According to The State of Women in the Labor Market in 2023, three quarters of women ages 25 to 54 are employed; with 84% of them working full time. … Read more about Employment Tax Rules for Women in the Workplace
The State of Women-Owned Businesses 2023
March is Women’s History Month and a good time to reflect on how women are doing in business. Women now account for more than 10% of the CEOs of … Read more about The State of Women-Owned Businesses 2023
5 Reasons to Move Your Business to the Cloud in 2023
Many organizations have begun to recognize the long-term value of cloud computing, including increased security and cost savings. It’s a move that’s … Read more about 5 Reasons to Move Your Business to the Cloud in 2023
Unconventional Women Entrepreneurs I Admire
It’s Women’s History Month so I’d be remiss if I failed to applaud the contributions of women to business. When we think of women entrepreneurs, it’s … Read more about Unconventional Women Entrepreneurs I Admire
Growing Your Staff: What It Means for Legal Obligations
If you need to hire additional employees, it means your business is good. You’re probably well aware of the additional costs for each new … Read more about Growing Your Staff: What It Means for Legal Obligations
Groupthink in Business: What Is It? Why Is It Bad? How to Avoid It
Groupthink is a phenomenon in which a group of people make poor decisions because they are too anxious to disagree with what the majority of the group … Read more about Groupthink in Business: What Is It? Why Is It Bad? How to Avoid It
Strategies for Increased Learning for Owners and Staff
The quotation taped to my monitor from Benjamin Franklin reads: “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” What is learning? The dictionary … Read more about Strategies for Increased Learning for Owners and Staff
PEST Analysis and What It Means to Your Business
What is PEST analysis? It’s not an examination of whether there are ants or rodents on your premises. PEST stands for Political, Economic, … Read more about PEST Analysis and What It Means to Your Business
Seasonality for Your Business: What Winter Means
Many businesses are year-round while others fluctuate at various times of the year. In my town in Florida, late November through mid-April is referred … Read more about Seasonality for Your Business: What Winter Means
Supplement to J. K. Lasser’s 1,001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2023
This year’s book, J.K. Lasser’s 1,001 Deductions and Tax Breaks, reflects the tax rules as they stood on December 1, 2022. But tax law is not static … Read more about Supplement to J. K. Lasser’s 1,001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2023
Valentine’s Day in the Workplace: Do’s and Don’ts
Each year, February 14 presents a challenge for business owners. How much celebrating should be encouraged or barred? What dating policies are in … Read more about Valentine’s Day in the Workplace: Do’s and Don’ts
Recession-Proofing Your Business: Handling Debt
On February 1, 2023, the Federal Reserve raised its interest rate by a quarter of one percent, making it the highest rate since October 2007. This is … Read more about Recession-Proofing Your Business: Handling Debt
Supplement to J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2023
This year’s book reflects the tax rules as they stood on December 1, 2022. But tax law is not static and new legislation, IRS pronouncements, and … Read more about Supplement to J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2023
What the Fair Tax Would Mean to Your Business
In early January 2023, the Fair Tax Act of 2023 was introduced in the House. While the measure is a 'looong' way from enactment and may never come to … Read more about What the Fair Tax Would Mean to Your Business
12 Tips on How to Grow a Small Business in 2023
The number of small businesses in the U.S. continues to grow in 2023, and it’s a good thing. After all, small businesses create jobs, drive … Read more about 12 Tips on How to Grow a Small Business in 2023
