According to Small Business Trends, halfway through 2018 small businesses remain optimistic. The National Federation of Independent Businesses reports that June’s Small Business Index is highest its ever been.  

Filling out a small business loan application requires small business owners to report income, reports Lendedu. This includes all income, including that earned outside of the small business.

According to USA Today, the pool of available workers is small, but small businesses can stand out by the offering perks that larger businesses can offer.