Small Business Snapshot

Owning a small business is one of the biggest dreams for many Americans. The ability to choose one's work hours and have the final say on major decisions holds great appeal. However, while many fantasize about opening up a business, few actually look into it far enough to get a clear picture of what owning a business is actually like. The following graphic, created by Intuit based on a 2011 survey, provides a snapshot of the operational practices of small business owners.

*Please note that due to technological advances over the past couple years, the statistics on mobile device usage may not be reflective of today’s small business owners.