5 Reasons it’s Difficult to Lay Off Sub-Standard Employees

October 3, 2013

As business owners and managers, one of the main responsibilities is staffing. Trying to find the right mix of people in terms of experience, knowledge, ambition, commitment and loyalty is a never-ending and exhausting task. It’s one of those tasks that never seems to go away, and that is precisely why those personnel changes that […]

5 Part-Time Business Ideas for College Students

September 18, 2013

You’re a college student, and money is tight, so how do you earn the money that you need in the very limited amount of time you have available? While it’s common to think about getting a part-time job, having a part-time business can actually work better for you as a college student, both in regard […]

7 Ways to Advertise Your Business on a Shoestring

September 17, 2013

Very few businesses can run strictly on referral business. In fact, if you have a startup business, there will be no referral business at all. Since most businesses need to advertise on an ongoing basis, how can you advertise your business on a shoestring? 1. Build your own website. Having your own website is a […]

5 Top-Notch Productivity Tips for the Freelancer

September 2, 2013

Freelancing is a great way to make a little extra money on the side, and sometimes it turns into a full-time business. Many first-time freelancers get overwhelmed by all the tasks they didn’t see coming when they first started. When I first started building my business, I had to learn productivity techniques along the way. […]

The 7 Qualities of an Effective Leader

August 15, 2013

If you were to sit down and analyze effective leaders, you would find certain qualities that they each have and use effectively to be the person in charge that they are. Let’s take a look at what those qualities are . . . . 1. Passion An effective leader, whether it is in sports, the […]

6 Business Ideas for Teenagers

July 25, 2013

If your teenager is having difficulty finding a part-time job, or at least finding one that they consider to be at least remotely interesting, you might suggest that they start a business instead. With a business, they can have almost unlimited options. Why a Business and Not a Job? You may be wondering why not […]

5 Tips for More Effective Business Networking

June 10, 2013

These days, who you know matters. Whether you are a business owner looking for a partnership or some other deal, or whether you are trying to advance up the corporate ladder, a good network can help. Even if you are unemployed, the right approach networking can help you find a job. If you want to […]

How to Open a Business Bank Account

May 3, 2013

When I formed my LLC, I finally opened a business bank account. I probably should have had a separate account prior to that point, even though I was a sole proprietor, but I waited until the business felt more “official.” Opening a business bank account requires a little planning, and proper documentation, depending on the […]

How to Make Your Side Business a Success

March 15, 2013

A lot of people have – or would like to have – a side business to make some extra money. The prospect of turning it into a full-time venture is always there, but not everyone wants to quit their day job to become a full-time entrepreneur. If that’s what you want to do, what can […]

7 Reasons You Need an Accountant for Your Small Business

February 6, 2013

With the various inexpensive tax software packages available today, many people have fired their accountants and are going the do-it-yourself route when it comes to preparing their income taxes. This can be an excellent idea when it comes to individual income taxes. But if you have a small business you could be setting yourself up […]

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