Jen Lawrence

APRIL 11, 2022

Others have every security software and protocol in place. One big no-no I see most often is small businesses collecting and saving credit card information. Send the credit card number in one email and the security code via text.” Cybersecurity is a shaky topic. Some people are good with risks online. Absolutely.

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Software Networking Security Consulting 130

Ruby

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Selling, merging, or acquisitions can all be hard pills to swallow, given that most owners put so much of themselves into the business they nurtured for so long. For small businesses, an employee buyout often focuses on the sale of the company’s assets.” Liquidate the business’s assets and close the doors for good.

Small Business 52

Small Business Sales Consulting Finance 52

Ruby

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Although it may sound like a ton of paperwork (which, to be clear, it is), this time of year also presents tons of savings opportunities for small businesses like yours. With January in the bag, most small business owners have sent out tax forms to their employees and independent contractors. Or upgrade your equipment.

Small Business 52

Small Business Home Office Insurance Finance 52

Work Life

MARCH 13, 2025

And according to the Small Business Administration, the number of non-employer businesses has grown 84% since 1997. million non-employer businesses in the U.S., representing roughly 82% of all small businesses in the country. Thats 50% more than in 2019. There are 28.5

Healthcare 73

Healthcare Insurance Small Business Security 73

Success

AUGUST 6, 2024

As a CEO, I hold the belief that climate protection is not merely an environmental concern, but it also has significant implications for our business,” notes Jon Morgan , co-founder and chief editor of Venture Smarter , a consulting firm that specializes in helping startups and small businesses scale and grow.

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Insurance Security Transportation Consulting 105

BMT Office Administration

MARCH 13, 2024

If your company has a single location and uses biometric time punch machines covered by security cameras, you won’t have much to worry about. The security cameras also ensure that employees can’t clock in unless they’re physically at work. Geofencing time apps largely eliminate this type of paperwork, which is always a plus.

Payroll 147

Payroll Software Small Business Construction 147

Insperity

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

As a small business, you probably won’t need to offer such a large scale plan. A provider that caters to large businesses may only offer big business retirement plans. This person or group is in charge of upholding the principals of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). What’s it going to cost?

Planning 101

Planning Small Business Legal Catering 101

Success

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In her experiences as a trial consultant in civil cases, “over time, I realized that for the vast majority of lawsuits that I worked, somebody was not feeling appreciated and that’s why they sued,” she says. Achor is also the founder of the consulting firm Good Think Inc. Happy Employees Aren’t Just for Big Businesses.

Software 116

Software Consulting Small Business Cleaning 116

Success

OCTOBER 26, 2021

You will ultimately have more time for your business (not to mention a lot less stress in your life) if you know your own financial situation is secure, even if your business isn’t profitable to start. Have cash reserves for your business—and yourself. You should consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors.

Finance 111

Finance Salary Legal Consulting 111

Ruby

MARCH 28, 2022

In today’s small business landscape, women-owned businesses are leading the way. Women are starting as many businesses as anyone, and women of color are starting businesses at a faster pace than any other demographic. At Ruby, we’re passionate about connecting the communities we serve to these resources.

Small Business 52

Small Business Consulting Networking Coaching 52

Work Life

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Availability Engaged employees need to routinely feel secure and self-confident while possessing the emotional and psychological bandwidth to do their jobs. It definitely doesn’t measure performance or improve business outcomes. “People need to see where they’re going in the organization,” he says.

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Success

JULY 31, 2023

In such a landscape, leaving your secure job to dive into the job market is meaningless, unless you are prepared to take a hit to your income.” It’s important not to get lulled into a false sense of security: As we see with the mass layoffs over the last year, the decision to stay is not always yours to make,” she says.

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Salary Coaching Security Consulting 76

Success

MAY 16, 2022

The first step is to acknowledge that it’s emotional, says Melinda Emerson, consultant and author of Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months. Breaking up with your business partner can be harder than breaking up with your man,” Emerson says. I worked with my partner since the 1980s at both a big bank and a small business.

Communication 105

Communication Manufacturing Retail Banking 105

Success

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The rate of startup creation across the nation plummeted 44% between 1978 and 2012, prompting small-business advocates to sound alarms. But it shouldn’t come down to luck when we know that the most basic need of a small business is access to capital.

Banking 52

Banking Small Business Problem-Solving Security 52

Ruby

JUNE 15, 2021

That means people are constantly searching for businesses in particular areas that meet their needs: local lawyers, local plumbers, local financial planners, local dentists and doctors and pet-sitters and consultants and personal chefs… Companies with websites will show up in those searches—simple as that.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Small Business Problem-Solving Mailing 52

Workplace Insight

MARCH 15, 2023

Properly subsidised childcare—along with the measures of the Flexible Working Bill—will give millions of parents and carers the flexibility, security, and control they need to thrive at work. “Today’s budget announcement sends a strong message that parents and carers are key to our economic prosperity. But there is still much to be done.

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Government Flexibility Flexibility Supplies 98

Ask a Manager

MARCH 17, 2015

I’m able to meet all my financial obligations and save more than is recommended in my retirement accounts, but I feel this pressure to develop a small business or consult or write or baby-sit or something. On the other hand, I want to remain focused on my fulltime job and continue to excel there.

