Business Insights
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What Keeps Your HR Folks Up at Night
January 2019 -
Be aware; avoid costly employment disputes in these areas: Overtime--The Exempt vs. Nonexempt Dilemma / Misclassification of Independent Contractors / Tracking Disability and Family Medical Leave.
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Communicating within Your Organization
December 2018 -
Good internal communications are as important as external messaging. Talking to employees is essential for any organization to succeed and is good for productivity and job satisfaction.
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Social Media Postings Can Be a Minefield
November 2018 -
Social media can be a minefield. Here are examples of common ways that businesses can be blindsided by social media postings, along with some best practices on handling them.
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Investing in a Privately-Held Company
September 2018 -
Before investing in a private company, evaluate by considering the Business Plan (competitors, customers and suppliers, risks, assumptions in financial statements) and the Investment Vehicle.
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The Trump Trade Wars: What It May Mean for Your Company
August 2018 -
Tariffs will hurt businesses and consumers as the increases in raw material costs trickle down. Join an industry association or chamber of commerce to stay ahead of the war games.
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Yes, These Rules May Apply To You
July 2018 -
Do you import or export goods or otherwise conduct business overseas? You may be overlooking some important government regulations, especially if you are a small- to mid-size company.
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Restrictive Covenants – Effective or Unenforceable?
June 2018 -
Noncompete, nonsolicitation, and nondisclosure agreements (“restrictive covenants”) protect the business interests of the employer. Limiting time, scope, and coverage increases effectiveness.
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GOOD FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE GOOD FOR BUSINESS
May 2018 -
A good bit of the success of small business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals, and corporate executives depends on their ability to cultivate strong relationships with a varied cross section of people— clients, suppliers, peers, etc.
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Trends in Offices and Workspaces: Collaboration, Adaptation, and Wellness
April 2018 -
New trends in office design include reducing private office space, increasing collaborative environments, adaptable and horizontal offices, and focusing on worker well-being and productivity.
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Is My Company Ready for an Outside Investor?
March 2018 -
In deciding whether to raise money from outside investors, a business owner should consider whether the business is the right type, at the right stage, and able to attract the right kind of money.
