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5 Ways to Boost Your Business Marketing with ChatGPT

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, entrepreneurs and small business owners are always looking for marketing tools and strategies to stay ahead of the curve. From generating content ideas to refining SEO strategies, AI-powered tools like ChatGPT are revolutionizing how businesses approach marketing. Here are five ways you can harness the...

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10 Must-Attend Marketing Sessions at Global Entrepreneurship Week – KC

Global Entrepreneurship Week – Kansas City is fast approaching, and for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners looking to level up their marketing game, there’s no shortage of insightful sessions to help you grow your business or side hustle, learn the latest marketing strategies and connect with industry experts....

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GEWKC 2024 Insiders’ Guide for Aspiring Entrepreneurs, Seasoned Business Owners

Ready to dive into the world of entrepreneurship, learn something new to boost your business or side hustle and make some key connections? Global Entrepreneurship Week – Kansas City is your one-stop shop for inspiration, education and networking. Join us Nov. 19-21 at Union Station (30 W Pershing...

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Every Market Research Resource for Your Kansas City Business or Side Hustle

Running a business can feel like you’re making it up as you go along. The secret to success is having data behind all of your actions — even if it might not seem like you know what you’re doing. Market research will help you get the information you need to make...

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Starting a Business? Avoid These 5 Most Common Entrepreneur Pitfalls

Starting a business is an exciting yet challenging journey. While entrepreneurs and would-be small business owners often focus on what to do, avoiding common pitfalls is just as critical. Whether you're launching a startup or growing an existing idea, here are five things not to do when starting a business. ...

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Show Me the Money: KC Startups That Received Funding in August and September 2024

Each month, we highlight the businesses in the Kansas City region that are receiving funding and making all the right moves to grow from startup to second stage. Here are the companies that landed investments from Aug.15 to Sept.15, 2024:  Chef brings Urban concept back to Troost; $25K GIFT...

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Every Service at the UMKC Innovation Center That Can Help Your Business

The UMKC Innovation Center is at the heart of Kansas City's thriving entrepreneurial scene, offering a wide range of programs to support small business owners and tech ventures, provide entrepreneurial education and strengthen our startup ecosystem. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your business, the UMKC Innovation...

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10 Reasons Global Entrepreneurship Week – KC 2024 Should Be on Your Calendar

Global Entrepreneurship Week - Kansas City 2024 is fast approaching, and it's the event every entrepreneur, innovator and small business owner should have on their calendar. With inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops and unmatched networking opportunities, GEWKC is designed to help you take your business to the next level. Here are ten...

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6 Steps to Fund Your Startup or Business in Kansas City

You’ve got the business idea. Now you just need the capital. What’s a Kansas City entrepreneur to do? In our robust entrepreneurial ecosystem, small business owners have many resources, people and programs to help get their ventures off the ground. You’ll find expertise, and you’ll find financial assistance, too. You just...

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How Your Business Can Connect with Gen Z as Employees, Customers

As the entrepreneurial landscape constantly evolves, entrepreneurs (that’s you) must understand the needs and desires of their consumers and employees to stay ahead. Gen Z, the group of people born between 1996 and the early to mid-2010s, is an increasingly important group, no matter if you’re looking to hire...

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