Small Business 101

20/11/2025 27 min

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Episode Synopsis

 This Week on “What’s Going On with Earl Ingram”



Guest: Shawn Phetteplace, Mainstreet Alliance



Earl and Shawn have an in-depth discussion about the real challenges facing America’s small businesses today.




The potential effects of Project 2025 on small business operations and workers



The economic fallout from the recent government shutdown



Rising tax burdens and their impact on small business sustainability



Why so many small businesses struggle to survive their first year




They examine how Trump-era policies continue to shape the landscape for Main Street entrepreneurs.



Shawn offers insights into what policy changes are needed to help small business owners compete and thrive in a shifting economy.



The episode emphasizes the importance of supportive policies, fair taxation, and access to resources for strengthening America’s small business community.



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