<p>*****Download This Podcast Today and Let Us Know What You Think*****</p><p>Last year, the U.S. economy was gutted due to the government's directed attacks on D.E.I. initiatives and jobs associated with those programs. This year, it is WAR that not many constituents deem necessary or beneficial for us as a country. </p><p>A WAR with Iran primarily impacts small business owners through rising energy and shipping costs, increased supply chain disruptions, and reduced consumer spending due to economic uncertainty. Increased fuel prices and logistical issues from regional instability, particularly in the Middle East, can significantly raise operational expenses, forcing businesses to choose between absorbing costs or raising prices. Tune into this episode and listen to our concerns. </p>