National Small Business Week 2025 in the U.S. is May 4 through 10. There’s a free virtual summit on May 6 and 7 (register here). As the SBA says: … Read more about Let’s Celebrate Small Business!
Scaling Your Business: Adding a New State Location
If your business is growing, you may want or need to expand to other locations. One or more of these locations may be across state lines. The U.S. is … Read more about Scaling Your Business: Adding a New State Location
What to Do about Waste Management in Your Warehouse
The U.S. government estimates that there are over one million warehouse and storage buildings with a total floorspace of 17.4 billion square feet. … Read more about What to Do about Waste Management in Your Warehouse
Restrooms: Not Front Office but Just as Important
Maintaining clean and pleasant restrooms is essential to a productive and positive workplace. These spaces are often overlooked but can leave a … Read more about Restrooms: Not Front Office but Just as Important
Eye Strain: A Workplace Problem to Address
If you and/or your employees sit before a computer screen all day or a good part of it, eye problems can arise. Eye strain is the most common ailment, … Read more about Eye Strain: A Workplace Problem to Address
What to Do When You Can’t Get Approved for a Business Loan
Obtaining funding often feels like a significant milestone for small business owners. But when loan applications hit a wall, reality sets in fast. … Read more about What to Do When You Can’t Get Approved for a Business Loan
A Good Time to Review Your Company’s Driving Policy
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. It’s a good time to review your company’s driving policy to increase the safety of your staff … Read more about A Good Time to Review Your Company’s Driving Policy
Learning New Ways for Spring Cleaning Your Business
Traditionally, Spring is the time for individuals to clean out their homes…and for businesses to do the same. But moving beyond traditional approaches … Read more about Learning New Ways for Spring Cleaning Your Business
How to Build Anticipation for an Upcoming Product Release
Launching a new product is a strategic event that requires meticulous planning and execution. In today’s competitive market, a simple announcement … Read more about How to Build Anticipation for an Upcoming Product Release
Proposals for Better Tax Rules for Small Businesses
Congress is continually giving lip service to its desire to help small businesses, but rarely does something important taxwise in this regard. Much … Read more about Proposals for Better Tax Rules for Small Businesses
Home Service Businesses: How to Get Found Online
Businesses—especially home services companies—have recognized the importance of establishing a strong online presence. Search engine optimization … Read more about Home Service Businesses: How to Get Found Online
Financial Literacy: What Owners and Employees Need to Know
April is National Financial Literacy Month. According to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), “’Financial literacy’ describes the … Read more about Financial Literacy: What Owners and Employees Need to Know
Tariffs, Recession, and Other Uncomfortable Topics for Small Business Owners
The expression “may you live in interesting times” can be interpreted as a blessing or a curse. It certainly reflects uncertainty. We are surely in a … Read more about Tariffs, Recession, and Other Uncomfortable Topics for Small Business Owners
How Small Businesses Can Keep Their Customers Coming Back
As a small business owner, you’ve probably spent a lot of time and effort getting your first customers. But here’s the thing, keeping them is just as … Read more about How Small Businesses Can Keep Their Customers Coming Back
Understanding the Interplay Between Federal and State Leave Programs
Employers can easily be confused about their obligations under the Federal Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Act, state-paid family and medical leave … Read more about Understanding the Interplay Between Federal and State Leave Programs
