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Small business owners: We want to hear your AI stories

Small business owners: We want to hear your AI stories

Keeping a small business afloat is no easy feat. That's why some small business owners have enlisted an extra pair of hands, or rather, code.

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Business Insider wants to connect with small-business owners who use AI.
  • Running a small business can be an enormous undertaking.
  • Some owners are leveraging AI to streamline tasks, scale up, and boost productivity.
  • Are you a small-business owner using AI? We want to hear from you!

Small businesses are the backbone of the US economy.

Over 33 million small businesses were operating across the United States as of 2025, and they employ nearly half of the nation's workforce, according to the US Chamber of Commerce. About 99% of businesses in the US are small businesses.

Keeping a small business afloat is no easy feat, though. Attracting customers. Hiring employees. Advertising. Paying out of pocket for business needs. There's a seemingly never-ending set of hurdles that can quickly become overwhelming, especially for a tiny team.

That's why some small business owners have enlisted an extra pair of hands, or rather, code. AI has become a liferaft for some businesses as they look to streamline operations, scale their products, or elevate productivity.

Are you a small business using AI to level up? We'd love to hear from you!

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