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7 Simple Steps You Can Use to Stop Workers’ Comp Fraud
All businesses have a fair share of formal and informal procedures and processes to ensure efficiency in dealing with customers and effectiveness of operating costs. As the owner, you should be very hands on with…
What Retirement Plans Can I Choose as a Small Business Owner?
As a self-employed small business owner or independent contractor, you’re likely so focused on the present. Every minute of every day, your mind is on making money to make a living for yourself and your…
6 Simple Ways Your Business Can Stay Relevant in Today’s Fast-Paced World
Many businesses have unique and solid products, strong business plans, and truly want to remain relevant in a quickly changing world. There are several factors that many businesses minimize or ignore that can have a…
Ditching the Performance Review: Another Look
There is no doubt the performance planning and review process in most organizations is broken. Too often, it’s a meaningless annual exercise of managers and their people filling out forms, having “the conversation” then going…
Employees vs. Contractors: What’s the Difference?
Picture this: You’re a successful small business owner with a growing venture. You’ve reached the point where you simply can no longer handle everything on your to-do list each day. You’re now ready to hire…
The Unexpected Journeys of R&D: A Parable
This is a story about Randy and Dave (R&D). Today, Randy runs a small startup that has about two months’ worth of cash left, and he’s more than a little nervous. Dave works for a…
Let Your Benefits Tell Your Story
Let your benefits tell your story. What does that mean? Most prospects and customers have no idea what your company’s mission statement or tagline is but they definitely know how they felt when they did…
Small Biz Interviews: The Madonna Inn
The Madonna Inn is the stuff of California legend. Founded in 1958 by Alex and Phyllis Madonna, the hotel, located just outside of San Luis Obispo near the iconic Highway 1, has long been a…
Emergency Plans Are Critical
“The prizes go to those who meet emergencies successfully. And the way to meet emergencies is to do each daily task the best we can.” ~William Feather Emergency plans are not likely to be used….
How to Protect Your Small Business Using Insurance
The world of insurance can be a huge headache for small business owners. Since getting your business off the ground is your number one priority, it may seem unimportant to get the proper coverage in…
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