Getting the W2 right
Let's face it, tax documents can seem nebulous and convoluted, and even seasoned accountants may encounter problems with forms that change, merge and create new variants every year. One of the most important ones is also that which is disseminated most often among...
Business Banking Takes on Alternative Lending Styles
As a small business owner, getting an initial commercial loan for a startup may not be the easiest thing in the world.
How to handle a garnishment
Payroll employees are usually swamped with plenty of calculations each pay period, figuring out proper deductions for a plethora of taxes, benefits and other necessary withholdings. There are other kinds of deductions, though, that may cause confusion. A payroll...
Commercial loans get small businesses back online
The last few years have been difficult for companies as they struggled to survive the recession.
Some workplace decorations are mandatory
Providing fair and accurate information to workers is essential at the office, but in some cases, it is legally required. The Department of Labor provides a comprehensive list of all the signage that must be prominently displayed in the workplace, and failing to...
Financial tips when hiring an outside contractor
There are times when a small business owner recognizes could use an extra set of hands to get the job done.
Avoiding business banking fees helps cut costs
It may not seem like much, but those monthly overage fees and convenience charges can add up quickly for small business owners.
Making sense of tax paper numbers
There are a lot of forms and paperwork associated with regular tax filings, both for businesses and individuals, but getting the right forms the first time is essential to a smooth submission process. Different kinds of work will result in various kinds of paperwork,...
Business mobility increases productivity
Small businesses understand that to see the best return on investment, they need to have a sound financial plan that reflects their goals and ambitions, as well as modern trends that help get them there.
Seasonal employment could help business banking
The last few months have seen an upswing in consumer confidence that is helping small companies keep positive account balances and promote business banking, but maintaining the trend through the holiday season could take some creative strategizing.
Some Sound Financial Planning Can Cut Costs
Businesses know it is always important to try and provide the best inventory and customer service, but it is equally necessary to maintain a budget and keep overhead at a minimum.
Tapping into the success of market strategy
Contributing to the success of every major corporation is their marketing strategy.
Building now for the future
Many people dream of one day opening their own business, but not all of them know that the financial plans they make today may impact the investment advice they get in the future.
Financial plans and security protocols
A lot of companies today feel like they have the next big thing, and some of them do.
How Much Does Actual Employee Investment Impact Financial Plans
Many entrepreneurs wonder if they need additional staff to successfully manage their businesses.
Business financing with commercial loan more likely
Over the last few years, businesses have found it difficult to get funding for their endeavors, forcing owners to simply kept their heads down and try to make it through hard times.
The importance and variety of data security
Some companies may think that keeping track of corporate information is something that IT businesses and other kinds of technology businesses have to worry about, but not them.
Getting a small business grant
Applying for a commercial loan and opening an account at a local bank can help a business get off the ground, but it may not cover every startup cost.
Working too hard for the money
There is no way to get ahead in the business world without putting in a lot of effort, and for small business owners that usually adds up to a lot more time at the office than a standard 40-hour work week.
Upcoming cuts could spell disaster for small business
Just when the economy is starting to turn around and confidence levels are starting to warm for the first time since the recession began, it looks like legislators may be dropping a bombshell on progress.
Is outsourcing the answer?
Not every small business can afford to hire experts as full-time resources.
How much do startups really cost?
Entrepreneurs build their business vision before ever looking into how these dreams can monetarily be managed, meaning they may only have cursory knowledge of the process.
Why you should reward employees for not leaving
One of the biggest assets a company has at its disposal is its people.
Preparing for new technology assets
A growing trend in the workplace is the inundation of mobile devices like tablets and smartphones, most of which are consumer-owned.
Smart ways to stop spending too much
Companies know that having too much on the expense side can be deadly to profits and financial plans.
Building an online success portfolio
Finding the best ways to deliver deals to the most interested consumers is one thing, but making them work can be harder still.
Business success requires intrepid actors
Having a winning team of top performers can set a small business apart from the competition.
Protecting Online Information Portfolio From Theft
There is no such thing as an entity impervious to online threats, no matter how big.
Getting financed in a tough economy
Things haven’t been good in the U.S. financial sector for about five years, but small business owners have continued to persevere.
Startup with costs down
Getting a business off the ground may seem like a costly endeavor, as it includes filing for a commercial loan and filling out a financial plan to prove to investors that you know what you’re talking about.
Remembering the workers this Labor Day
This Labor Day, it should be noted that employers and consumers are still struggling with economic hardship nationwide, and figures remain pessimistic despite some inroads into the lingering recession.
Safe ideas for business expansion
Consumers these days are feeling more confident, a condition reflected in positive business banking account balances, increased foot traffic and new demands for inventory.
Going green for business savings
The economy is still struggling to emerge from a recession, and while some say that the worst is behind us, businesses are still looking for ways to cut costs as slim profit margins persist.
Is Pinterest a viable business plan tool?
Can social media help small businesses create a roadmap to success? Or are they just another unproved marketing tool?
How much should your products cost?
Making money is the bottom line of every business both figuratively and literally.
Personal or business cards make a difference in company finances
Everyone has credit cards these days, even with the economy continuing to lag and financial trust not what it used to be.
Becoming personable works better for people
A corporation may seem like a faceless entity, but it’s really a conglomeration of all the people who do or have worked there during its lifespan.
When spending slumps, curb your enthusiasm
It’s been a hard few years economically, and though some say the recession is over, market indicators continue to flat-line or sink in most cases.
Building bridges with performance payroll
Accounts payable and payroll business banking are integral to establishing good relationships with both employees and clients.
How to make your business a hometown hero
The market is really competitive right now for organizations of every size.
Improving financial picture over the summer a smart choice
There is a lot of downtime available to companies not in terms of internal practices always, but in the services it might regularly pursue only at certain points during the year.
Getting ready for summer vacation
The weather is getting nicer all the time and the economy is starting to level out, giving businesses the first real respite in dramatic lunges since 2007’s recession began.
Women in the workplace still fighting for dominance
There has always been the myth of the glass ceiling in a person’s career, the point at which they can go no higher in a certain position, company or path.
Turning around a failing business
With the economy still struggling to climb out of the recession, it’s no surprise that companies are having a hard time staying financially afloat.
Crafting a successful business plan
Banks and other investors will want to know you have a financial plan for you and your intended fledgeling company before they will be willing to partner with you, so what should you put into your first drafts in order to come up with a winning design?
Raising Pinterest for business growth
FInding alternate ways to promote a small business is essential for maintaining a viable financial plan even before regular outlets for advertising have been exhausted.
Before you hire, take a look at your business
If you’ve found the task of operating a solo storefront too challenging and feel the need to hire a set of hands, there are a few hurdles to jump over first.
Establishing and maintaining online presence
With shoppers changing the way they do their browsing and buying, it is essential for companies to keep up with the shifting trends.
Balancing business capabilities through hiring techniques
Hiring people with strengths to match existing trouble spots is key but sometimes it can be hard for companies to isolate where the weak links are. Talking around resumes
Keeping tabs on business data essential to financial fitness
It may seem like you have a strong password on your company email address and that you take precautions to keep your anti-virus software up to date, but these steps alone may not be enough to prevent a harmful loss of information.