Small businesses are often seen as excellent ways for producers to sell their own creations, and for buyers to support their local communities, However, while these business may be local and often times profitable, they aren't always sustainable. Across the United States, many small businesses do not survive their first year -- and the chances of them lasting longer are even more unlikely. Thankfully, as a recent study shows, small businesses in North Dakota have a fairly strong chance of holding strong through the years.