Business Management
Learn all the ways you can take your business to the next level, whether you're in year one or year 10. Get advice on how to run and grow your business-and even what to do when you're ready to move on.
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Using an Employee Separation Checklist to End Your Relationship with an Employee
Every business needs an employee separation checklist to ensure that your business consistently handles terminations and separations in compliance with the law.
· 4 min read
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Understanding Employee Write-Up Forms
Find out what belongs in an employee write-up form and why it's necessary to document improper work behavior.
· 4 min read
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Understanding At-Will Employment
Employers and employees both need to understand what at-will employment is and how it works, as well as what lawful and unlawful termination practices look like. Here is everything you need to know.
· 4 min read
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Productivity Apps that Help Mompreneurs Stay on Task
Busy entrepreneurs share their favorite smartphone and desktop productivity apps that help them get more done in less time.
· 3 min read
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Keep Your Business and Your Employees on Track with an Employee Absence Form
Employee absences are an inescapable part of running a small business. Learn how an employee absence form can be an invaluable part of your employee absence tracking process.
· 4 min read
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Employee vs. Independent Contractor: What Employers Need to Know
There's more than one test to determine if an independent contractor is actually an employee, and getting it wrong can cost you more than back pay—it can cost you your freedom.
· 7 min read
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When to Use a Photo Release Form
If you take photos of people, places or things and publish them, you need permission. Understanding when to use a photo release form will save you the headache of copyright infringement issues.
· 3 min read
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5 Business Permits Business Owners Overlook
Starting a business requires a lot of organization and planning, but don't skimp on the important step of obtaining all the necessary business permits and licenses.
· 3 min read
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Guide to R&D Tax Credits
The research and development (R&D) tax credit is a useful tool for a business to substantially decrease its tax liability. Many businesses that qualify for the credit are not currently taking advantage of it. Is your business eligible?
· 3 min read
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Create an Independent Contractor Application
Hiring independent contractors is popular because it reduces employee headcount, thus lowering overall costs. Here's what your independent contractor application should contain.
· 3 min read