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Business · 4 min read ·
Steer Clear of These Common Tech Mistakes
As small businesses adapt new and better technology, we enjoy new and more advanced connections, data storage, communications, and so much more. But added dependence on technology is leading to increased risk of theft…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Watch Out for These Common Household Employment Tax Mistakes
Do you (or will you soon) employ a nanny, babysitter, housekeeper, driver, or other household employee? Although we are not a tax accountant, here is some useful information for you from CPA Practice Advisor. “Nanny t…
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Business · 4 min read ·
Exempt vs Non-Exempt Employees: What You Need to Know
Today I am going to outline the differences between exempt and non-exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Knowing these differences will help you correctly classify and fairly compensate your workers whi…
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Business · 2 min read ·
18% of Workers to Reach Retirement Age in 5 Years
Baby boomers control over 80% of personal financial assets and more than half of all consumer spending. They buy 77% of all prescription drugs, 61% of over-the-counter drugs, and 80% of all leisure travel. And now, ac…
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About · 3 min read ·
Bookkeeping Headaches Overwhelming You?
Late nights, early mornings, and still more to do - are you a small business owner staying up late at night to do your bookkeeping so you can focus on your core functions during the day? Or perhaps you dislike the wor…
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Business · 3 min read ·
The Secret to Productivity that Small Business Owners Must Know
We all know the saying: “If you want something done right, do it yourself.” And when you have a small business to run carefully, accurately, and wisely, this statement can seem all the more true. Outsourcing seems too…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Do You Use Fear as a Sales Tactic?
As businesses seek to widen their client base and establish loyal customers, a wide variety of tactics are available to them (although not all common sales methods are effective or ethical). For example, using fear as…
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Business · 4 min read ·
Running a Savvy Small Business: How to Acquire Great Referrals
Traditional sales pitches are getting old. Your potential customers are busy, distrustful, and let’s face it, they’re going to try to find cheaper services on Google or Yelp before you get a chance to earn their loyal…
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Business · 2 min read ·
7 Steps to Discover Your Big Idea and Create a Wildly Successful Business
Last week I attended the book launch for my business coach Joy Chudacoff who wrote The 7 Steps to Discover Your Big Idea and Create a Wildly Successful Business. It was so exciting to see her release her book which sh…
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Business · 4 min read ·
Start a Home Business! 7 Ideas for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Are you looking for a way to start your own business or work from home? Caron Beesley, Community Moderator for SBA.gov posted some great ideas and considerations. 1. You may want to utilize the skills you already have…
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