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Insights

A synthesis of evidence and analysis from around the globe on how to most effectively support small business growth

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Delve into actionable insights gleaned from Strive Community’s own programs, and beyond. We are passionate about advancing this field, so that small businesses can be better supported by all of us. Search our insights library to find the latest insights or browse topics below.

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Capacity Building

The capacity of a small business can be strengthened through training, engagement with mentors or peers, and outsourcing. We explore how small businesses can build the capabilities they need to grow.

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Financial Services

Access to financial services is not enough to drive impact. We explore how to promote the meaningful use of relevant and affordable digital financial services that truly meet the nuanced needs of small businesses.

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Market Participation

Digital transformation has changed how businesses reach customers. Digital platforms enable more efficient transactions with larger pools of buyers and suppliers. See articles on this in our insights library.

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Business Operations

Digitizing processes can not only save small businesses time. It can also unlock data that can be used for improved decision-making and access to financial services. See our articles on this topic in our insights library.

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Latest Insight articles

Behind the headlines: The critical role of credit unions in deploying $27 billion in federal…

Behind the headlines: The critical role of credit unions in deploying $27 billion in federal funding for clean energy After Hurricane Maria ravaged Puerto Rico in 2017, leaving $139 billion worth of damage in its wake, the islands surviving residents were left without communication, power, banking systems or assistance from the mainland.
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Toward a green economy: Enabling small businesses to become more sustainable and resilient through…

Toward a green economy: Enabling small businesses to become more sustainable and resilient through digital solutions Theres an important environmental shift underway, and small businesses are playing a central role.
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Opening doors and connecting dots: How the small business ecosystem in Missouri is meeting…

Opening doors and connecting dots: How the small business ecosystem in Missouri is meeting entrepreneurs where they are This article highlights key themes and moments from the third Mastercard Strive USA Summit held in St.
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How to show your authentic self in your innovation fund application

This blog post was written by Rosie Afia-Ford, Senior Innovation Fund Manager, and co-created with Janet Shulist, Senior Insights Manager for Mastercard Strive.
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Meeting small businesses where they are: Technical assistance models that work in an increasingly…

Meeting small businesses where they are: Technical assistance models that work in an increasingly complex landscape The technical support entrepreneurs need to launch and grow their businesses can vary widely.
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If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again: The power of continuous learning in innovation

This guest post is from Boost Technology, a B2B commerce platform offering digital ordering and credit services to power growth for Africas 100 million micro- and small retailers.
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