A recent article from Small Business Trends says, ” only 4% of small businesses looked to family and friends for financial help during [the] pandemic ” (Why would anyone believe this?). The article goes on to say, “with the August 8 deadline for applying for PPP aid now passed, and state and local governments already looking to cut their budgets, local communities may be one of the few sources left for small businesses to look for help.” Is the suggestion here that you should ask your family and friends for a lifeline because your business is failing? Over the […]
