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Small Business Rundown
Hosted by National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) · EN
NFIB, the leading advocacy group for Small Business, brings on experts to discuss and analyze current issues that directly affect small businesses across the nation.
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Ep. 91: State Tax Hikes Crush Small Business
1w ago00:27:04Tap to summarizeNFIB State Directors explain tax hikes proposed by their state legislatures and their impact on small businesses. They discuss what small businesses nationwide could face as these policies gain popularity and how small business owners can take action. Learn more:Millionaire Tax in Washington Oregon Ballot Victory Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.
Transcribe →Ep. 90: An Inside Look at NFIB’s D.C. Fly-In
3w ago00:27:41Tap to summarizeNFIB's annual Fly-In connects small business owners with lawmakers from their states to build relationships and make members of Congress aware of the top issues facing small businesses. Elizabeth Parks, NFIB's Vice President of Federal Government Relations and Grassroots, led a panel discussion featuring NFIB members and small business owners Michael Ervin and Clara Osterhage. The discussion explores how credit card swipe fees and Beneficial Ownership Information reporting are top concerns for their businesses. They also discuss their experience with NFIB's Fly-In event and how meeting with lawmakers helps shape future policies. Amplify the voices of the NFIB members who met with Congress and take action: Repeal Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements Support the Credit Card Competition Act Learn more: Small Business Owners Converge on Capitol Hill for NFIB Fly-In Small Business Owners Bring Viewpoint to Capitol Hill Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.
Transcribe →Ep. 89: How to Create a User-Friendly Website
Jun 1100:35:28Tap to summarizeCreating a user-friendly website is key to building trust with customers and supporting growth for small businesses. NFIB member and small business owner Vince Wondra explains how small businesses can leverage their resources to create accessible websites and develop their online presence. Senior Attorney with the NFIB Small Business Legal Center Rob Smith discusses Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) website accessibility considerations and how small businesses can avoid becoming a target of predatory website accessibility lawsuits. Learn more: How to Avoid ADA Website Lawsuits Read the Legal Center Blog to see if your website is ADA compliant Learn more about NFIB’s fight to stop predatory website accessibility lawsuits. NFIB’s Technology Survey Report (June 2025) Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.
Transcribe →Ep. 88: OSHA 101 for Small Business
May 2800:24:49Tap to summarizeWorkplace safety and health law expert Felicia Watson joins Beth Milito, NFIB Vice President and Executive Director of the Small Business Legal Center, to explain how Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections work and what small business owners need to know to avoid costly penalties. They also discuss resources available to business owners to stay updated on the latest OSHA rule changes. Resources: See NFIB’s new OSHA Inspection Guide to prepare your small business. View NFIB’s Legal Guide series for additional resources. Watch the webinar with Felicia on June 3, 2026, at 12 p.m. ET and catch up on past webinars. If your small business has questions on legal or regulatory issues, you can reach us at info@NFIB.org. Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.
Transcribe →Ep. 87: Credit Card Swipe Fees Have a Nationwide Impact
May 1400:18:29Tap to summarizeCredit card swipe fees have become one of the top overhead costs for small businesses, and small business owners nationwide need legal protection from these rapidly increasing fees. NFIB’s Rosemary Elebash, Alabama State Director, and Beth Milito, Vice President and Executive Director of the NFIB Small Business Legal Center, discuss a recent win for small business in Alabama and activity in state legislatures, the courts, and Congress. Listen to the full podcast for insight from the experts on what small businesses can expect to be done about swipe fees in the near future. Click here to tell your members of Congress to lower swipe fees. Learn more and stay up-to-date on this issue.To submit your questions or requests for future podcast topics or guests, please email podcast@nfib.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 86: Your Guide to Federal Employment Law
Apr 3000:21:54Tap to summarizeGet expert tips on wage and hour law changes in 2026 and other employment laws to keep in mind. NFIB’s Beth Milito, Vice President and Executive Director of the Small Business Legal Center, and Associate at Foster Swift Collins & Smith, Tony Dalimonte discuss the importance for small business owners to know their rights and the current employment laws to protect their business. Listen to the full podcast for more information on best practices to handle employee situations and avoid lawsuits. NFIB’s federal employment law legal guide provides information on federal labor, discrimination, and job-protection laws. NFIB’s webinar with Tony Dalimonte, New Year, New Laws: How to Protect Your Business from Employee Lawsuits To submit your questions or requests for future podcast topics or guests, please email podcast@nfib.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 85: Check Your 1040 for the Small Business Tax Deduction
Apr 1600:21:34Tap to summarizeSmall business owners Bernie Williamson and Averre Marquis discuss how their small businesses make the most of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction. This year, more than 33 million small businesses like theirs are able to reinvest more of their hard-earned dollars into their businesses and communities thanks to a 2025 federal tax law. NFIB Principal of Federal Government Relations, Dylan Rosnick, explains how to check your eligibility for the deduction and why small business owners’ stories need to be heard by lawmakers in Congress. Take Action: Create a 1-minute video for lawmakers to hear how you use the 20% Small Business Deduction. Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.
Transcribe →Ep. 84: U.S. Rep. Mark Messmer on Heat Standard Mandates
Apr 200:29:47Tap to summarizeAll employers are required to provide their employees with a workplace that is free from temperature-related hazards, yet a rule proposed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) would add an unnecessary new layer of one-size-fits-all red tape for small businesses. NFIB member Kevin Ciak explains how this harmful rule would affect his business and employees, and U.S. Representative Mark Messmer discusses pro-small business legislation in Congress that would stop the unnecessary rule. Tell your members of Congress to support the Heat Workforce Standards Act and protect small businesses from unnecessary, one-size-fits-all OSHA regulations. Learn more about the proposal from NFIB’s issue explainer. Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.
Transcribe →Ep. 83: Health Care Affordability with U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne
Mar 1900:28:54Tap to summarizeNFIB member and small business owner Warren Hudak discusses how rising health care costs affect his small business and competition with big businesses. Crucial legislation in Congress would help small business owners contain rising health insurance costs. U.S. Representative Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) explains how this legislation would benefit small businesses. Take action to reform the broken health insurance system Learn more about the CHOICE Act. Learn more about the Small Business Health Options Awareness Act. Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.
Transcribe →Ep. 82: State Issues Affecting Small Businesses Nationwide
Mar 500:30:35Tap to summarizeSmall business issues in state legislatures across the nation often have larger implications beyond an individual state’s borders. Members of NFIB’s State Government Relations team discuss some trending legislative issues as well as their impact on federal legislation. They provide insight into state trends, discuss recent victories and challenges, and explain how NFIB works with members to determine their biggest issues. Take Action: Explain how the 20% Small Business Deduction helped your business. Urge FinCEN to destroy beneficial ownership data and Congress to repeal the BOI mandate. Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.
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