It seems that just about everything is political. With the mid-term elections fast approaching, there are strong feelings that are being expressed on … Read more about Politics in the Workplace: Policies and Practicalities for 2022
Your Driving Policies
Do you have business-owned vehicles that employees use company business? Do you require employees to use their own vehicles for business driving? … Read more about Your Driving Policies
Withholding 2.0: More to Consider
In the old days, employers had to withhold money from employees’ paychecks primarily for two purposes: income tax withholding and FICA. Income tax … Read more about Withholding 2.0: More to Consider
Startup Ideas: 5 Branding Ideas for Positive Results
When you think of a business’ “brand,” which one stands out to you? Is it a company, such as Apple or Nike, with familiar logos and slogans? Is it … Read more about Startup Ideas: 5 Branding Ideas for Positive Results
Configuring Your Work Arrangements
Mandatory lockdowns during the pandemic forced many businesses into remote work arrangements. Now, many employers have continued this type of work … Read more about Configuring Your Work Arrangements
Start Your Year-End Planning Now—Part 2
Year-end tax planning is always challenging due to uncertainties. Will your projected profit (or loss) for 2022 wind up as such? What will 2023 bring? … Read more about Start Your Year-End Planning Now—Part 2
Start Your Year-End Planning Now—Part 1
It’s never too early to think ahead, so now—the beginning of the fourth quarter of 2022—is a great time to begin year-end planning. The goal of this … Read more about Start Your Year-End Planning Now—Part 1
Repair or Replace? That Is the Question!
When you have machines that are continually breaking down, do you fix them or get new ones? When your vehicle experiences problems on a regular basis, … Read more about Repair or Replace? That Is the Question!
10 Ideas for Avoiding Waste
Benjamin Franklin said it best: “Waste neither time nor money, but make the best use of both. Without industry and frugality, nothing will do, and … Read more about 10 Ideas for Avoiding Waste
Profile of Small Businesses in the U.S. in 2022
Each year the SBA’s Office of Advocacy releases a Small Business Profile showing information about small businesses in each of the states, U.S. … Read more about Profile of Small Businesses in the U.S. in 2022
Writing Off Casualty or Disaster Losses for Your Business
September is National Preparedness Month and the theme this year from Ready.gov is prepare for disasters to create a lasting legacy for you and your … Read more about Writing Off Casualty or Disaster Losses for Your Business
Less Is More in Recessionary Times
The saying “less is more” is attributed to Lugwig Mies Van Der Rohe, one the founders of modern architecture. He promoted simplicity of design. The … Read more about Less Is More in Recessionary Times
Is Now the Time to Buy an EV for Your Business?
Most small business owners use their personal vehicle for business driving. And some small businesses own vehicles used exclusively for company … Read more about Is Now the Time to Buy an EV for Your Business?
Reward and Punishment on Your Tax Return for Being a Pass-Through Owner
If your business is a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, or S corporation—all pass-through entities—you report your share of … Read more about Reward and Punishment on Your Tax Return for Being a Pass-Through Owner
Startup Ideas: Getting the Right Advisers
Big corporations have departments for various aspects of their business, such as departments to handle legal, accounting, IT, and HR. They also have a … Read more about Startup Ideas: Getting the Right Advisers
