No one likes to talk about death, but it's a reality that could intrude in any company at any time. What does a death mean for your staff and how … Read more about Dealing with Death in the Workplace
Good Wishes
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Today is a federal holiday in the U.S. and a religious holiday for many people around the world. It’s a time to express good … Read more about Good Wishes
Heed Minimum Wage Rules or Else
That was the message from Labor Secretary Perez in a December 4 speech at the Center for American Progress in Washington, D.C. The U.S. Department of … Read more about Heed Minimum Wage Rules or Else
Social Media in Hiring Decisions
Follow @BarbaraWeltman You may be able to discover the “real” person applying for a job with you by viewing the person’s postings on social media … Read more about Social Media in Hiring Decisions
The Sharing Economy — What It Means to Your Business
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Technology has enabled people to share homes (Airbnb), rides (e.g., Lyft, Sidecar, cars (e.g., RelayRides, Getaround), … Read more about The Sharing Economy — What It Means to Your Business
Your Annual Meeting
If you are incorporated (whether a C or S corporation), you are required by state law to hold an annual meeting. While there's no government penalty … Read more about Your Annual Meeting
Considerations in Employing Seniors
For many seniors, golf and travel take a back seat to work. SeniorCare found that as of 2012 18.5% of those age 65 and older were still working or … Read more about Considerations in Employing Seniors
Your Paperwork and Health Coverage
Whether or not you're required by the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to provide health coverage to employees, most small businesses want to do so, and many … Read more about Your Paperwork and Health Coverage
Your Paperwork and Health Coverage
Whether or not you’re required by the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to provide health coverage to employees, most small businesses want to do so, and many … Read more about Your Paperwork and Health Coverage
Being Grateful: A Business Perspective
Follow @BarbaraWeltman On this Thanksgiving Day, there are many things to be grateful for. Family, friends, good health, and freedom top my list. … Read more about Being Grateful: A Business Perspective
Net Neutrality: For It or Agin’ It?
Follow @BarbaraWeltman There’s been a lot of media attention lately to the issue of net neutrality. Essentially, net neutrality means that Internet … Read more about Net Neutrality: For It or Agin’ It?
5 Financial and Tax Planning Things to Do Right Now
Follow @BarbaraWeltman The clock is ticking and the year is winding down. Don’t let December 31 take you by surprise. Act now to solidify your … Read more about 5 Financial and Tax Planning Things to Do Right Now
Let’s Talk Federal Regulations
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Red tape can be a nightmare, right? But it may be scarier to see how regulations are made. That’s my view after taking part in … Read more about Let’s Talk Federal Regulations
What You Need to Know About Pregnant Workers
I remember when an employer would hesitate to hire a worker if it was suspected she would soon have children and would fire a worker once she … Read more about What You Need to Know About Pregnant Workers
Basis Basics for Owners of Pass-Through Entities
If you're an S corporation shareholder, a partner in a partnership, or a member of a limited liability company (LLC), one tax rule applies to you: You … Read more about Basis Basics for Owners of Pass-Through Entities
