The Found Podcast with Molly Knuth22 Jul

262: Six Reasons 2026 Is Your Year to Finally Start That Business

If you've been sitting on an idea for your small town, a business, a side hustle, a project you keep circling back to, and something keeps stopping you every time you get close to pulling the trigger... this episode is for you.

This week it's just me. I'm walking you through six reasons why right now, in this economy, in your small town, is actually the best time you'll ever have to start building something of your own. Not hype. Data, stories from my own backyard here in Cascade, and almost ten years of running my own business to draw from.

We're talking security, income, community, access, opportunity, and identity. Six reasons, one big permission slip. Grab your coffee (or your feed bucket, no judgment) and let's get into it.

What You'll Hear

Why 5.2 million new business applications were filed in 2024 alone, and what that means for you
The real math behind small town word of mouth, and the Creator Club story that proves it
Why 92% of entrepreneurs say they don't regret starting, even the ones whose businesses didn't go as planned
Local small business shoutouts: Rotunno Auto Detailing, Something Sweet Bakery, and Totes McGoats
The one thing Molly wants you to do before this episode even ends

Resources & Links Mentioned

Ana of Lovely Little Light and Creator Club (referenced episode from early 2025, linked on the website)
Rotunno's Garage Auto Detailing
Something Sweet Bakery
Totes McGoats

Share the Love

If this one hit home, send it to the person in your life who's been sitting on an idea. Screenshot it, tag me, or just send it in a text that says 'this is us.' Let's get more small town dreams off the ground.

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