In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with guest, Dawn Brolin, an expert in small business finance. They discuss the importance of cash and PPP loans during Covid-19, offer organizational tips for accounting and document management, and explore SBA 7a loan and PPP loan forgiveness. They also delve into post-COVID financial management, the role of banks, election impacts on businesses, and advice for freelancers. The episode concludes with a discussion on the effects of COVID on African American businesses and resources for businesses.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome to SmallBizChat

(1:45) Guest introduction: Don Bollin's experience and expertise

(2:06) Importance of cash and PPP loans for small businesses during Covid-19

(7:32) Organizational tips for small businesses: Accounting and Document Management

(12:53) Exploring SBA 7a loan and PPP loan forgiveness for small businesses

(13:45) Sponsor: Fix Your Business book by Melinda Emerson

(14:14) Post-COVID financial management with Dawn Brolin

(16:22) Role of banks and impact of the upcoming election on small businesses

(19:02) Financial management advice for freelancers and gig workers

(25:23) The impact of COVID on African American businesses and financial literacy

(27:14) Adapting to COVID-19: Shifting business models and pivoting to meet customer needs

(30:03) Business resources: Favorite podcasts, apps, and books

(31:02) Podcast closing and outro