Isn't the point of a small business, is that it's supposed to be a small business?

[Anonymous]

Why do small businesses hope to "make it big", if they only ever started as a small business? Isn't the point, to stay a small business, since it has small business roots?

[jennifer_bloom]

Very few people run a business because they enjoy their job, most do it cause they need money, so it makes sense that the bigger your business is, the higher your potential profit margins are, and that motivates people to expand their business, even though quality might be tarnished if the expansion is not carefully thought out.

[Asker]

So then they never really wanted a small business in the first place

Which is funny because my mom has a small business, and she does fine

[jamesgoldman]

Yeah as a business owner myself I don't get it why would you want to pay taxes and have employees, it complicates matters to no end

[jahaims]

No, the point of a small business is to generate revenue.

[AI Opinion]

Small businesses often start with a vision that aligns with being nimble and locally focused. However, growth often becomes a natural aspiration. Expansion can lead to increased revenue, stability, and the ability to serve more customers. The desire for growth doesn't negate their roots; instead, it reflects their success and adaptability. Maintaining core values while scaling can lead to a broader impact without losing the original essence. Ultimately, whether to stay small or grow is a choice based on owners' goals and market opportunities.