With the holiday shopping season underway (e.g., October 10 according to BRG, and Amazon Prime Day on October 13), small businesses should be sure to … Read more about Holiday Sales Checklist
What to Know About Re-Hiring Now
As the economy begins to pick up steam, your current number of employees may be insufficient for the work needed to be done. Is now the time to be … Read more about What to Know About Re-Hiring Now
Politics in the Workplace: Policies and Practicalities
As Election Day approaches, it seems that just about everything is political. There are strong feelings that are being expressed on social media. But … Read more about Politics in the Workplace: Policies and Practicalities
Worker Classification: Where We Stand Now
As a business owner, you may want to use independent contractors for various work you need to get done. It’s less costly than hiring employees. And … Read more about Worker Classification: Where We Stand Now
Who Does Your Payroll and Why Does It Matter?
Many small businesses handle payroll in-house, but a growing number outsource this task to a third party. There are different types of payroll … Read more about Who Does Your Payroll and Why Does It Matter?
Electronic Signatures on Your Forms and Documents
The pandemic has impeded the ability of people to meet with lawyers, accountants, and others to sign necessary documents and forms. A good alternative … Read more about Electronic Signatures on Your Forms and Documents
Preparing for Economic Changes: Mindset Makes a Difference
Small business owners have been through a lot in the past months. Many have seen substantial declines in revenues, some have had to pivot their … Read more about Preparing for Economic Changes: Mindset Makes a Difference
Start of Autumn: Business Dates to Plan For
The calendar notes that summer is officially over and fall has begun. The start of autumn typically triggers the beginning of preparations for the … Read more about Start of Autumn: Business Dates to Plan For
10 Time Management Ideas for Remote Working
As the lyrics to Fly Like an Eagle by the Steve Miller Band say: “Time keeps on slippin’, slippin’, slippin’ into the future.” For those working … Read more about 10 Time Management Ideas for Remote Working
Required Notices for Your Employees
The government mandates that you provide employees with notice about various things. If you don’t, you can be penalized. Some notices can be handled … Read more about Required Notices for Your Employees
Back to School Tax Breaks
Fall is back-to-school time for both children and adults. While schools are figuring out how to open and operate during COVID-19, businesses and … Read more about Back to School Tax Breaks
Why You’re Going to Need More Cash in 2021 for Taxes
This year has been a very difficult one for small business owners. Some tax rules have made it a little easier to defer some taxes to next year. But … Read more about Why You’re Going to Need More Cash in 2021 for Taxes
How to Create Company Policy for Sustainability
The Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) is an organization founded in 2018 whose mission is “to help businesses around the world … Read more about How to Create Company Policy for Sustainability
Borrowing for Your Business: Financial and Tax Implications
As many small businesses struggle to survive the pandemic, loans have become a lifeline. If you need money and are able to borrow it, be sure to … Read more about Borrowing for Your Business: Financial and Tax Implications
The Right Way to Run an Accountable Plan
An accountable plan is an arrangement between employers and employees where the company reimburses employees for specified business expenses. If done … Read more about The Right Way to Run an Accountable Plan
