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
Some Great Solutions for Better Cybersecurity
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, making it a great time for companies to “audit” their cybersecurity practices. Here are some ideas to … Read more about Some Great Solutions for Better Cybersecurity
What’s a Professional Will and Do You Need One?
The term “will” connotes the document used to distribute property when a person dies. However, professionals--doctors, psychologists, and attorneys, … Read more about What’s a Professional Will and Do You Need One?
Business Owner’s Planning for Personal Catastrophe
You can’t know in advance when a personal catastrophe—serious illness or accident to you or a close family member, a divorce, or a death in the … Read more about Business Owner’s Planning for Personal Catastrophe
Understanding Government Notices to Your Business
It can happen. You receive an official-looking letter from a government agency or a court filled with a lot of legalese. What do you do? Identify … Read more about Understanding Government Notices to Your Business
Employer Obligations to Employees Following a Disaster
Julia Child said: “Any disaster is a learning process.” With Hurricane Dorian recently behind us, it’s a good reminder about being sure to understand … Read more about Employer Obligations to Employees Following a Disaster
Developing Leadership Qualities: Being Openminded
George Bernard Shaw said: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.” Being able to change your mind is a quality of good … Read more about Developing Leadership Qualities: Being Openminded
Record Retention: When Is Enough?
“What the world really needs is more love and less paperwork,” said Pearl Bailey. Of course, she was right. But the government doesn’t see it that … Read more about Record Retention: When Is Enough?
Salary History: Can You Ask?
What about a job applicant's salary history? Labor Day is the time to celebrate the American worker. One of the issues that has come to the forefront … Read more about Salary History: Can You Ask?