Managing Your Business

Learn how to keep your business running smoothly with tips on hiring practices, improving sales, reducing liabilities, and more.

How productive are small businesses with a remote workforce?
Some studies suggest that small businesses are more productive post-coronavirus with their newly minted remote workforces, but others say they aren't.
September 3, 2024 · 4 min read
What startups need to know about their first employees
If your startup is thinking about hiring, that's great news. Before you send out offers, you'll need to think about hiring costs and best practices.
September 3, 2024 · 3 min read
Creative cost-cutting ideas for small businesses
Small business owners do a lot with a little but, in lean times, cost-cutting becomes the highest priority. Learn some new and creative ways to lower costs while making sure you get maximum value for each dollar you spend for your company.
September 3, 2024 · 3 min read
How to map your customer's journey
With customer expectations higher than ever, customer journey mapping is a useful tool that can help turn a potential customer into a raving fan.
September 3, 2024 · 3 min read
How COVID-19 has changed customer behavior, and how businesses can respond
Customer behavior has dramatically shifted due to COVID-19, but by focusing on customers' needs above all else, business owners can survive—and thrive—during the pandemic and beyond.
September 3, 2024 · 3 min read
Can you get sued for asking employees and customers to wear masks during COVID-19?
If you're a business owner, you're likely wondering if requirements to put on face coverings will open you up to lawsuits. Learn how to ensure your business will still thrive in the new COVID-19 reality.
September 3, 2024 · 3 min read
How female Hispanic business owners are fueling the economy
Latina-owned small businesses are the fastest-growing segment of the business community in the United States, playing a key role in fueling the nation's economy. How do they do it? With perseverance, education, and a lot of guts.
September 3, 2024 · 4 min read
How Hispanic small businesses support social change through commerce
It's possible to be a successful Hispanic-owned small business and also create positive change in your community and beyond. It comes down to doing what you love and being aware of how that can help the community.
September 3, 2024 · 3 min read
Small business taxes: Deducting employee benefits can help you
Find out how deducting employee benefits can be a boon for your small business taxes.
September 3, 2024 · 3 min read
5 things to expect during your first 90 days as a business owner
Boost your chances for success by getting to know your customers, hiring a talented team, and making smart investments.
September 3, 2024 · 3 min read