I think I was like on a on like adrenaline. That's what entrepreneurs do. Yeah.And I think that's like what the what people don't really see is that is like the gritty hard stuff. You're going to make it. Yeah.But you have to just get in there and do it. How y'all. I'm Elizabeth Gore.Welcome to the big idea from Yahoo Finance. It's the show that navigates the world of small business and entrepreneurship. All businesses start with one light bulb moment, and I'm going to take you on a journey with America's e ...

Core Argument - People affected by violence and conflict prioritize livelihoods over aid, seeking self-sufficiency and a better life [7][8] - The "American dream" of building a better life is a universal human aspiration [8][9] - Supporting small business entrepreneurs has generational payoffs and fosters hope in conflict-affected communities [15][16] Supply Chain Integration - Supply chain integration is an undervalued opportunity for small businesses to expand beyond local markets [18][20] - Small businesses often lack the networks, information, and know-how to navigate complex supply chain requirements [22] - Women-led businesses capture only 1% of total global supply chain opportunities, highlighting a significant disparity [22] Building Markets' Approach - Building Markets focuses on supply chain integration to support small business growth in conflict-affected areas [16][18] - Building Markets provides mentorship, certification assistance, and introductions to corporate buyers [23][24][25] - Building Markets has generated over $1.5 billion in contract value for small businesses, creating 75,000 jobs [26] Call to Action - The global supply chain market is valued at $23 trillion, representing a significant opportunity to address poverty and displacement [18][29] - Rewiring the $23 trillion supply chain can create effective and sustainable solutions for global challenges [29] - Leveraging the global supply chain can unleash the potential for a more just and inclusive world [29][30]

Meanwhile, our next guest thinks tensions between President Trump and Fed Chair Jerome Powell could reach a boiling point by the next interest rate decision scheduled for later this month. Ben Emmens is founder and chief investment officers at Fed Watch Adviserss. Ben, thank you for being with us.I mean, my goodness. Uh, I can't even remember what day it was this week, but it was a long day and a short day allin-one. We had we thought we knew one thing and then an hour and a half later we knew something dif ...

What do Beyoncé and luxury Western-wear shoppers have in common? They can’t resist the magic of Kemo Sabe. This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, Kemo Sabe president & owner Wendy Kunkle joins the show to answer the question: How do I create the best in-store experience? Kunkle, who began working for Kemo Sabe 20 years ago, climbed the ranks and took over the luxury western wear brand in 2020. She attributes her success to hard work and hiring the right staff. Kunkle stresses the significance of hav ...