Small Businesses Lack Confidence in Leaders, Cite Inflation and Worker Shortages as Top Challenges

American small businesses express 'lack of confidence' in elected leaders in survey, seeing them as out of touch with people's concerns.
Top business challenges include inflation, lack of workers, high taxes and regulations, but 77% cite lack of confidence in leaders as #1 issue.
Majority believe Biden economy is on wrong track and harmful to business.
Though expecting recession, some businesses hiring and expanding by focusing on financial stewardship.
CEOs advise being vocal about principles, staying mission-driven, and joining 'freedom economy' network.
Freedom economy businesses thriving by prioritizing hard work, honesty and freedom over politics.

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Posted 9/15/2023, 9:11:15 AM