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Most founders are already putting in the work.
Long hours, constant decisions, and the pressure of keeping everything moving forward.
The challenge usually is not effort. It is where that effort is going.
It is easy to stay focused on the day to day. Answering emails, solving problems, managing the team. And for a while, that works.
But eventually, growth creates complexity. Decisions slow down. Pressure increases.
That is where the shift has to happen.
Stepping back. Creating space to think. Focusing on working on the business, not just in it.
Small Business Week is a good reminder that real growth starts with clarity, not just effort.
There’s something different about being in the room.
Hearing real experiences. Asking better questions. Learning from people who have faced similar challenges.
These moments are where perspective shifts and better decisions start to take shape.
Small Business Week is about recognizing the people building, leading, and growing across our communities.
Congratulations to Luke Dressman and Building and Repair Systems on being named Tennessee’s Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
This recognition reflects the impact small businesses are making across Nashville and beyond. We are excited to see what’s ahead at the national level.
Behind every business is a person carrying more than most people ever see.
That is why EO Nashville exists. It creates space for entrepreneurs to step out of the day to day, have real conversations, and grow alongside people who truly understand the journey.
From shared experiences to honest conversations, this community is built on trust, learning, and showing up for each other.
If you are a founder working to grow your business and want to do it with people who get it, you are not alone. Learn more about what we are building. eonashville.com/podcast/buddy-teaster-how-to-rebuild-trust-culture-and-strategy-after-mismanagement/
Nashville is full of founders building incredible businesses and creating real impact in our community.
The NEXT Awards are an opportunity to recognize those leaders and nominations are quick and simple.
It takes about 30 seconds. Just 5 fields. Name. Email. Done.
Visit ec.co/yourenext to nominate a founder who deserves to be recognized.
ec.co/2026-next-awards/
What an inspiring day. EO Nashville’s Catalyst program was proud to sponsor today’s Nashville NAWBO event and spend time with so many driven, growth minded women business owners from across our community.
One of the biggest highlights was hearing from Dynasti Hunt of Tayden Impact Partners, a Catalyst graduate and current Bridge member, who shared her entrepreneurial journey, leadership lessons, and real world experience with authenticity and purpose.
This is what Catalyst is all about. Entrepreneurs learning from entrepreneurs, building businesses the right way, and growing together.
