ALL ABOUT BUSINESS
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HOW TO SURVIVE (AND THRIVE) AS A MINORITY OWNER
April 2017 - Although minority owners are at a disadvantage, certain agreements can be made up front which will benefit all parties and reduce time spent by the company and management on these issues.
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Managing Campaigns, Protests, and Diverse Opinions in the Workplace
March 2017 - This contentious time for the country has brought political discussion to the workplace--a challenge for management, affecting productivity, employee rights, morale, and company culture.
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Business Trends to Watch in 2017
February 2017 - In 2017, the face and type of businesses will change as a significant number of baby boomers exit the workforce while an even greater number of millennials enter it. Here are the trends.
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Complying with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
January 2017 - Businesses must understand the Americans with Disabilities Act, as lawsuit costs far exceed merely paying your attorney’s fees. Being proactive to guarantee compliance with the ADA is a must.
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It’s Time for That Annual Business Checkup – 2016 Edition
December 2016 - Keeping up with federal, state, and local developments that impact your business operations can be hard if not done regularly. The end of a fiscal and calendar year is an ideal time for review.
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Importing 101
November 2016 - Many companies import goods. The importer has certain duties to perform. Here are tips and resources to help the importer avoid costly mistakes.
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Employee Incentives: Equity vs. Cash
October 2016 - Retaining key employees needs to be one of the most important aspects of running a business. The pros and cons of Equity Incentives and Cash-based Incentives are considered.
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New Overtime Rules from DOL
August 2016 - The Department of Labor has revised a rule regarding salary threshold for employees to be considered “exempt” from overtime pay. Here's the background, what's new, and what employers should do.
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Boomerang your VAT—it should come back
July 2016 - Travelling overseas for business? Don’t miss out on the refund of the value added tax (VAT) that is usually incurred during overseas business travel—it could add up to substantial savings.
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The Importance of Goals in Business
June 2016 - Most business owners are busy running their businesses and don’t have time to handle projects unless they are intentional and follow a systematic process. That's where goals come in.