The AB&P journal
Useful answers for the decisions owners make every week.
Clear guidance on the financial, payroll, and people questions that tend to become urgent when no one explains them early.
Business · 4 min read ·
How to Become a Better Listener
If you are interested in becoming a better leader for your business, it is important to learn to become a good listener. One characteristic that many strong leaders have in common is seeking to understand those around…
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Business · 3 min read ·
5 Things to Consider Before Terminating Staff
https://youtu.be/0k5tQyVmvdM One of the hardest decisions a business owner can make is terminating one of their employees. From the stress of telling the individual, finding their replacement, to being concerned about…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Employer Obligations to Pregnant Workers
Women make up half of the American workforce and that number continues to increase annually. This is why it is essential that employers understand how to properly handle a situation where a pregnant employee may have…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Protecting Your Business Against Rising Costs
https://youtu.be/la9o3GCuAHk According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the consumer price index rose 6.8% from November 2020 to November 2021, which is the largest 12 month increase since June of 1982. It is hard to…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Cities Face New Challenges Due to Remote Work
The increase in remote employees has been a big discussion since the beginning of the pandemic. In mid-2020, which was the height of COVID-19, roughly 62% of the workforce was working remotely. As of today, remote wor…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Preparing Your Business For A Disaster
Disaster can strike at any time, which is why it is important for you to have a plan of action for the unknown. It can be overwhelming to review resources and do the work it takes to recover, rebuild, and meet financi…
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Business · 3 min read ·
What It Takes to Be Successful on Facebook
Over 90 billion small businesses across the world use Facebook to connect with their clients. Facebook has been found to be a great social media platform that businesses can use for marketing and as a service tool. St…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Tips for Staying Healthy While Running a Business
The weight of running a business can sometimes feel heavy on a business owner’s shoulders. For some, the stress and anxiety can cause them to have sleepless nights and to consume large amounts of caffeine. There are t…
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Business · 1 min read ·
IRS Announces Rate Increase for Q3
Due to interest rates and inflation rapidly increasing, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has increased their interest rates for the third quarter. The reason for this increase is due to the rate of inflation being a…
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Business · 4 min read ·
When is a Final Paycheck Due?
There can be many questions that come to mind when you find out that an employee is leaving your company. One responsibility is ensuring that the individual receives their final paycheck according to state and federal…
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Business · 3 min read ·
5 Easy Steps to Stay Focused at Work
https://youtu.be/tLnQt4xaMuM Do you find yourself getting distracted while working? It can be easy to scroll through your phone or speak with a friend while on the clock. It has been found that these small little dist…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Virtual Onboarding for New Employees
With remote staffing on the rise, it is important to have a successful virtual onboarding experience for your new hires. A few years ago, many companies never saw themselves hiring staff that live nationwide, however,…
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