Managing Your Business

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

Legal requirements for hiring a summer intern
Thinking of hiring an intern? Before you move forward, you should know about the 7-Factor Primary Beneficiary Test, which determines whether your internship can be unpaid or if it must be paid.
February 21, 2023 · 7 min read
Business leaders share their predictions about the lasting impact of COVID-19
The best business leaders post-COVID will opt to prioritize employee support programs, an empowering company culture, and work-life balance, along with workplace technology and digital infrastructure.
February 21, 2023 · 3 min read
Spring cleaning: Refreshing your business plan
Here's what you need to know about refreshing your business plans during both good and bad times for your company.
February 17, 2023 · 3 min read
How Hispanic small businesses are using supplier diversity programs to secure contracts
If you're a Hispanic small business owner and you want to expand your clientele, supplier diversity programs can open doors to the private sector as well as federal, state, and local governments.
February 17, 2023 · 4 min read
How businesses are dealing with canceled events
As events around the country are canceled, small businesses are collaborating with clients and customers to find alternatives. Here's what some are doing to weather the storm.
February 17, 2023 · 3 min read
Can I file for unemployment if I'm a business owner?
What rights do business owners have to file for unemployment insurance?
February 17, 2023 · 4 min read
How to succeed as a brick-and-mortar retailer
Tips to help brick-and-mortar retailers compete against online competitors.
February 17, 2023 · 3 min read
How to manage and motivate a remote workforce during a crisis
Need to know how to manage and motivate remote employees during a crisis? Small business leaders share their advice.
February 17, 2023 · 3 min read
How to manage your debt as a startup
Many startups take on debt to fund growth. It's important to have a detailed plan for repayment, however, to ensure you don't stretch beyond your company's ability to pay back the debt, whether it's a loan or credit card.
February 17, 2023 · 4 min read
How mompreneurs are breaking free of labels and stereotypes
Mompreneurs are making a big impact on the U.S. economy and breaking down gender stereotypes. Here are some of the working mom stereotypes circulating out there, along with ideas from mompreneurs on how to combat these negative perceptions.
February 16, 2023 · 3 min read