425 - IT'S NATIONAL MOM AND POP BUSINESS OWNERS DAY

Remember the days when you could ride your bike to the local mom and pop shop for some penny candy?

Most people on here will not remember those days.

Mom and pop shops are still a vital part of the American culture.

There are over 5 million family run businesses in the USA, making them the backbone of our business communities.

The large conglomerates can not replace the intimate and more relational experience a consumer gets at a small local shop.

Today is a great day to show support for your local shops.

You can stop in and pick up a gift card for someone. It's a great way to introduce someone else to a shop.

Tell others about a shop or two that you love going to.

Word of mouth advertising is still a powerful form of advertising.

While you're there, you might pick up a few if their business cards to share with others.

Tell us about your favorite local shop in the comments.