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AANHPI Heritage Month: A Legacy of Leadership & Resilience

This May, FAPAC marks 40 years of honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander leaders who turned challenges into lasting change. Their legacy of resilience continues to inspire the next generation.

Read more about AANHPI Heritage Month 2025.

Is U.S. Manufacturing Making a Comeback?

This week on Small Business Breakdown, an expert panel dives into whether manufacturing jobs are really returning to the U.S. — and if there’s a workforce ready to meet the demand. Plus, a lively debate on Gen Z’s role in the future of American manufacturing.

Learn more about the impact of the Made in America Manufacturing Initiative.

Trump’s Workforce Plan: Boosting Skilled Trades & Apprenticeships

President Trump has signed an Executive Order to modernize federal workforce programs, aiming to prepare Americans for high-paying skilled trade jobs. The initiative includes:

• Overhauling Workforce Training: Directs the Departments of Labor, Education, and Commerce to review and realign federal workforce programs to meet the needs of emerging industries.
• Emphasizing Apprenticeships: Plans to support over 1 million apprenticeships annually, focusing on sectors like advanced manufacturing and AI. ​
• Addressing Labor Shortages: Targets the growing deficit in skilled trades, with shortages projected to reach nearly half a million annually. ​

All the details on Trump's plan to modernize America's workforce programs.

18 Best Sites for Earning Passive Income 

A second full-time job isn’t your only option. From selling digital art to renting out unused spaces and belongings, there are easy ways to turn your skills — or your stuff — into steady passive income.

Discover top side-hustle-platforms where you can market, rent, and earn.

Turn Your Side Hustle into a Six-Figure Success

Ready to grow your side hustle without burning out? Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, discover expert tips to manage your time, stay consistent, and build a thriving six-figure business. A side hustle offers the freedom to test ideas, build new skills, and unlock new income streams — and with the right strategy, it can become so much more.

Explore proven paths to sustainable side hustle success.

Introducing Edits: Your New Go-To for Video Creation

Meta just dropped Edits — a powerful new app for streamlined, on-the-go video production. Capture, edit, and optimize your videos with pro-level tools and real-time insights — all from your phone. Built with creator feedback, Edits makes it easier than ever to bring your content to life.

Find out how Edits is reshaping mobile video creation for SMEs.