“Intellectual property is a key aspect for economic development.” Craig Venteer, scientist known for leading one of the first draft sequences of the … Read more about Scale Your Business by Stepping Up IP Protection
Disasters Happen: It’s Important to Be Prepared Now
As a Florida resident, I’m acutely aware of hurricane season, which begins in the Atlantic on June 1 and runs through November 30. The Pacific … Read more about Disasters Happen: It’s Important to Be Prepared Now
How Work Order Software Transforms Small Business Operations
Running a small business is exciting but not entirely painless or quick. It feels like juggling multiple tasks—talking to customers, assigning tasks, … Read more about How Work Order Software Transforms Small Business Operations
The Numbers Are Up for Sole Proprietorships
In this Small Business Month, it’s great to see that the number of sole proprietorships in the U.S. has increased. Recent IRS statistics on sole … Read more about The Numbers Are Up for Sole Proprietorships
New Business or Project Crowdfunding: What To Know
If you’re launching a new business or developing a new project for an existing business, you probably need money to do it right. Instead of using … Read more about New Business or Project Crowdfunding: What To Know
Old-School Estimating vs. Smart Solutions: What’s Really Holding You Back?
Let’s be honest. Estimating projects the old-fashioned way can feel like trying to win a race with one foot tied to the floor. You’re juggling … Read more about Old-School Estimating vs. Smart Solutions: What’s Really Holding You Back?
Employees Getting Called to Public Service: What to Know
Small businesses operate with a tight staff; each person counts and it’s difficult for staff to cover when an employee is out for any reason. But some … Read more about Employees Getting Called to Public Service: What to Know
Not Too Late to Prep for Summer Now
While the calendar says the official start of summer is more than a month away, it’s not too early…or too late…to be thinking about that time of the … Read more about Not Too Late to Prep for Summer Now
Moms Know Best: Lessons for Entrepreneurs
Who knew that mom’s cliches would serve as lessons on how to be an entrepreneur? In honor of Mother’s Day, I’d like to thank my mom and all moms for … Read more about Moms Know Best: Lessons for Entrepreneurs
Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace
It’s been estimated that nearly one in 5 people in the U.S. have a mental health issue. SAMSHA says “Mental health includes our emotional, … Read more about Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace
Let’s Celebrate Small Business!
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
