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Ryan Henry, Idea Guy

Ryan’s Latest Posts

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  The Best Businesses for Gen X to Start: Navigating Midlife EntrepreneurshipAugust 26, 2025
  Generation X (Gen X), born roughly between the early 1960s and late 1970s, finds itself in the prime of life. With decades of experience, Gen Xers have acquired a wealth of skills and knowledge that can be harnessed for entrepreneurial ventures. Whether it’s a lifelong dream or a response to changing career circumstances, starting a business can be a fulfilling and profitable option for this generation. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best businesses for Generation X to start, capitalizing on their unique attributes and aspirations.
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  Starting A Business Sucks & A Brand New Event – Week of August 25, 2025 Networking & EventsAugust 22, 2025
  Join us on Monday for the launch of a brand new event in West Lafayette, then we’ll explore the frustrations of social media at the next Starting A Business Sucks on Wednesday. These and more events from INSPIREsmall.biz and our members.
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  Why Keeping Your Website Updated Is Crucial for Security and Business SuccessAugust 21, 2025
  Your website is the digital storefront for your business—whether you’re selling products, offering services, or simply building credibility. But owning a website isn’t a one-and-done task. It’s a living, breathing tool that needs regular care to keep working the way you need it to.
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  Shine On Stage: Open Auditions for Inspiring Speakers – Week of August 18, 2025 Networking & EventsAugust 15, 2025
  Do you have an incredible or inspiring story you’d like to share with INSPIREsmall.biz Members? Join us this week on Wednesday for Open Auditions at theINSPIREsmall.biz office. Share a sample of your presentation and if we think its a great fit for our audience, we’ll book you to present at an upcoming event. These and more upcoming events from INSPIREsmall.biz and our members.
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  Business Plan Basics Workshop – Week of August 11, 2025 Networking & EventsAugust 8, 2025
  Join us on Thursday, August 14th for our Business Plan Basics Workshop at the INSPIREsmall.biz office followed by Pathway to Connections in Speedway. Then on Friday, August 15th, we have the next Business Spotlight at Buca di Beppo in Greenwood. These and more events from INSPIREsmall.biz and our members.

Carly Henry, Web Wizard

Carly’s Latest Posts

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  Using ChatGPT for graphics?!?April 8, 2025
  With the popularity of ChatGPT and other AI graphics editing options surging, we’re asking, should you use it to create graphics for your business?
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  Is that job offer too good? Don’t Become a Money MuleMarch 26, 2025
  When you need money because you’re unemployed, underemployed, or are just trying to fund your lavish lifestyle (😂), it can be tempting to take the easiest, fastest, and most lucrative jobs you can find. However, many jobs you find online are too good to be true – in fact, they’re illegal! Make sure you read this article before you start your next job search, to protect yourself from becoming a money mule!
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  Protecting Your Business from Common ScamsMarch 4, 2025
  Businesses have their own vulnerabilities, and it makes them a target for a variety of scams. Make sure that you and your employees know what to look out for to protect yourselves.
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  Using Chat GPT for BusinessJanuary 28, 2025
  With all the talk about Chat GPT recently, you’re probably wondering about the best ways to use it for your business. AI tools can be helpful if you know the best ways to use them to save yourself time. In this article, I’m going over some ways you could make use of this new tool and some ways that you shouldn’t.
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  CAN-SPAM ActJanuary 21, 2025
  We all have inboxes full of spam mail, so why should we worry about compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 for our businesses? In this article, I’ll give you 2 reasons why it’s important for your business to comply with the Can Spam Act and how you can streamline your email sending while ensuring you keep all your email recipients happy!