by Trinity Valley SBDC | Sep 3, 2026 | Business Value, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Small Business Owners
Have you ever noticed how October sneaks up on you? Especially if you are a small business owner. One minute you’re catching your breath from summer, and the next you’re staring at holiday inventory. You have to think about employee schedules, end-of-year...
by Trinity Valley SBDC | Aug 6, 2026 | Business Value, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Small Business Owners, Start-ups
A few years ago, an East Texas business owner started making custom cedar outdoor furniture. The craftsmanship was excellent, customers loved the product, and orders kept coming in. At first, pricing seemed simple enough. The owner looked around at what competitors...
by Trinity Valley SBDC | May 29, 2026 | Business Value, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Small Business Owners
If you’ve filled up your gas tank lately or walked through a grocery store, you’ve probably noticed the same thing your customers have: everything feels more expensive. And in reality, everything IS more expensive. Across Kaufman, Henderson, Anderson, Van...
by Trinity Valley SBDC | May 3, 2026 | AI, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Small Business Owners
Check out our online courses calendar, ask you advisor to enroll you in Google AI Certificate programs, online, self-paced learning. AI for Small Business: More Results Artificial intelligence isn’t coming, it’s already here! In fact, a majority of small businesses...
by Trinity Valley SBDC | Apr 30, 2026 | Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Small Business Owners, Start-ups
If you own a small business, you have probably heard people use the words marketing and advertising like they mean the same thing. They are related, but they are not identical. Knowing the difference can help you spend your time and money more wisely. For...
by Trinity Valley SBDC | Dec 5, 2025 | Business Value, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Small Business Owners
The Power of Pricing in Small Business Pricing is one of the most critical decisions a small business owner can make. It influences your profit margins, your brand image, and how customers perceive value. For businesses across Kaufman, Henderson, Anderson, Van Zandt,...
