Small But Mighty: Why Small Businesses Are the Backbone of Big Change

This week, we honor the heartbeat of our economy: small businesses. The coffee shop that remembers your order. The medspa that sees your confidence bloom. The repair shop that gives more than it takes. These aren’t just companies—they’re lifelines. They’re people, families, and dreams in motion.

As someone who’s worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs and business owners over the years, I’ve learned one thing: small business isn’t a stepping stone. It is the path. The resourcefulness, courage, and community-first mindset of small business owners shape the future of our towns and industries far more than we give them credit for.

And yet, the journey is far from easy. Many founders start with passion and end up buried under operations, burnout, and doubt. At Maikoa, we help people reconnect to what matters—whether that’s reigniting their why, aligning their business model to their values, or building cultures where people thrive.

This week is about recognition, but it’s also a call to action. If you know a small business owner, thank them. If you’re a customer, support them. And if you are one, take a breath. Reflect on how far you’ve come. Your effort, your story, your presence—matters.

Because when small business thrives, we all do.

Let’s keep building. Together.

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P.S. I’d love to hear what “small but mighty” moment made you believe in what you’re doing. Drop me a DM or send a note to broche@maikoa.com. Let’s celebrate what makes our work meaningful.