How important is it for a company to be socially responsible? Very important. It’s been shown that corporate social responsibility (CSR) increases … Read more about 4 Ways Employers Can Be More Socially Responsible
Get Ready for Federal, State, and Local Changes in 2020
To paraphrase Bob Dylan, the rules are a-changin’ and businesses should prepare for new government rules and regulations. Here are some things to look … Read more about Get Ready for Federal, State, and Local Changes in 2020
Developing Leadership Qualities: Optimism
Over the past year, we’ve focused on various leadership qualities, including taking responsibility, exercising patience, and having grit. This blog is … Read more about Developing Leadership Qualities: Optimism
When, Why, and How to Hold Your Annual Board Meeting
Annual board meeting requirement One of the requirements for corporations in most states is to have an annual board meeting. Typically, these are … Read more about When, Why, and How to Hold Your Annual Board Meeting
Thanksgiving 2019: What Are You Grateful for?
National Holiday of Thanksgiving In the midst of the Civil War in 1863, by proclamation President Lincoln scheduled a national holiday of … Read more about Thanksgiving 2019: What Are You Grateful for?
Developing Leadership Qualities: Taking Responsibility
President Harry Truman summed up leadership with his deck sign that said: “The Buck Stops Here.” As the leader of the country, he knew he had to … Read more about Developing Leadership Qualities: Taking Responsibility
What You’ll Want to Know About Gen Z
Those born between 1995 and 2009 (depending on the source) are referred to as Gen Z (Generation Z) and some of them are now becoming part of the job … Read more about What You’ll Want to Know About Gen Z
Savvy Strategies for Online Advertising
According to the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council’s The Digital Boost to Startups and Small Businesses: Online Advertising Delivers BIG … Read more about Savvy Strategies for Online Advertising
Hiring Remote Workers: Benefits and Burdens
Telework is a prevalent practice these days, especially for work that can easily be done remotely (e.g., business consulting, marketing, and … Read more about Hiring Remote Workers: Benefits and Burdens
Business and Tax Rules for Veteran Entrepreneurs
Here are some business and tax rules unique to veterans. Veterans Day, November 11, is a federal holiday that has come to be a day for honoring … Read more about Business and Tax Rules for Veteran Entrepreneurs
5 Better Ways to Achieve Your Goals and Eliminate Time Wasters
Here are 5 mistakes to avoid and suggestions for a better way to achieve your goals. Benjamin Franklin is usually credited with the phrase: “Time is … Read more about 5 Better Ways to Achieve Your Goals and Eliminate Time Wasters
Looking Ahead at Taxes for Self-Employed Individuals
Self-employed individuals Self-employed individuals are sole proprietors, independent contractors, partners, and members of limited liability … Read more about Looking Ahead at Taxes for Self-Employed Individuals
What to Know About the New Overtime Pay Rule
The federal overtime pay rule takes effect January 1, 2020 If certain employees work more than 40 hours in a workweek, they must be paid time and a … Read more about What to Know About the New Overtime Pay Rule
What to Know about the ABC Test
No, it isn’t about spelling. It’s a new law in California that governs the determination of whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor … Read more about What to Know about the ABC Test
Developing Leadership Qualities: Patience
I can still hear my 6th grade teacher say (very often) that “patience is a virtue.” If you’re a Type A personality like me, patience isn’t your … Read more about Developing Leadership Qualities: Patience
