Small Business: US

As a business owner, you want to focus on what your employees can do for your business — rather than getting bogged down by the nitty-gritty of paying them. How often is your mind centered around administrative responsibilities like payroll? Have you ever incurred interest and penalties from payroll errors? When details, like income types […]

What do you need to start your own business? For many would-be entrepreneurs, it’s a question that hovers like a cloud overhead, intimidating and ominous. Answering it means facing fears — fears around money, experience or knowledge. The worst are fears of the unknown. What if you never learn everything necessary to grow a successful […]

There is no question that payroll is one of the most important aspects of a construction business that needs to be managed effectively. The sheer size of construction projects, as well as a slew of tax regulations, make construction payroll a complex process. Plus, with a large workforce, payroll can be time-consuming and stressful. A […]

Have you ever developed a human resource process as a band-aid to a larger issue? Do you breathe a sigh of relief after every payday because you managed to pay your team correctly and on time? HR problems plague companies of all sizes, from brand new startups to Fortune 100 organizations However, they should not […]

This post is intended for US employers. Click here for the Canadian version. Letters from the IRS are never fun. What makes it worse is not knowing why you got one in the first place. When it comes to payroll tax payments and potential fees, you want to get to the heart of the issue […]

You’re faced with a challenging task. It feels like climbing Mount Everest, blindfolded. Meet Ashley — she’s an employee at B Players Inc., a classic case of underperformance. She’s neither reaching her goals nor getting the job done. Let’s be honest, with her poor performance she’s a time suck for you as a manager and […]

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is spreading like wildfire. Not because it’s state-of-the-art technology, but because it comes with plenty of valuable benefits. Adopting AI goes far beyond following a trend that boosts your business for a while before a new trend comes along. AI is here to stay, and it’s only going to […]

A good sales team is one that is persuasive, effective, and above all, efficient. Having the soft skills to close a deal is paramount. But, it’s also important that a salesperson has the tools to prioritize, nurture, and in some cases, move on from as many leads as possible. That’s where automation comes in. In […]

Holidays can take a serious toll on even the most joyous of people, making you feel more like an imp than an elf. In fact, 44% of those polled in Healthline’s 2015 survey said the holidays are “somewhat stressful,” with the greatest trigger being “finances.” As a small business owner, this time of year is […]

Many small business owners have come to depend on their business credit card—and for good reason. Beyond providing a revolving line of credit and a simple way to improve your business credit score, they can also help you cover your business expenses (and track them for claiming your tax deductions). By responsibly using a business […]

For many small business owners, bookkeeping is considered a necessary evil that is often ignored until the end of the fiscal year. Luckily, there are a few simple steps you can take to simplify your day-to-day bookkeeping processes — giving you more time to focus on growing your business. 1. Open Dedicated Bank and Credit […]

How clear is your business writing? Do you have a handle on apostrophes or know how to get to the point without losing the plot? Whether it’s a brochure or a brief email, your writing says a lot about you and your business. Learn about the five most common pitfalls in our guest post “Five […]

The leftovers in the back of the fridge. The number of calories that a supposedly bite-sized candy bar really contains. Clowns. There are fears… then there are the things that haunt your every thought. If you’re a small business, you are also quite familiar with horrifying fears of all magnitudes. In an article for Fast […]

There is nothing easy about trying to make real change in the world. Furthermore —  there’s nothing easy about changing your career, following your dreams, starting a small business, or even simply admitting to yourself that it’s time to start something new. While it all sounds as simple as a decision inspired by a motivational […]

While server side work is specific to the hospitality and restaurant worlds, the concept of organizing routine tasks in a simple, straightforward manner applies to every business. Learn about the beauty of checklists in our guest post for the Toast Restaurant Management Blog, “Server Side Work Checklist: Why You Need One & How to Use It.”