Surveys & Interviews
Qualitative data can assist communities to identify key concerns regarding real estate, finance, workforce, business operations, and property conditions to target initiatives. Communities can survey and interview existing local small business owners to understand the resources they need to thrive.
A template for a survey/interview is linked here.
How, if at all, have changing demographics affected your business? Have you seen a change in clientele, decrease or increase?
Do you own the property where your business is located? If not, have rents increased in the past 5 years and by how much?
Are you concerned you may have to relocate your business?
Do you feel comfortable reviewing leases?
Do you have financial concerns regarding the ongoing success of your business?
Do you have trouble finding local workers to fill jobs?
Do you have any concerns about your property in terms of access, appearance, or safety?
Do you have access to small business loans or other funding?
Would you like to be connected to a professional that can help your business with resources and provide technical assistance?
Other Interventions for Identification of At-Risk Areas:
