2025 Predictions: What's Next for Small Businesses

In this episode, Matt Wagner breaks down seven key predictions that will impact Main Street businesses and entrepreneurs in 2025.  You'll discover:  How retail sales are expected to slow and the challenges facing small businesses  The potential "Ozempic Ripple Effect" and its implications for various industries  The emerging "Phygital" world and how technology is transforming shopping experiences  AI's growing impact on non-profit data collection and reporting  Why businesses should focus on curation over endless choices  How the "Silver Tsunami" will reshape markets and consumer behaviors  The role of Main Streets in addressing the loneliness epidemic    Episode Links:  - Listen on Apple Podcasts  - Listen on Spotify  - Subscribe for updates