SALES 10 Profitable Businesses for 2026 Forget “passive income.” These are the businesses quietly stacking real revenue, backed by data — from digital storefronts to old-school operations that still print cash. By Khila James • 5 min read
MINDSET 5 Ways to Work Smarter, Not Harder in Your Business Most founders aren’t lazy — they’re overloaded. Here’s how to reclaim your time and scale smarter. By Khila James • 3 min read
Does Your Brand Build Trust or Raise Doubt?: The Audit Series, Part 2 Your brand is talking even when you aren’t. In Part 2 of OVIDIA.’s Brand Audit Series, we break down how to evaluate your digital presence, align your visuals with your audience, and design a brand that converts browsers into buyers. By Khila James • 5 min read
FUNDING 6 Small Business Grants You Can Still Apply for This October Free money is still on the table this fall. Here are six active grants—ranging from $1K to $20K—that women-of-color founders can apply for before the year ends, with direct links and eligibility notes. By Khila James • 3 min read
Is Your Product Worth Buying?: The Audit Series - Part 1 Quarter 4 is here — it’s time to get honest about your business. This first part of OVIDIA.’s Brand Audit Series guides you through the hard questions every founder must ask to build a product that actually sells. By Khila James • 4 min read
FUNDING 💰 5 Grants You Should Apply For Now (October) Q4 is officially here. If you promised yourself more working capital in 2025 and it didn’t land, October is your reset. These five grants are live or opening this month — with clear eligibility, dates, and fast tips to improve your odds. Apply now and set up your 2026. By Khila James • 3 min read
SALES 📈 Q4 Reset: 5 Sales Moves That Can Save Your 2026 Be honest — did 2025 hit your sales the way you hoped? If not, tomorrow is your clean slate. October 1st isn’t just the start of Q4, it’s the beginning of your 2026 foundation. The last 90 days of this year can set the stage for everything that comes next. By Khila James • 3 min read
Black Friday Sales in a Broke Economy Let’s be real — the economy feels trash right now. Unemployment is high, inflation hasn’t fully cooled, and people are watching every dollar. Deloitte even predicts U.S. holiday retail sales will only rise 3.5–4.6% this year — the slowest growth in years. That means customers are By Khila James • 2 min read
New Grant Alert: $30,000 No-strings Funding From marketing campaigns to equipment upgrades, funding can change everything. That’s why this small business award is worth your attention. By Khila James • 3 min read
FUNDING New $5K Inventory Grant for New Retailers: Who Qualifies and How to Win Starting a business is hard enough without the crushing costs of inventory. Many founders have the vision, the location, and even customers waiting — but can’t afford to stock their shelves. Now imagine if someone covered your first order for you. That’s exactly what this new $5,000 grant By Khila James • 3 min read
LEGAL Quick Guide: Sales Tax Certificate (aka Seller’s Permit / Resale Certificate) Getting a sales tax certificate (aka seller’s permit) is a free, simple step that lets you buy inventory tax-free and legally collect sales tax from customers. Here’s a beginner-friendly, state-based guide so you avoid scams and get approved fast. By Khila James • 3 min read
FUNDING Apply Now: 3 Grants Closing Soon We found 3 legit business grants with fast-approaching deadlines — and we’re walking you through how to apply, what to say, and how to stand out. If you’ve ever felt unsure about asking for funding, this is your moment. By Khila James • 3 min read
