Artists Will Display and Sell Creations in Six 12 by 12 Sheds As Ada, Michigan, grows in both size and population, so does the community’s interest in sourcing and enjoying art. It’s proven that the arts improve the quality of life for people, contributes to the economic vitality of communities,[Read More…]
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Are You Making a Lasting Impression?
Making a Great First Impression is Good—Making a Lasting One is Better “Almost everyone can make a good first impression, but only a few will make a good lasting impression.” — Sonya Parker From the beginning of my shed sales career, which spans 30 years, I was always self-aware of[Read More…]
Carport Roofs: Other Styles
Exploring Three Alternative Options Not all carport roof styles are the same, so when a customer decides to add metal carports to their property, it’s important to make sure they understand the carport roof style best for their needs. When it comes to protecting vehicles from the elements, a metal[Read More…]
SHED BUSINESS CLIMATE SURVEY (August ’25 Results)
It has been exactly one year since Shed Business Journal began sending surveys and collecting data. And although the latest results may sound like a grim prediction—and may feel even more dramatic to experience—it is important to note that this latest survey shows an improvement from the August 2024 survey.[Read More…]
NFIB: Small Business Hiring Challenges Ease Slightly but Remain Elevated
IIn July, 33% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill, down three points from June and the lowest level since December 2020, though still well above the monthly historical average of 25 percent, according to the National Federation of Independent Business’s (NFIB) Jobs Report. In[Read More…]
Business Owners Report Improving Conditions
Contributing Most to the Rise Were Reports of Better Business Conditions and That It Is a Good Time to Expand The National Federation of Independent Business’s (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index rose 1.7 points in July to 100.3, slightly above the 52-year average of 98. Contributing most to the rise in the[Read More…]
Department of Labor Updates OSHA Penalty Guidelines
Penalty Adjustments Aim to Support Small Businesses and Eliminate Workplace Hazards The U.S. Department of Labor has updated its guidance on penalty and debt collection procedures in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Field Operations Manual in an effort to minimize the burden on small businesses and increase prompt hazard abatement. “All[Read More…]
How Small Businesses Can Recover When Disaster Strikes
Experts Say It’s Important to Plan Ahead and Develop a Support Network Natural disasters, economic shocks, and unforeseen crises can devastate small businesses, such as many operations in the shed industry. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), 90 percent of companies fail within two years of being struck[Read More…]
Rollin Mini Barns Launches Brand New Website
Rollin Mini Barns, an Indiana-based custom storage solution company, launched a brand-new website this month aimed to showcase their expanding portfolio of portable buildings. According to The Journal of Consumer Research, the self-storage market is expected to grow to more than $72 billion by 2029. The launch reflects the company’s[Read More…]
Digital Shed Builder Launches Offline Shed Designer
Digital Shed Builder has just launched their new configurator that functions without the use of the internet. Designed for dealers and builders who have a computer but prefer to operate without the internet, this new design tool helps them assist customers through the decision-making process of selecting and/or designing a[Read More…]
