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?
Make Your Holiday Plans Now
Holiday sales are expected to grow, so be prepared If you’re planning to take a vacation or travel to see family at holiday time, it’s a good idea to … Read more about Make Your Holiday Plans Now
Is Bitcoin Right for Your Business?
Introducing Bitcoin Bitcoin, which began in 2008, has entered the vernacular. It’s not the only virtual currency out there, but it’s the one that … Read more about Is Bitcoin Right for Your Business?
Business Etiquette 101
What does "business etiquette" mean? Business etiquette is an umbrella term that includes not only business manners in the workplace (including … Read more about Business Etiquette 101
What Are ARPs and How Do they Work?
The U.S. Department of Labor issued a final rule that will expand accessibility of affordable retirement plans to small businesses. The rule, which … Read more about What Are ARPs and How Do they Work?
10 Things to Know about Bonus Depreciation
To run your business efficiently, you need good equipment and machinery. You may want to add to or replace what you have now. Newer versions usually … Read more about 10 Things to Know about Bonus Depreciation
Are You Engaged in Social Entrepreneurship?
What is social entrepreneurship? According to Shopify, social entrepreneurship is doing business for a social cause. It could be called altruistic … Read more about Are You Engaged in Social Entrepreneurship?
Can You Make Workers Sign Non-Compete Agreements?
A non-compete agreement is a contract between a company and an employee, barring the employee from “competing” with the company when he or she leaves … Read more about Can You Make Workers Sign Non-Compete Agreements?
Getting Out of Your Commercial Lease
So, you’re in an office that no longer suits your needs: the space is too large, too small, inaccessible to public transportation, or for any other … Read more about Getting Out of Your Commercial Lease
Developing Leadership Qualities: Empathy
Empathy is defined as the action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to, and vicariously experiencing the feelings, thoughts, and … Read more about Developing Leadership Qualities: Empathy
Entrepreneurs Who Made the Revolution
It’s been 243 years since a group of men in Philadelphia signed the Declaration of Independence and started a revolution. Most of these 56 men were … Read more about Entrepreneurs Who Made the Revolution
What Business Books to Read this Summer
"Reading is everything. Reading makes me feel like I've accomplished something, learned something, become a better person. Reading makes me smarter." … Read more about What Business Books to Read this Summer
What Your Employees Really Want
Being in a tight labor market as now exists requires employers to find ways to keep employees satisfied and loyal. Unfortunately, this isn’t an … Read more about What Your Employees Really Want
