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AI Slop Just Killed Bug Bounties for Good
AI-generated junk reports have overwhelmed cURL’s bug bounty program. Here’s what small business owners can learn from the chaos ...more
Strategic Marketing ,Marketing News Small Business Growth &Artificial Intelligence
January 29, 2026•9 min read
This South African University Just Schooled Everyone on AI
NWU became the first SA university with an official AI policy. Here’s what small businesses should learn from it ...more
Strategic Marketing ,Marketing News Small Business Growth &Artificial Intelligence
January 28, 2026•9 min read
What Is StoryBrand? The 7-Part Marketing Framework Explained
What is StoryBrand and how does it help small businesses? Here’s the simple 7-part formula to clarify your message and win more customers ...more
Strategic Marketing ,Marketing News &Small Business Growth
January 27, 2026•10 min read
Why Affirmations May Beat SMART Goals for Small Business Owners
SMART goals aren’t for everyone. Here’s why identity-based affirmations may actually work better, especially if you're neurodivergent or overwhelmed. ...more
Strategic Marketing ,Marketing News &Small Business Growth
January 26, 2026•9 min read
Get Different by Mike Michalowicz Summary: Book Review for Small Business
Mike Michalowicz’s Get Different gives small business owners a smart system to stand out. Here’s what to learn, what to skip, and what to try now. ...more
Strategic Marketing ,Marketing News Small Business Growth &Badass Business Book Club
January 25, 2026•11 min read
AI Is Making Big Decisions in South Africa Without You
AI is shaping lives in South Africa without public input. Here’s what small businesses need to understand before it affects them too ...more
Strategic Marketing ,Marketing News Small Business Growth &Artificial Intelligence
January 24, 2026•10 min read
Marketing Confidence 2026: Why Most Teams Feel Lost
Most small business teams are busy but unsure their marketing is working. Here's how to build a system that gives you clarity and confidence ...more
Strategic Marketing ,Marketing News &Small Business Growth
January 23, 2026•10 min read
Browser Privacy Risk 2026: Yandex, Chrome, and Edge Collect the Most Data
Yandex, Chrome, and Edge collect the most personal data. This article explains what it means for small business owners and what to do about it. ...more
Digital Marketing ,Marketing News &Small Business Growth
January 22, 2026•10 min read
Targeted by PicRights? AFP’s Copyright Demands Explained
PicRights enforces copyright for AFP and Reuters—but small businesses still have rights. Here's what to do if you get a demand ...more
Strategic Marketing ,Marketing News &Small Business Growth
January 21, 2026•18 min read
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