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Silver Lining is ready to take the next step in helping small businesses, and that step has taken the form of small. We are on a mission to create content that is truly small business first. No corporate giants or tech elites, no pay to play, no gatekeeping. We believe small is big and they deserve better.

That’s where small.news comes in. A media platform where small business owners can turn for sharp insights, real-time news, and practical advice they can use. We’re building a fresh, bold voice in the small business space. One that puts small business owners front and center. Every story we tell, every feature we run, and every insight we share is designed to reflect their reality, fuel their growth, and champion their success.


small.stories

small.stories are deep, human-centered profiles that showcase the real story of small business owners’ commitment and resilience to build a business that grows their time, money, and impact.

For these features, our small. team chooses small business owners who:

– Have a compelling journey.
– Offer actionable insight to fellow small business owners.
– Represent a broad mix of industries, cultures, and perspectives.

If you know a small business owner whose story deserves to be told, reach out!


small.opinions

small.opinions are op-eds written by small business owners, sharing personal perspectives about the realities, challenges, and opportunities for small businesses globally.

The small. team collects and approves pitches from small business owners and experts. We evaluate pitches on:

– Non-promotional.
– Real takes from small business owners.
– Opinions on policy, industry trends, and the future of business.

Whether you’re a small business owner or you know someone whose voice should be heard, we want to hear from you!


small.world

small.world are features told through the lens of Silver Lining’s global partners that explore the small business landscape, sharing powerful stories, policies, and innovations from across countries and cultures.

The small. team collects and approves pitches from small business experts. We evaluate pitches on:

– Fresh takes on industry shifts, policies, the small business landscape, or regulations.
– Essays on underrepresented communities or untold stories.

Do you know someone who should be writing a small.world feature? Reach out to us today!


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Have you already been nominated for a small.world or small.opinion piece? Submit your piece here!

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A media platform where small business owners can turn for sharp insights, real-time news, and practical advice they can use.

We’re building a fresh, bold voice in the small business space. One that puts small business owners front and center.

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