The Hard Reality of Getting a Business Grant as an Everyday American: Lessons from Nomadic Mechanic LLC Starting a small business is heralded as a pillar of the American Dream, a rite of passage for those who want to build something of their own. However, for many, the journey from idea to thriving company is riddled with obstacles—none more daunting than securing funding. As the owner of Nomadic Mechanic LLC in Concrete, WA, I know firsthand how challenging it is to launch and sustain a busi...