How's Business? is the product of our listening tour with small businesses throughout the City of Chicago. Through interviews with company founders, How's Business? documents what's going well – and what could be going better – for small businesses in Chicago. From licensing to maintaining work/life balance, we get candid with entrepreneurs and capture what it's really like to do business in The Windy City.
How's Business?
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How's Business? is the product of our listening tour with small businesses throughout the City of Chicago. Through interviews with company founders, How's Business? documents what's going well – and what could be going better – for small businesses in Chicago. From licensing to maintaining work/life balance, we get candid with entrepreneurs and capture what it's really like to do business in The Windy City.
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February 18, 2020
Aeslin Pup Hub, Brick and Mortar for All Your Pet Needs
<p>Leah says she feels "conflicted" about doing business in the city of Chicago.</p> <p>What started as a vision for one retail shop has grown into a go-to hub for Chicago pet supplies, grooming services and dog daycare. With three locations, and a move and expansion on the horizon, Leah certainly has her hands full.</p> <p>And she loves it! </p> <p>But sometimes the red tape, regulations, and seemingly exorbitant cost of doing business makes it difficult to spend the money where it matters most -- her staff. </p> <p>Despite the growing pains, what's next for the Aeslin pet family?</p> <p>Learn more at <a href="http://aeslin.com/">aeslin.com</a></p> <p>Follow <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/aeslinpuphub/">@AeslinPupHub on Facebook</a> and <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/aeslinpuphub/?hl=en">Instagram</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p>***</p> <p class="p1">How’s Business? is created by the <a href= "https://ij.org/ij-clinic-on-entrepreneurship/"><span class= "s1">Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship</span></a> at the University of Chicago Law School (IJ Clinic) and is hosted by Stacy Massey.</p> <p class="p1">Podcast editing services by Andrea Klunder and Edwin Ruiz at <a href="http://www.thecreativeimpostor.com/"><span class= "s1">The Creative Impostor Studios.</span></a></p> <p class="p1">Follow us on Instagram <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/howsbusiness_chi/"><span class= "s1">@howsbusiness_chi</span></a></p> <p class="p1">Chicago-based business owners who are interested in being featured on How’s Business? are especially invited to connect with us at <a href= "http://www.howsbusinesschi.com/"><span class= "s1">http://www.howsbusinesschi.com</span></a>!</p>
February 11, 2020
UPDATE: Sign Legislation Changes for Chicago Businesses featuring Right Way Signs
<p>Previously, Alex described doing business in Chicago as "frustrating". Running the sign company his father started has been a challenge, to say the least, especially with all of the layers of approval and red tape it takes for clients to get their signs and awnings approved.</p> <p>The permit process is currently slow and complicated, but it might be getting a little easier.</p> <p>As we release this episode, a new ordinance has been introduced in City Council to change the process for signs that hang over the public way, like awnings and thick lettering. </p> <p>To learn how to help advocate for this change and others like it in support of Chicago small business, email us: <a href= "mailto:clinic@ijclinic.org">clinic@ijclinic.org</a> or call 773-834-3129. </p> <p>You can learn more about Right Way Signs at <a href= "http://www.rightwaysigns.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">www.rightwaysigns.com</a> or on Facebook <a href= "http://www.facebook.com/rightwaysigns" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@RightWaySigns.</a></p> <p>***</p> <p class="p1">How’s Business? is created by the <a href= "https://ij.org/ij-clinic-on-entrepreneurship/"><span class= "s1">Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship</span></a> at the University of Chicago Law School (IJ Clinic) and is hosted by Stacy Massey.</p> <p class="p1">Podcast editing services by Andrea Klunder and Edwin Ruiz at <a href="http://www.thecreativeimpostor.com/"><span class= "s1">The Creative Impostor Studios.</span></a></p> <p class="p1">Follow us on Instagram <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/howsbusiness_chi/"><span class= "s1">@howsbusiness_chi</span></a></p> <p class="p1">Chicago-based business owners who are interested in being featured on How’s Business? are especially invited to connect with us at <a href= "http://www.howsbusinesschi.com/"><span class= "s1">http://www.howsbusinesschi.com</span></a>!</p>
February 4, 2020
Dinobi Detergent, a family owned manufacturer in Chicago
<p>Sylvia and Augie's business grew out of a personal need for an effective laundry detergent that wouldn't irritate their family's sensitive skin.</p> <p>From diaper rash to eczema to sweaty workout clothes, Sylvia couldn't find an "all in one" product that worked for everyone, so she engaged an organic chemist to create one. Dinobi Detergent is designed to be an affordable, plant-based laundry detergent that is powerful in the wash, yet gentle on skin and the environment.</p> <p>From changing consumers' buying habits, to navigating the city's contract and procurement process, to keeping their product in stock for wholesalers, doing business isn't always easy.</p> <p>What is the vision for Dinobi over the next five years?</p> <p> </p> <p>Learn more at <a href= "https://www.dinobidetergent.com/">https://www.dinobidetergent.com</a></p> <p>Follow <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/dinobi_detergent/">@Dinobi_Detergent on Instagram</a> and <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/dinobidetergent/">@DinobiDetergent on Facebook.</a></p> <p>Fun fact: "dinobi" means "precious."</p> <p>***</p> <p class="p1">How’s Business? is created by the <a href= "https://ij.org/ij-clinic-on-entrepreneurship/"><span class= "s1">Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship</span></a> at the University of Chicago Law School (IJ Clinic) and is hosted by Stacy Massey.</p> <p class="p1">Podcast editing services by Andrea Klunder and Edwin Ruiz at <a href="http://www.thecreativeimpostor.com/"><span class= "s1">The Creative Impostor Studios.</span></a></p> <p class="p1">Follow us on Instagram <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/howsbusiness_chi/"><span class= "s1">@howsbusiness_chi</span></a></p> <p class="p1">Chicago-based business owners who are interested in being featured on How’s Business? are especially invited to connect with us at <a href= "http://www.howsbusinesschi.com/"><span class= "s1">http://www.howsbusinesschi.com</span></a>!</p>
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