Maximize Funding and Profits for Your California Business

California Bulletin Podcast

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Maximize Funding and Profits for Your California Business

Secure $8,000 grants, cut costs, grow revenue, and optimize taxes with proven strategies for small business owners in 2025.

James

Jun 17, 2025

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Episode Notes (Key Takeaways with Keywords):

California Small Business Grants: Access up to $8,000 per location through the California Resilience Microgrant, open until June 28, 2025, for businesses in storm-affected counties (e.g., San Joaquin, Ventura). Apply via calosba.ca.gov with 2024 receipts to secure California microgrants 2025 efficiently.
Reduce Business Expenses: Implement the “Double Vendor Audit” to save up to $300/month by negotiating with SaaS competitors in two hours, achieving small business cost savings without cutting staff or core tools.
Small Business Revenue Growth: Offer a 24-hour add-on service (e.g., $150 audit) to existing clients, generating up to $2,100 in 48 hours through upselling existing clients, a proven way to increase revenue without new clients.
Business Tax Deductions 2025: Log software expenses (e.g., CRMs, subscriptions) for upfront Section 179 deductions using a Google Sheet, ensuring software tax deductions for small businesses reduce Q2 tax liabilities.