ALL ABOUT BUSINESS
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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.
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The Tax Cuts & Jobs Act Affects Small Businesses
February 2018 - Small business owners will be profoundly affected by the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act. They should consider the tax ramifications of keeping or revoking their pass-through tax status.
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BUSINESS TRENDS FOR 2018
January 2018 - Although 2017 was a volatile year geopolitically, the business climate remained positive, especially for small businesses. Here are six trends to expect in the coming year.
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DISASTER PLANNING AND THE IMPORTANCE OF A BUSINESS CONTINUITY PLAN
December 2017 - In 2017, disasters displaced people and businesses with calamitous consequences. Every enterprise should establish a plan to continue or restore operations in the face of catastrophe.
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Managing Conflicts in the Workplace
November 2017 - Most of us spend a lot of time with our colleagues, which can result in conflicts among employees and between employees and management. Such conflicts can affect everyone--how to manage?
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How to Use Noncompete Agreements
October 2017 - Noncompetition agreements, or covenants not to compete, are agreements made for several reasons. This article describes how they can be useful, how to avoid problems, and what to consider.
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Best Practices for Administering Employee Benefit Plans
September 2017 - Retirement plans and medical benefits encourage loyalty and productivity in employees. It is important that business owners know their legal responsibilities under ERISA.
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VENTURING INTO JOINT VENTURES
August 2017 - How do you implement your great new idea if you need time, capital, and expertise? The answer may be a joint venture (JV) of two or more parties working together to implement the plan.