08.05.26 Starting A Small Business / Automated Check-Out Warning

More people are looking for ways to create their own job security. Clark shares two invaluable, free resources every aspiring entrepreneur should know about, and breaks down why the freedom of entrepreneurship remains one of the best ways to build lasting stability.
Also, a critical look at the rise of AI-powered, cashierless grocery stores and automated micro-markets. Highlighting an outrageous story where Ford wrongly fired an employee over an automated market glitch, Clark addresses the dangerous gap between automated retail technology and human common sense. Know how to protect yourself with electronic receipts and tap-to-pay records, ensuring an automated mistake doesn't turn into a major headache for you.
Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the August 5, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your opinions or questions: Ask Clark.
Resources For Entrepreneurs: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Automated Check-Out: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Business & Entrepreneurs Archives - Clark Howard
Service Corps of Retired Executives / SCORE.org
America’s SBDC / Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
National Trades Jobs Report
CNBC: 27-year-old locksmith spent $7,000 on tools, works around the clock in NYC: 'I'd never held a screwdriver in my life' before starting
Unclaimed Money: How To Find and Claim Missing Funds for Free
Mint Mobile Code: SAVINGSPOD
Clark.com resources:
Episode transcripts
Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
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