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What to Include in Your Operations Handbook
If you’re away from your business, your employees need to run the company without you. Your operations handbook should enable them to handle any situation that arises. Read more
Understanding and Using Just-In-Time Inventory Management
What is just-in-time inventory management, and how can it help your business grow? The just-in-time (JIT) approach aims to keep only the minimum amount of inventory in stock. Read more
How a 401(k) Can Give Your Business a Competitive Edge
The quality of your employees can differentiate your business. So, how can you turn your business into a talent magnet? Consider offering a 401(k) plan. Read more
50 Technology Tips for a Well-Run Business
From enabling communication and collaboration to streamlining operations and boosting productivity, choosing the right business technology will make your life easier. Read more
Checklist for an Effective Sales Meeting
The more time your sales team spends in meetings, the less time they have available to actually sell. Read more
Generational Differences in Employee Benefit Preferences
Three generations have roughly equal representation in the workforce today: millennials, generation X, and baby boomers. Read more
6 Tips for Managing Multiple Business Locations
You think you’re ready to expand your small business because your loyal customer base is asking for more locations. That’s great news. Read more
How to Calculate and Pay Estimated Taxes as a Sole Proprietor
If you run your business as a sole proprietor, you may need to pay estimated taxes to the IRS throughout the year. Read more
Questions Freelancers Should Ask a Tax Preparer
Are you a freelancer who doesn’t have or need a CPA but wants someone to do your taxes? Print out, and complete this checklist for each candidate you consider. Read more
Are You Ready for Venture Capital?
While venture capital gets a lot of attention in the media, it's not necessarily the best financing strategy for every growing business. Read more
Employee or Independent Contractor? Understanding the Classification Tests
Are you completely confident you're correctly classifying workers as independent contractors? Read more