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Community Leadership for Rural Illinois

November 3, 2025

In the realm of community development, discussions about creating leadership opportunities in rural American communities abound. Some advocate for structured programs, while others emphasize organic, community-driven approaches. However, one critical aspect often overlooked by community organizers...

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Take advantage of living in a small pond

October 3, 2025

Building Entrepreneurial Communities

For young adults or their parents, small towns may not seem like the most exciting places to live compared to the big city. However, they offer unique opportunities if you know where to look!It's common to hear adults in small towns talk about the lack of electricians or contractors and the long...

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Boost your brand: Marketing for small-business owners

September 3, 2025

Building Entrepreneurial Communities

Running a small business is no easy feat. With a never-ending to-do list, promotional planning often takes a backseat. Unfortunately, this lack of planning can lead to ineffective advertising, leaving business owners frustrated and tempted to cut their advertising budget. Sound familiar?Features...

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How Poverty Simulations Inspire Empathy and Action

December 3, 2025

Building Entrepreneurial Communities

Poverty is a daily reality for many individuals and families but, unless you’ve lived it, it’s difficult to truly grasp the stress, complexity, and emotional toll it takes. Misconceptions about poverty often overshadow real understanding, but there’s a powerful tool changing that narrative: the...

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Turning to-do lists into success strategies

July 2, 2025

Building Entrepreneurial Communities

Some people like lists; I am one of those types of people. I have daily, weekly, and monthly lists. I have lists for home, for work, for my children, and for our farm. I like to write my list(s) in the morning so I can focus on what needs to be done and create a plan to do it efficiently. I use...

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Blog Archive

Building Entrepreneurial Communities 2025

Community Leadership for Rural Illinois

Take advantage of living in a small pond

Boost your brand: Marketing for small-business owners

How Poverty Simulations Inspire Empathy and Action

Turning to-do lists into success strategies