What does the state of small business look like in 2020? Guidant Financial partnered with online lending marketplace LendingClub to uncover the answers in their annual State of Small Business survey. This is the 2020 Small Business Trends Report.
2020 Small Business Trends Report
Over 3,000 current and aspiring business owners were surveyed nationwide in the 2020 Small Business Trends report. Results from the survey take a closer look at current small business trends. Some of these include, but are not limited to, the following elements of entrepreneurship.
- Top business industries. From restaurants to retail, entrepreneurs reveal the top five industries they’re starting a business in.
- Most popular financing methods. How are small businesses receiving the funding they need to succeed? 2020 Small Business Trends takes a deep dive into financing methods, like cash and SBA loans, that are most popular with entrepreneurs.
- Top business challenges. In addition to uncovering small business challenges, 2020 Small Business Trends explores an entrepreneur’s average happiness level.
- Motivations for opening a business. Why are so many business owners pursuing entrepreneurship? 2020 Small Business Trends examines why individuals are becoming entrepreneurs, with reasons ranging from being your own boss to following your dreams.
- And much more insight!
Check out the infographic below to learn more about the 2020 Small Business Trends!
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