Small Business As Usual

Community Economic Development Fund
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A series about the art of operating small enterprises and the issues faced by the owners.

  1. MAY 15

    WOWRadioCT Jim Bzdyra May 12

    WOWRadioCT Jim Bzdyra May 12 by Community Economic Development Fund

    18 min
  2. Deep Dive -- How & Why Successful Nonprofits Borrow Money

    MAR 5

    Deep Dive -- How & Why Successful Nonprofits Borrow Money

    Find out why nonprofits with $500K+ recurring revenue can and should use debt capital from CDFIs (like CEDF) to bridge funding gaps and manage operational needs. Learn how to break down the "business first" mindset, debunk common myths about nonprofit profit and donor perception, and hear an explanation of the "Match Principle" for debt structure. Discover through real-world case studies of an education nonprofit and a daycare to show how debt supports stability and growth.

    22 min
  3. Deep Dive -- Starting Your New Business Right

    08/13/2025

    Deep Dive -- Starting Your New Business Right

    Making a successful start of a new business requires not only creativity and hustle but a certain discipline to do things the right way. Compliance with regulatory expectations can trip up a new business owner who doesn't follow the checklist for doing it the right way. Google’s Notebook LM is the tool we used to voice the podcast. Dialogue was created by AI but based on our published booklet available at this link, or in printed form at our public access to capital events.

    14 min
  4. Deep Dive --Ten Principles for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

    07/15/2025

    Deep Dive --Ten Principles for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

    Thanks to our free enterprise system, it’s still relatively easy to accumulate at least a small amount of capital to launch a venture. And whether it’s called a “side hustle,” “part time gig” or small business, it’s still subject to the market forces and foundational truths that ultimately separate those who succeed from those who don’t. Take advantage of our accumulated wisdom and learn the inescapable truths that every aspiring business owner must face. Understanding these root concepts makes the start-up path easier to follow. Google’s Notebook LM is the tool we used to voice the podcast. Dialogue was created by AI but based on our published booklet available at this link, or in printed form at our public access to capital events.

    6 min
  5. Deep Dive -- Entrepreneurs Checklist for Raising Capital

    06/23/2025

    Deep Dive -- Entrepreneurs Checklist for Raising Capital

    Learn how small businesses typically get funded, and the seven most important concepts to have locked down to know you are prepared to take an entrepreneurial journey. Google’s Notebook LM is the tool we used to voice the podcast. Dialogue was created by AI but based on our published booklet available at this link, or in printed form at our public access to capital events.

    17 min
  6. Deep Dive -- Can I get that business loan_

    05/19/2025

    Deep Dive -- Can I get that business loan_

    This podcast episode is based on CEDF’s Ready for Business Success course and applies to borrowing from a bank or a community lender. Enrolling in the free course on the CEDF website at CEDF.com/inquiry will provide you with a good understanding of small business funding and a questionnaire to help you learn if you are ready. And CEDF will provide you with an appropriate referral to get more preparation help from a business advisor. Google's Notebook LM is the tool we used to voice the podcast. Dialogue was created by AI but based on our website resources.

    21 min
  7. Deep Dive -- Understanding How Lenders Evaluate Loans

    04/15/2025

    Deep Dive -- Understanding How Lenders Evaluate Loans

    Get a checklist for your understanding of what a community lender or even a bank is looking for as it evaluates applications. Preparation of your business is the key to success on your first try.

    9 min
  8. Deep Dive -- Prudent Advice for Small Business Borrowers

    03/09/2025

    Deep Dive -- Prudent Advice for Small Business Borrowers

    There are many different sources for borrowed small business capital. But the terms can be very different and the net costs to the borrower can vary enormously. Be careful and be sure you understand how the products differ from traditional business lending from banks, credit unions or community lenders like CEDF.

    14 min
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A series about the art of operating small enterprises and the issues faced by the owners.

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  • Creator
    Community Economic Development Fund
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Small Business As Usual