Expansion is the aim of many small businesses. They don’t want to remain small, or at least as small as they started out, and want to increase … Read more about Growing Your Business by Spreading Out
Tax Proposals Impacting Small Business: Be Very Afraid
A deficit occurs when the federal government’s spending exceeds its revenues. The federal government has spent $1.06 trillion more than it has … Read more about Tax Proposals Impacting Small Business: Be Very Afraid
Stagflation: What It Is and How to Survive It
From 1973 to 1982, the U.S. economy experienced stagflation, which is a period of high inflation combined with low economic growth. During this … Read more about Stagflation: What It Is and How to Survive It
5 New Federal Regulations and Your Business
Each year, about 3,000 to 4,500 new federal regulations are issued. They touch on numerous matters; not all affect small businesses, but many do. Ten … Read more about 5 New Federal Regulations and Your Business
Tips for Starting as an Independent Contractor
People often consider two career pathways — becoming an employee or an entrepreneur. However, your ultimate route to success may entail starting as an … Read more about Tips for Starting as an Independent Contractor
Staying Positive: Why It’s Essential and How to Do It
According to the NFIB’s Small Business Economic Trends March 2024, small business optimism reached its lowest level since December 2012. One quarter … Read more about Staying Positive: Why It’s Essential and How to Do It
Top Reasons Small Business Owners Shouldn’t Fear Taking Out a Loan
Popular belief often warns against starting a business with a loan, citing the sobering statistic that 30% of new ventures fail within the first 5 … Read more about Top Reasons Small Business Owners Shouldn’t Fear Taking Out a Loan
Mom CEOs and Work-Life Balance
Mother’s Day is a day to recognize the importance of moms; it became an official holiday in 1914. It’s also a good time to note that a number of … Read more about Mom CEOs and Work-Life Balance
Find Out What IRS Data Reveals About Small Businesses
For many people, tax filing is becoming a distant memory for this year; April 15 has passed. But taxes are year-round for business owners. They deal … Read more about Find Out What IRS Data Reveals About Small Businesses
What to Know About Trust Fund Taxes
If you’ve incorporated your business or formed a limited liability company, you may have the belief that you can’t be personally liable for your … Read more about What to Know About Trust Fund Taxes
Growing Your Business: Buying New Equipment and Machinery
As your business expands, you may need more “hardware” to outfit a growing staff or perform new or additional tasks for customers. The new items may … Read more about Growing Your Business: Buying New Equipment and Machinery
How to Select the Best AI Software for Predictive Maintenance in Building Systems
Building systems—electrical, heating and air conditioning, and other utility services—must be maintained to prevent shutdowns and disruptions. Using … Read more about How to Select the Best AI Software for Predictive Maintenance in Building Systems
Cybersecurity Protections and Your Remote Workers
The prevalence of remote work, which grew substantially during the pandemic, is obviously not going away. In 2024, 65% of companies offer remote work … Read more about Cybersecurity Protections and Your Remote Workers
Serious Driving Problems and Ways for Prevention
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, so it’s a good time to confront problematic driving actions and the policies and practices to … Read more about Serious Driving Problems and Ways for Prevention
8 Benefits of Encouraging Outdoor Work at the Office
Many people try incorporating the outdoors into office interior design, from adding different plants to using colors that mimic natural landscapes. … Read more about 8 Benefits of Encouraging Outdoor Work at the Office