Logistics 34

Logistics Security Consulting Small Business 34

Ruby

JUNE 5, 2020

Introducing: Business Unusual ! Here at Ruby, we’ve been cooking up a series dedicated to bringing expert insights right to our customers, and the small business community at large. In this installment, Ruby’s own Jill McKenna interviews Katie Augsburger of Future Work Design. Katie has a M.Ed in Sociology.

Small Business 40

Small Business Interviewing Sales Legal 40

Ruby

AUGUST 26, 2021

HR expert and consultant Kimberly Prescott recommends that employers do the following to “responsibly navigate these situations” and “ensure employee concerns are acknowledged without evolving into open conflict or internal disruption”: Set the tone for appropriate behavior in the workplace. Create and maintain an internal information center.

Communication 52

Communication Problem-Solving Equipment Leadership 52

Ask a Manager

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

I have had a first-round interview with a consulting firm and was invited to a second phone interview with the hiring manager. You’ll need to calculate whether the risk of letting your manager know that you’re job hunting (and how knowledge may impact your standing and even your job security if you don’t end up getting this job).

Planning 34

Planning Interviewing Consulting Transportation 34

Ruby

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Jehan Noon: Yeah, we provide resources for local businesses to scale their company. And my background was I worked for Deloitte Consulting for 10 years doing outsourcing for investment banks, started a few companies, needed some back-office support. We had a client that needed high secure phones and a lot of data.

Banking 52

Banking Communication Reporting Creativity 52

Ask a Manager

DECEMBER 18, 2020

I would not have had the confidence and skills needed to secure these opportunities without your advice! In September, my state (Delaware) offered Relief Grants for small businesses. Late last week I was approved for a 14k grant to use on tech upgrades, web consulting, and all the necessary SasS to really grow my business.

Small Business 20

Small Business Logistics Interviewing Networking 20

Ask a Manager

JULY 7, 2020

I work for a small nonprofit that had to lay off about half the team two weeks ago because of Covid. I am still employed, and while I serve on the leadership team and was consulted on how the process should be handled, the communication about the layoffs came from our executive director. But you can and should try.

Cleaning 30

Cleaning Interviewing Communication Security 30

Insperity

JUNE 30, 2020

As a business leader, you may wonder if you really need to put your safety policies in writing, especially if your organization is small. For large businesses, written safety programs are essential because responsibility must be clearly assigned to avoid confusion. Resources to create a great worker safety program.

Controlling 263

Controlling Equipment Training Transportation 263

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 9, 2024

Compliance & Security : ADP prioritizes data security and compliance with complex regulations, giving you peace of mind knowing your data is safe and your business is operating legally. This eliminates the need to manage multiple vendors and streamlines your HR processes. Paycor is a must have software.

Software 64

Software Payroll Onboarding Catering 64

Insperity

JANUARY 31, 2011

Lying about hours worked or consultants charging for time they didn’t spend on projects can cost small businesses thousands of dollars. Small businesses are particularly vulnerable to fraud. The question small business owners should be asking is, “How can I prevent fraud from happening in the first place?”.

Payroll 100

Payroll Data Entry Small Business Manufacturing 100

Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

However, many business chiefs have so far opted to furlough employees instead of severing ties entirely. It is a thoughtful decision of securing the right talent in a labor tight market. of small businesses had to lay off some or all of their workers because of Covid-19. The other significant differences include-.

Onboarding 45

Onboarding Government Salary Payroll 45

Success

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Today, I own a grant-consulting company. Time your move You own a small business. Alison Erazmus, an independent nonprofit fundraiser and my colleague at Grant Consultings, builds next year’s grant calendar in November. But I learned something else too: I was pretty good at writing grants. Deadline is April 19, 2025.

Security 105

Security Supplies Controlling Consulting 105

Success

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Launching your first business can be a rewarding but challenging endeavor, commonly motivated by a desire to pivot from traditional employment or bring a unique idea to life. In fact, according to survey results from Morning Consult and Samsung Solve for Tomorrow , 50 percent of Gen Z aspires to start their own businesses.

Sales 98

Sales Equipment Food Purchasing 98

Work Life

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

From moonlighting chefs to weekend photographers, tech consultants by day, and digital creators by night, sidepreneurs are the embodiment of resilience, adaptability, and entrepreneurial spirit. For many, this dual-pronged approach offers not only financial security but also a sense of fulfillment and independence. Kivas 2024 U.S.

Finance 75

Finance Banking Security Flexibility 75

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 11, 2025

Robust Security and Privacy Measures: Protecting sensitive candidate information is crucial. With these tools, your recruitment efforts can reflect the professionalism and innovation of your employer brand, helping you attract and secure the best talent in a competitive market.

Software 76

Software Interviewing Flexibility Flexibility 76

Success

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

An experienced actress, consultant and facilitator, Ackerman is the writer, director, producer and performer of the critically acclaimed one-woman show, Flowers Arent Enough. Prior to entering the world of global security, Bencie, a serial entrepreneur, was an internationally recognized interior designer.

Influencing 105

Influencing Automotive Real Estate Leadership 105

Ask a Manager

MARCH 11, 2021

Diversifying isn’t a bad way to go for financial security anyways — there is always ebb and flow with self-employment (whatever kind of work), and it’s useful to have a fallback if your main gig is more ebbing than flowing for a period of time.

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