Empowering Small Businesses, One Story at a Time

Preview Lounge

Welcome to the Preview Lounge — your exclusive first look at what’s coming next in Small Business Showcase Digital Magazine! Here, you’ll find new articles as they’re being created, giving you early access to inspiring small business stories, helpful insights, and local highlights before they’re officially published in our next digital magazine issue. Check back often — there’s always something fresh brewing!

Christine Mighion – Jewelry as an Ode to Imperfection and Intention

Christine Mighion – Jewelry as an Ode to Imperfection and Intention

Artist of the Month Christine Mighion – Jewelry as an Ode to Imperfection and Intention When Christine Mighion first dreamed of an art career, life had other plans. As a teen, she imagined going to art school, but her mother, like many parents, was concerned about practicalities and encouraged her toward a stable career. “She […]

**Stop Fearing the Robots: 5 Free Ways Your Small Business Can Actually Use AI Right Now**

**Stop Fearing the Robots: 5 Free Ways Your Small Business Can Actually Use AI Right Now**

**Stop Fearing the Robots: 5 Free Ways Your Small Business Can Actually Use AI Right Now** Heard about Artificial Intelligence? It’s not just for tech giants with server farms the size of a small country anymore. The robots have arrived, and lucky for you, many of them are willing to work for free. If you’re […]

Use It or Lose It: Finding Your Voice in Business

Use It or Lose It: Finding Your Voice in Business

Use It or Lose It: Finding Your Voice in Business By Mike Ronchetti Five simple words that contain a universal truth: “Use it or lose it.” This principle especially applies to your voice as a local business owner, team leader, or influencer in Michiana’s business community. In today’s workplace, we have a greater responsibility than […]

Networking with Intentionality

Networking with Intentionality

Networking with Intentionality Networking is more than just arriving to an event, loaded with cards and materials to promote you and your business and hoping for the best. There is a strategy involved. 1. What is your goal for this event? I often “declare” how many new connections I will make today before I attend an event. […]

FINANCIAL FOCUS®

FINANCIAL FOCUS®

FINANCIAL FOCUS®Be alert for caregiver financial abuse   Do you have a parent or other elderly relative who may soon need a caregiver? If so, be diligent when selecting the right person for the job — because choosing the wrong one could lead to big financial problems. You might find a close family member or […]

The Five Cornerstones of Endurance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Recession-Proofing Your Small Business

The Five Cornerstones of Endurance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Recession-Proofing Your Small Business

The Five Cornerstones of Endurance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Recession-Proofing Your Small Business Much like the unpredictable currents of the St. Joseph River flowing through Constantine, Michigan, the economic climate can shift from placid prosperity to turbulent recession with surprising speed. For small business owners, the backbone of our local and national economies, these downturns […]

Empowering Small Businesses, One Story at a Time

Preview Lounge

Welcome to the Preview Lounge — your exclusive first look at what’s coming next in Small Business Showcase Digital Magazine! Here, you’ll find new articles as they’re being created, giving you early access to inspiring small business stories, helpful insights, and local highlights before they’re officially published in our next digital magazine issue. Check back often — there’s always something fresh brewing!

Christine Mighion – Jewelry as an Ode to Imperfection and Intention

Christine Mighion – Jewelry as an Ode to Imperfection and Intention

Artist of the Month Christine Mighion – Jewelry as an Ode to Imperfection and Intention When Christine Mighion first dreamed of an art career, life had other plans. As a teen, she imagined going to art school, but her mother, like many parents, was concerned about practicalities and encouraged her toward a stable career. “She […]

**Stop Fearing the Robots: 5 Free Ways Your Small Business Can Actually Use AI Right Now**

**Stop Fearing the Robots: 5 Free Ways Your Small Business Can Actually Use AI Right Now**

**Stop Fearing the Robots: 5 Free Ways Your Small Business Can Actually Use AI Right Now** Heard about Artificial Intelligence? It’s not just for tech giants with server farms the size of a small country anymore. The robots have arrived, and lucky for you, many of them are willing to work for free. If you’re […]

Use It or Lose It: Finding Your Voice in Business

Use It or Lose It: Finding Your Voice in Business

Use It or Lose It: Finding Your Voice in Business By Mike Ronchetti Five simple words that contain a universal truth: “Use it or lose it.” This principle especially applies to your voice as a local business owner, team leader, or influencer in Michiana’s business community. In today’s workplace, we have a greater responsibility than […]

Networking with Intentionality

Networking with Intentionality

Networking with Intentionality Networking is more than just arriving to an event, loaded with cards and materials to promote you and your business and hoping for the best. There is a strategy involved. 1. What is your goal for this event? I often “declare” how many new connections I will make today before I attend an event. […]

FINANCIAL FOCUS®

FINANCIAL FOCUS®

FINANCIAL FOCUS®Be alert for caregiver financial abuse   Do you have a parent or other elderly relative who may soon need a caregiver? If so, be diligent when selecting the right person for the job — because choosing the wrong one could lead to big financial problems. You might find a close family member or […]

The Five Cornerstones of Endurance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Recession-Proofing Your Small Business

The Five Cornerstones of Endurance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Recession-Proofing Your Small Business

The Five Cornerstones of Endurance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Recession-Proofing Your Small Business Much like the unpredictable currents of the St. Joseph River flowing through Constantine, Michigan, the economic climate can shift from placid prosperity to turbulent recession with surprising speed. For small business owners, the backbone of our local and national economies, these downturns […]