3 Keys to Safe, Efficient Materials Storage and Inventory Management
Improper storage of materials had deadly consequences for one worker when an explosion rocked a construction site off U.S. 280 in Harpersville, Alabama. Christopher Anderson of Mississippi was killed when he opened a storage container containing flammable materials while installing natural gas lines. Four other workers were injured, passing vehicles and a nearby road were…
Read MoreTaxation of Corporations: C Corporation and S Corporation
There are generally two ways corporations may be taxed under the federal rules. By default, a corporation is taxed under Subchapter C of the Internal Revenue Code. However, a corporation may instead elect to be taxed under Subchapter S of the Internal Revenue Code. The selection of a certain type of entity structure or election…
Read MoreBusiness Location Strategies for Startups and New SMEs
In How to Choose a Location for Your Small Business, I discussed picking a location based on customer and other factors, without considering the importance of search engine visibility. However, having a location strategy is as important as choosing a good location for customers and staff. In a business environment where search engine visibility is…
Read MoreContractors: What is a Surety Bond and How Does it Differ from Insurance?
The construction industry has been on a growth streak for the last decade, offering several opportunities for those with skills and experience in the industry. Becoming a licensed construction contractor offers unlimited potential to work on residential and commercial projects, all which can be lucrative when done right. Read more on hiring home remodeling contractors…
Read More3 Bulletproof Processes to Scale Your Business
The founders of any business are under a lot of pressure. They’re responsible for initially getting the business started, crafting the company culture and mission, and making sure it succeeds past the beginning phases. However, there comes a time where founders need to step back and allow growth to happen. Think of your small business…
Read More5 Key Elements of a Winning Business Strategy Today
Does your business have a visible positive strategy, or do your customers and employees still see your primary focus as closing more sales and killing competitors? Certainly that has been the strategy of many companies, and has worked in the past, but today’s customers and workers are looking for more. They want relationships, positive experiences,…
Read MoreDigital Engagement
It’s hard to imagine there is an active business today that doesn’t have some level of digital connection and engagement. But the truth is that how business leaders define engagement and the level in which they invest (time, money, staff, etc.) in that engagement is an incredibly wide range. Deloitte did a study for Connected Small…
Read MoreYour Social Media Needs a Stronger Voice. Here’s How to Get One.
Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are fantastic free business tools. They allow us to promote what we do, share relevant information, and engage with customers quickly and effectively, on a more personal level than ever before. When we get social media interaction right, the results can be instant and astounding. But used badly, social…
Read More5 Ways Small Businesses Can Improve Customer Security
The customer is always right—and they’re always the top priority at a successful business. Sure, a well-rounded business will take care of its employees and keep its shareholders happy. But if they can’t ensure customers get a good experience, they’re in trouble. Businesses can do a lot in terms of offering great products for affordable…
Read More6 Things to Help Get You Motivated
Now isn’t the time to retreat into your shell and ride out the year by flying under the radar. No sir! Instead, we propose six intriguing ways to stay motivated and finish this year off right! Training yourself to become a goal-oriented person isn’t as hard as it looks. If your dream is to become…
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