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NFIB, the leading advocacy group for Small Business, brings on experts to discuss and analyze current issues that directly affect small businesses across the nation.

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September 3, 2026Episode 9412 min

Ep. 95: Human Resources 101

Prepare for a variety of employee management challenges with practical tips for Human Resources. Legal experts at NFIB cover essential employment law questions, top hiring practices, and more. The podcast features a special segment from a recent NFIB webinar with additional information on handbooks and other resources for small business owners. Learn more: Human Resources 101: A Small Business HR Playbook webinar Legal guides for small business owners Previous webinar resources: Webinar: Five Most Frequent HR Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.

August 20, 2026Episode 9416 min

Ep. 94: Small Business Wins on BOI but Challenge in Congress Remains

Small businesses celebrate a big win as the U.S. Treasury Department issued a final rule regarding Beneficial Ownership Information reporting, creating mounting pressure for Congress to act. In this episode, U.S. Representative Warren Davidson joins NFIB’s Josh McLeod, Director of Federal Government Relations, with an update on the ruling, what this victory means for small businesses, and what Congress can do to permanently stop this unconstitutional mandate. Take action: Thank the administration for protecting small businesses from this reporting mandate. Repeal Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements Press Release: NFIB: Major Win for Small Businesses as Trump Administration Finalizes Rule on Beneficial Ownership Reporting - NFIB Learn more: Protect Small Business Privacy Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.

August 6, 2026Episode 9317 min

Ep. 93: NFIB Member Experience: Building Relationships With Lawmakers

NFIB's advocacy focuses on connecting and building relationships between small business owners and lawmakers. These relationships are critical in informing legislators about the issues that affect small businesses the most. Learn about events small business owners have attended and relationships formed with lawmakers and hear from members of Congress about the influence small business owners’ stories have on their policies. Take Action on the most important issues for your business: Take Action on Policies - NFIB Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.

July 23, 2026Episode 9220 min

Ep. 92: What To Know About BOI Reporting

Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting is still a significant threat for small businesses. NFIB member Nancy Marr explains the costs and burden of the filing process. U.S. Representative Brad Finstad discusses the work Congress is doing, and NFIB Director of Federal Government Relations Josh McLeod provides a legislative update and urges small business owners to push for the repeal of BOI and for an unnecessary database of small business owners’ personal data to be destroyed. Take action: Repeal Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements Learn more: NFIB.com/ProtectPrivacy Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.

July 9, 2026Episode 9127 min

Ep. 91: State Tax Hikes Crush Small Business

NFIB State Directors explain tax hikes proposed by their state legislatures and their impact on small businesses. They discuss what small businesses nationwide could face as these policies gain popularity and how small business owners can take action. Learn more: Millionaire Tax in Washington Oregon Ballot Victory Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.

June 25, 2026Episode 9027 min

Ep. 90: An Inside Look at NFIB’s D.C. Fly-In

NFIB's annual Fly-In connects small business owners with lawmakers from their states to build relationships and make members of Congress aware of the top issues facing small businesses. Elizabeth Parks, NFIB's Vice President of Federal Government Relations and Grassroots, led a panel discussion featuring NFIB members and small business owners Michael Ervin and Clara Osterhage. The discussion explores how credit card swipe fees and Beneficial Ownership Information reporting are top concerns for their businesses. They also discuss their experience with NFIB's Fly-In event and how meeting with lawmakers helps shape future policies. Amplify the voices of the NFIB members who met with Congress and take action: Repeal Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements Support the Credit Card Competition Act Learn more: Small Business Owners Converge on Capitol Hill for NFIB Fly-In Small Business Owners Bring Viewpoint to Capitol Hill Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.

June 11, 2026Episode 8935 min

Ep. 89: How to Create a User-Friendly Website

Creating a user-friendly website is key to building trust with customers and supporting growth for small businesses. NFIB member and small business owner Vince Wondra explains how small businesses can leverage their resources to create accessible websites and develop their online presence. Senior Attorney with the NFIB Small Business Legal Center Rob Smith discusses Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) website accessibility considerations and how small businesses can avoid becoming a target of predatory website accessibility lawsuits. Learn more: How to Avoid ADA Website Lawsuits Read the Legal Center Blog to see if your website is ADA compliant Learn more about NFIB’s fight to stop predatory website accessibility lawsuits. NFIB’s Technology Survey Report (June 2025) Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.

May 28, 2026Episode 8824 min

Ep. 88: OSHA 101 for Small Business

Workplace safety and health law expert Felicia Watson joins Beth Milito, NFIB Vice President and Executive Director of the Small Business Legal Center, to explain how Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections work and what small business owners need to know to avoid costly penalties. They also discuss resources available to business owners to stay updated on the latest OSHA rule changes. Resources: See NFIB’s new OSHA Inspection Guide to prepare your small business. View NFIB’s Legal Guide series for additional resources. Watch the webinar with Felicia on June 3, 2026, at 12 p.m. ET and catch up on past webinars . If your small business has questions on legal or regulatory issues, you can reach us at info@NFIB.org . Please rate, review, or like this podcast to support small business issues.

May 14, 2026Episode 8718 min

Ep. 87: Credit Card Swipe Fees Have a Nationwide Impact

Credit card swipe fees have become one of the top overhead costs for small businesses, and small business owners nationwide need legal protection from these rapidly increasing fees. NFIB’s Rosemary Elebash, Alabama State Director, and Beth Milito, Vice President and Executive Director of the NFIB Small Business Legal Center, discuss a recent win for small business in Alabama and activity in state legislatures, the courts, and Congress. Listen to the full podcast for insight from the experts on what small businesses can expect to be done about swipe fees in the near future. Click here to tell your members of Congress to lower swipe fees. Learn more and stay up-to-date on this issue. To submit your questions or requests for future podcast topics or guests, please email podcast@nfib.org .

April 30, 2026Episode 8621 min

Ep. 86: Your Guide to Federal Employment Law

Get expert tips on wage and hour law changes in 2026 and other employment laws to keep in mind. NFIB’s Beth Milito, Vice President and Executive Director of the Small Business Legal Center, and Associate at Foster Swift Collins & Smith, Tony Dalimonte discuss the importance for small business owners to know their rights and the current employment laws to protect their business. Listen to the full podcast for more information on best practices to handle employee situations and avoid lawsuits. NFIB’s federal employment law legal guide provides information on federal labor, discrimination, and job-protection laws. NFIB’s webinar with Tony Dalimonte, New Year, New Laws: How to Protect Your Business from Employee Lawsuits To submit your questions or requests for future podcast topics or guests, please email podcast@nfib.org .