Small Biz Spotlight

In this episode, we break down several major developments that could shape the future of small business growth. We start with the SBA’s expanded loan programs aimed at helping U.S. manufacturers and food supply chain businesses access more flexible funding with stronger federal guarantees. These changes could open new opportunities for growth, equipment upgrades, and supply chain improvements, but...

What does built-in AI actually look like for a small business? In this interview, Eddie Cliff, VP & GM of SMB & Growth Products at Salesforce, explains how Agentforce for Small Business is being added into Salesforce Suites to help owners and lean teams save time, stay organized, and work more efficiently. He discusses practical use cases like instant record summaries, AI-generated emails,...

In this solo episode, we break down some of the latest tools, trends, and challenges shaping the small business world right now. We start with Facebook Marketplace’s new Meta AI features and what they could mean for entrepreneurs looking to sell faster, create listings more easily, and simplify communication with buyers. These new tools could help small business owners save time and reduce frictio...

In this episode of Small Biz Spotlight , Leland McFarland breaks down some of the biggest stories and practical challenges facing small business owners right now. From how rural communities are benefiting from digital infrastructure investments to the ongoing conversation around women in the workforce and leadership, this episode covers the trends shaping the small business landscape. Leland also...

Small business confidence is climbing—but not everywhere. In this episode, we break down the latest NFIB survey showing optimism rising across most industries while construction slips and retailers remain the least upbeat. We’ll talk about what’s driving the mood shift (and what’s still holding owners back), including labor quality concerns and ongoing supply chain headaches. Then we dig into a ne...

In this episode, we break down four stories small business owners should have on their radar—plus a few timely deals and real-world lessons from Reddit. First, Microsoft’s “Project Silica” points to a future where businesses could store critical records on glass for up to 10,000 years —a potential game-changer for long-term archiving in industries like healthcare, legal services, and the creative...

At SuiteConnect 2026 in New York, I sat down with Craig Dubitsky, Founder & CEO of happy® , to talk about what it really takes to scale a fast-growing consumer brand—and why the right back-end systems matter when things move too fast. Craig shares a true “we broke the old system” story from his previous company (Hello), where explosive retail growth forced a full ERP migration over a single we...

In this special episode, Evan Goldberg (Founder & EVP of Oracle NetSuite) breaks down how AI is reshaping day-to-day operations for fast-moving businesses—especially when you need cleaner books, clearer reporting, and smarter pricing decisions without adding headcount. You’ll hear how real-time data changes decision-making, why AI-driven anomaly detection and reconciliation can tighten financi...

In this episode of the Small Business Spotlight Podcast, Leland McFarland discusses the latest innovations from Oracle NetSuite, particularly focusing on AI tools designed to enhance business efficiency. He highlights the optimism among small business owners despite economic challenges, shares safety tips regarding scams, and presents exclusive deals for small businesses. The episode also features...

In this episode of Small Business Spotlight, Leland McFarland discusses various topics relevant to small business owners, including the impact of AI on costs and revenue, the importance of building trust in customer engagement, and innovative tools for employee onboarding. He also shares insights on translating military skills for civilian jobs, highlights special deals for small businesses, and a...

AI is helping small businesses move faster—but it’s also creating a new kind of fatigue: tool overload, nonstop “optimization,” and pressure to keep up. In this episode, we break down AI burnout (what it looks like, why it’s happening, and how owners can set healthier boundaries) and shift to the other big 2026 reality: more business owners considering a sale —plus what that means for valuation, t...

Adobe just rolled out new Acrobat updates—and the AI numbers floating around right now are… a lot. In this episode of Small Biz Spotlight , we break down what the latest Acrobat features could mean for everyday workflows (contracts, PDFs, forms, approvals) and share a roundup of AI stats worth paying attention to—without the hype. What you’ll get in this episode: How the newest Acrobat changes may...