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Do you run a business with your family members? If so, you’re not alone. Family-owned businesses are a key part of the U.S. economy. According to SCORE, family-owned businesses employ 60% of the U.S. workforce and create 78% of all…

Second Annual Small Business Community Impact Survey As a small business owner, you’re likely very aware that small businesses are important to their local communities. Americans recognize the importance of this support with Small Business Saturday, which has become a…

Did you know that the average cost of staff turnover can be as high as $5,864 per employee? Get off on the right foot with your employees by creating a seamless onboarding process for your small business. This sets them…

Hiring successful employees as a small business owner can be difficult. If you’re a restaurant owner this can be especially tricky, as the food services industry tends to have high staff turnover. However, there are a few ways you focus…

Offering benefits as a small business owner can be expensive – you don’t get the same economies of scale that larger corporations have. It becomes more cost effective per employee to offer a 401(k) plan or health insurance when you…

It’s never too early to start thinking about hiring seasonal help. The earlier you can strategize securing part-time seasonal help for when you need it, the better. That way, you won’t be left short-handed. With the unemployment rate at an…

 The right technology can make all the difference when it comes to keeping track of your small business finances. And let’s be honest—you need that help. Your time is limited and you’re focused on what’s going to help you grow.…

“Chainsaw Al” Dunlap was once called the worst boss in America. Known on Wall Street as a “turnaround specialist”, Chainsaw Al slashed and burned his way through companies using his machete on their income statement.  While evaluating business performance would’ve…

Article Summary: Tracking mid-year performance is an important way to make sure your business is meeting the goals you set out in the beginning of the year. Now is also a good time to to make decisions based upon how…