Get excited!

For nearly 35 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration has made a point of acknowledging entreprenuerial-minded Americans thorugh “Small Business Week.”

This annual, week-long celebration draws attention to the millions of small business people nationwide who do so much to help fuel the country’s economy.

It’s a time to honor all the men and women whose copying businesses, restaurants, car dealerships, computer retailers, delivery companies, etc, are comprised of the people who not only provide important goods and services, but meaningful jobs and a strong sense of community, as well.

So while the Dow enjoys its historic run, let’s not forget who is helping make these gains possible.

Big business gets all the attention, but who is it is that boots big business to its monumental sales success?

Simple. It’s the individuals, casual consumers and small business owners alike, who are buying the printers, the Priuses, the paper, the pretzels, the policies.

In other words, if you’re wondering why the stock market gains are revving along higher than ever, look no further than the direct influence of small businesses and their continued commitment to excellence.

So what are you doing to give yourself credit for Small Business Week? Blowing up ballons? Closing early? Staying open late?

However you choose to recognize your efforts, know that the decision to chase your small business dream has everything to do with the daily celebration of big business and capitalism in America.

So next time you read a story about Wall Street’s latest record breakers, think about Small Business Week and pat yourself on the back for a job well done.

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