Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Thinking about starting a small business in Austin, or ready to take yours to the next level? This episode of City at Your Service is your inside guide to making it happen.
Host Jonathan Thomas sits down with Jackie Mayo from the Austin Economic Development's Small Business Division to break down everything you need to know about Small Business Week and beyond. From FREE classes and expert coaching to real-world advice on funding, marketing, and avoiding common startup mistakes, this is your roadmap to success.
Whether you’ve got a fully baked business plan or just an idea scribbled on a napkin, Austin offers resources to help you turn that vision into reality.
In this episode:
Free Small Business Week workshops (in-person + virtual)
How to build a business plan that actually works
Funding options and where to find them
One-on-one coaching to guide your journey
Ongoing programs for entrepreneurs and creatives
Learn more and get started:
smallbizaustin.org
Thinking about starting a small business in Austin, or ready to take yours to the next level? This episode of City at Your Service is your inside guide to making it happen.
Host Jonathan Thomas sits down with Jackie Mayo from the Austin Economic Development's Small Business Division to break down everything you need to know about Small Business Week and beyond. From FREE classes and expert coaching to real-world advice on funding, marketing, and avoiding common startup mistakes, this is your roadmap to success.
Whether you’ve got a fully baked business plan or just an idea scribbled on a napkin, Austin offers resources to help you turn that vision into reality.
In this episode:
Free Small Business Week workshops (in-person + virtual)
How to build a business plan that actually works
Funding options and where to find them
One-on-one coaching to guide your journey
Ongoing programs for entrepreneurs and creatives
Learn more and get started:
smallbizaustin.org










