Small business owners are feeling overlooked by the current presidential candidates, with a recent survey from Goldman Sachs revealing that 55 percent of respondents are dissatisfied with how the candidates have addressed small business issues. Despite this dissatisfaction, a whopping 96 percent of small business owners plan to vote in the upcoming election, indicating their potential impact on the outcome.
Inflation emerged as the top concern for small business owners, with 73 percent of respondents feeling that the candidates have not adequately addressed this pressing issue. Perlla Deluca, owner and CEO of Southeast Constructors in Des Moines, Iowa, emphasized the need for concrete solutions to combat rising costs in her business.
Other key issues that small business owners want to see addressed include taxes, business regulations, access to affordable capital, workforce support, and access to government contracts. If the candidates can effectively address these concerns, they have the opportunity to win over a significant portion of the electorate.
With 21 percent of respondents still undecided about their vote, there is a clear opportunity for the candidates to make their case to small business owners. As the election draws near, it will be crucial for the candidates to prioritize these issues and present viable solutions to win the support of this influential group of voters.