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How Small Businesses Win When They Use AI to Improve Everyday Processes
Artificial intelligence isn’t just for giant tech firms or sci-fi scenarios — it’s a practical, affordable way for small businesses to get more done, faster, and smarter. In this post I’ll walk through four concrete places AI delivers value for small-business owners: generating marketing campaigns, producing social media posts, organizing calendars and meetings, and writing performance reviews. For each area I list both free and paid tools you can try today, explain typical e

Jacob Slivka
Oct 27, 20257 min read


How an Operating Agreement Protects the Owner’s Estate and Heirs
Even for a single-member LLC, planning for what happens when the owner dies or becomes incapacitated is critically important. Without...

Jacob Slivka
Oct 11, 20255 min read


Unlocking Success: The Benefits of Working with a Business Coach
Running a business is a rewarding yet challenging journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, having a strategic...

Jacob Slivka
Mar 7, 20252 min read


How to Start a Business: A Step-by-Step Guide for Entrepreneurs
Starting a business is an exciting but challenging process. Whether you’re passionate about a product, service, or solving a specific...

Jacob Slivka
Mar 5, 20253 min read


Small Businesses in West Virginia
Many people have a negative perception of West Virginia, and picture us as nothing but coal miners with no diversity. When reviewing the...

Jacob Slivka
Nov 19, 20241 min read


Team Players
Remember the old saying “it takes a village”? Well that can be said about a business as well. There will be many members on a team that...

Jacob Slivka
Nov 8, 20243 min read


Types of Businesses
There are several different ways to organize your business. Sole-Proprietor Partnership LLC Corporation Let's dive into each one. But...

Jacob Slivka
Oct 20, 20244 min read


Finance Made Simple: Free Resources to SCORE
Are you an entrepreneur looking to navigate the complex world of business planning and start-up financials? BEARD Planning sets itself...

Jacob Slivka
Oct 15, 20241 min read


Meet Jacob Slivka: The Founder of BEARD Planning
Starting and growing a business takes more than just a great idea—it requires strategy, financial insight, and the right connections....

Jacob Slivka
Oct 15, 20241 min read
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