businesses According to LinkedIn's new findings, small companies are leading the charge in practical, hands-on AI adoption. While some may worry about integration hurdles or learnin...

Why SMB Challenges Will Intensify: The 2026–2028 Outlook Every Business Leader Must Prepare For

  By CameronNyack.com      Small and medium-sized businesses are heading into a period of extraordinary change. Amid volatile economic conditions, rapid technological change, workforce upheavals, and razor-thin margins, the next three years will test even the healthiest companies. The signs are clear: the challenges facing SMBs from 2026–2028 will not simply be extensions of today’s issues—they will be intensified versions, shaped by structural economic, technological, and labor-market forces that are accelerating simultaneously. Below is a comprehensive look at why these pressures are likely, what is driving them, and how business owners can begin preparing now. 1. Economic Volatility Will Continue to Disrupt SMB Stability While many hope for a return to economic predictability, forecasts suggest a more turbulent road. Analysts continue to warn that the global economy is shifting in ways that will prolong fluctuations across interest rates, consumer demand, pric...