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How to downsize as smoothly as possible
August 5, 2025An unpleasant reality in today's economy is the unfortunate need to cut costs, which often includes shedding workers. Our guest columnist offers some direction.
August 5, 2025
For Maine companies navigating tariffs, the road is about to get bumpier
Updated: August 4, 2025The head of the Maine Brewers' Guild warns that the ever-changing trade landscape is "creating a climate of chaos," while the Maine State Chamber of Commerce chief is worried about the "double-punch" of tariffs and a weakening U.S. labor market.
Updated: August 4, 2025
How to turn virtual sales calls into real opportunities
Updated: August 3, 2025No matter what platform you're using, here a few practical tips for getting a sales call right from our guest columnist.
Updated: August 3, 2025
Strong first chapter for Ogunquit's only bookstore
Updated: August 1, 2025Perkins Cove Bookshop stocks 1,600 titles and sold more than 5,000 tomes in its first two months, according to the owners.
Updated: August 1, 2025
Former LePage communications director named SBA New England regional chief
Updated: July 28, 2025Peter Steele has held posts in the administrations of former Gov. Paul LePage and President Donald Trump in the first term.
Updated: July 28, 2025
On the Record: Central Maine entrepreneur offers travel planning with a mystery twist
Updated: July 28, 2025The founder of Maine Mystery Trip has turned his love of puzzles and mystery into a business that creates unique and fun experiences for travelers.
Updated: July 28, 2025
Portland at a crossroads: Downtown safety tensions taking a toll on small businesses, real estate
Updated: July 28, 2025Storefront vacancies in the Congress Street corridor reflect the economic costs of the city's homeless problems, but some new businesses are also moving in.
Updated: July 28, 2025
From beach reads to biographies: Here’s what Maine movers and shakers are paging through this summer
Updated: July 25, 2025Mainebiz checked in with business leaders around the state to find out what books are getting their attention this season.
Updated: July 25, 2025
In eastern Maine, grant program has helped jumpstart businesses stalled by pandemic
July 20, 2025Weatherization of an events venue reduced weather-related disruptions and draw more bookings and new business for local vendors. Childcare organizations expanded capacity.
July 20, 2025
Ready, set, pitch your Maine business in LaunchPad contest
July 17, 2025Applications for the 12th edition of the annual contest are due by Aug. 14, and finalists will be notified in late September.
July 17, 2025A year in, Maine portal has connected 600 businesses with funding sources
July 14, 2025The one-stop portal has connected 600 Maine businesses with over 1,600 matches to public and nonprofit financing options and no cost business guidance.
July 14, 2025
Newsworthy people and performances for July 14, 2025
Updated: July 14, 2025A roundup of new hires, promotions and achievements at businesses, nonprofits, health care institutions and professional services firms in Maine.
Updated: July 14, 2025
On the Record: Further expansion in sight for Portland’s Cloudport Coworking
Updated: July 14, 2025As the co-owner of two coworking hubs in Portland, Josh Corbeau has a front-row seat to the intersection of business and real estate in Maine’s largest city.
Updated: July 14, 2025
Portland digital health startup taps industry veteran as CEO
July 7, 2025MedRhythms employs 40 people and has raised more than $60 million to date. It recently won FDA approval for a device to help Parkinson’s disease patients improve their walking, mobility and motor function.
July 7, 2025-
Back to the grind: How to power through dull work when summer's calling
Updated: July 11, 2025Sometimes the best productivity booster isn’t a longer workday, it’s a shorter one with a sweet reward at the end.
Updated: July 11, 2025 
Maine State Chamber urges congressional delegation to prioritize economy
June 30, 2025The Chamber advocated for an extension of policies enacted under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which dates to 2017 and reduced the corporate income tax rate from 35% to 21%
June 30, 2025
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