Written by Penny My student, when envy takes root in the mind, it does not come as a messenger of wisdom, but as an accompaniment of the desire for power and domination. It springs from inferiority, from a low estimate of self, and from the mistaken belief that...

July 30 market signals point to a healthier backdrop for Main Street operators than many headlines suggest. Consumer spending remains active, small business hiring has stayed resilient across local markets, and service-driven sectors continue to show expansion in many...

Written by Penny Part 1 of this 3-part series on jealousy begins with the first flash of comparison that most business owners, creators, and individuals walking the path of personal growth know well. You log onto social media, read a competitor's milestone report,...

Small business optimism is holding around the mid-90s, but planned capital spending is still stuck in the 16 to 18 percent range. That gap matters. It tells you plenty of owners still believe in their businesses, but many are hesitating when it is time to buy...

Data incoming from the June 2026 Equipment Leasing and Finance Association CapEx Finance Index confirms a decisive shift across commercial markets. Total new business volume reached $10.5 billion on a seasonally adjusted basis, marking a 2.5 percent month over month...