Small firms hire more workers despite modest job gains
Economists say small businesses are expanding payrolls even as the Labor Department cites a modest 32 000 July job gain. NFIB data show hiring plans improving while owners like Matt Goldberg of Accurate Manufactured Products Group report growth and plans to add staff. Greenleaf Book Group CEO Clint Greenleaf notes rapid growth but cautious hiring to avoid layoffs.
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National Federation of Independent Business
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Austin
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Razzmatazz Fun Center Wins Ford Contest with Plan
Cypress and Inglewood entrepreneurs Melissa Barlow and Kristina Paysse win first runner up and $25,000 in a Ford contest for a kids entertainment center. Their plan, backed by SCORE mentors, outlines 14 local jobs, solar energy use, school ties, and community engagement while seeking $335,000 to launch and reach break even in 13 months.
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Jan Norman
Orange County Register
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Kristina Paysse
Inglewood
Razzmatazz Fun Center
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U.S. Small Business Administration
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Robin West
Razzmatazz
Kristina
Bob Bradley
Santa Ana
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