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About Small Business Bonfire

Small Business Bonfire is meant to be a field guide for budding entrepreneurs. Through AJ’s insights and experiences, readers will learn about the best practices for navigating the challenging world of small business. 

We believe in providing industry-leading advice, helpful resources, and top-notch guides.

Most of what you read on SBB is meant to be actionable, down, and dirty. No overpromised, overhyped crap here!

Join The Bonfire Field Guide for One Five Minute Business Tip Sent Straight to Your Inbox Every Friday. 

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    AJ – SBB Founder:

    After spending the last four years starting, scaling, and exiting a digital agency in Minneapolis, MN, AJ acquired Small Business Bonfire. 

    AJ created everything you find throughout the site (free resources, kick-ass articles, and courses) from his personal business experience. 

    To learn more, read AJ’s story on his author page. 

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    The Bonfire Field Guide

    Every Friday morning AJ sends out one actionable tip for business growth to over 10,000 budding entrepreneurs.

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    Over the course of the last decade AJ has developed several gold standard resources. Get them for free.

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      Mission

      We want to help 1,000 entrepreneurs start, and scale their business to over a million dollars in EBITDA.

      Vision

      We want to grow Small Business Bonfire to a million monthly visitors realizing our mission in the process.

      Our Core Values

      Quality

      We strive to provide the highest quality content possible.

      Integrity

      We are committed to providing honest and reliable advice.

      Accessibility

      Our content is available for everyone, regardless of background or experience.

      Inclusivity

      We value diversity and believe all voices deserve to be heard.

      Accountibility

      We take ownership of our actions and accept responsibility for every decision we make.