6 Inspiration Quotes On Small Business, Breaking Stereotypes And Resilience
June 16, 2021
After one of the toughest years on record for the nation’s more than 30 million small businesses, one thing is certain—the American dream is alive and well. Those who weathered the storm pivoted to meet the moment: 95% of owners adapted their businesses in some way, and 50% launched new products, services or sales strategies, according to a recent survey of 10,000 small businesses by Goldman Sachs. Meanwhile, millions of Americans searching for jobs or purpose in their newly remote work lives fueled an explosion in entrepreneurship not seen in decades.
With our Next 1000 list, we’re on a year-round mission to shine a spotlight on the intrepid sole proprietors, self-funded shops and pre-revenue startups redefining what it takes to build and run a business today. All have less than $10 million in revenue or Series A funding, but infinite drive and hustle.
A panel of over a dozen top business minds and entrepreneurial superstars joined us in evaluating thousands of nominations hailing from every industry and corner of the U.S. The end result: our second installment of 250 up-and-coming businesses that have left us inspired.