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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…

Seasonal small businesses ramping up for the summer, and businesses with seasonal needs have quite a bit to think about when it comes to preparing for the summer months. If you fall into either category, you’ll need to start thinking…

Many small business owners are also one-person bands. Sole proprietorships are the most common form of businesses in the United States, representing 73 percent of businesses and more than 23 million people. If you’re a small business owner who falls…

As a small business owner, you are probably an expert in the actual product or service provided by your company. However, you may not be as well versed in the procedures and processes that are necessary to keep your business…

On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate your small business efficiency? Time is a small business owners most precious commodity. In our resource center, we often talk about what you can do to increase your productivity. In the…

Article Summary: Many small businesses rely on invoicing and extending payment terms to sell to their customers. When extending payment terms to your customers, be sure you have a small business collections process in place. Sometimes customers don't always pay…