The President and Congress are off and running with their agenda for change. How will small businesses fare in this flurry of activity? Likely some … Read more about What a New Congress and a New Administration Mean for Small Business
Increasing Productivity without Burning Out Your Employees
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, productivity is “a measure of economic performance that compares the amount of goods and services … Read more about Increasing Productivity without Burning Out Your Employees
What SMBs Need to Know About Industry 4.0
Some experts consider Industry 4.0 the fourth industrial revolution — it’s that important to the business world. Industry 4.0 refers to the use of … Read more about What SMBs Need to Know About Industry 4.0
Is Romance Back in the Office?
Valentines Day is always a good time to review business policies about dating. Return-to-office policies may mean more workplace romances. Is this a … Read more about Is Romance Back in the Office?
Winter Weather and Its Impact on Your Business
On the calendar, Winter is half over and Spring is just around the corner. Winter weather, however, doesn’t read the calendar, and severe storms and … Read more about Winter Weather and Its Impact on Your Business
What Do Employees Want Most in 2025?
It seems to me that the answer depends on who’s taking a survey or asking the questions. Nonetheless, there’s consensus on some things employees want. … Read more about What Do Employees Want Most in 2025?
How to Scale Your Business This Year: An Overview
Scaling a business means growing a company while keeping costs in hand to maintain or increase profit margins. There isn’t just one way to do it. … Read more about How to Scale Your Business This Year: An Overview
10 Potential Business Threats and How to Be Prepared
“Forewarned is forearmed.” ~ Latin proverb Things happen. In many cases you can’t prevent them from happening, but you can be aware that they could … Read more about 10 Potential Business Threats and How to Be Prepared
Section 530 Explained and What You Need To Do
Alert: The IRS just released more guidance on Sec. 530 relief. In determining whether an individual is treated as an employee, in addition to the … Read more about Section 530 Explained and What You Need To Do
Up in Smoke: Dreams of Small Business Owners Lost in the California Wildfires
I was a little hesitant to write about this event while embers are still smoldering, but I concluded that there’s much to be said and done about this … Read more about Up in Smoke: Dreams of Small Business Owners Lost in the California Wildfires
Wearable Branding Can Boost Your Small Business Marketing Efforts
When it comes to standing out as a small business, creativity often makes all the difference. While digital ads and social media campaigns are … Read more about Wearable Branding Can Boost Your Small Business Marketing Efforts
Contrarian Business Practices: Swimming Upstream for Success
Salmon famously swim upstream to spawn and ensure the survival of their species. It’s a good metaphor for small business owners…go against the grain … Read more about Contrarian Business Practices: Swimming Upstream for Success
5 Strategies for Actualizing Your New Year’s Resolutions
Many small business owners may set resolutions they hope to pursue in the coming year. Maybe it’s about finding and retaining good employees, adopting … Read more about 5 Strategies for Actualizing Your New Year’s Resolutions
Celebrate Your Business Success
2024 is drawing to a close. Hopefully, this year has been a good one for your business. Perhaps you’ve hit or exceeded your sales goals. Maybe you … Read more about Celebrate Your Business Success
Top Business Audiobooks for Small Business Leaders
Lifelong learning is paramount to running a successful and thriving small business. The “Strategies for Increased Learning for Owners and Staff” post … Read more about Top Business Audiobooks for Small Business Leaders
