Easy Ways for Entrepreneurs to Build a Nest Egg It’s no surprise that many people across the nation struggle to save money. Whether it’s for retirement or a rainy day, many Americans don’t put money away because other duties get in the way. Entrepreneurs are, unfortunately, in the same position. Many business owners lack retirementRead more
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Starting a business requires passion and financial support. But so does growing a business. No matter where you are in your business’s life cycle, a business loan can help you get started or address specific needs along the way. Many businesses already sought out funding to aid their operations, but COVID-19 has pushed many moreRead more
A little stress is part of every business. Work stress can be brought on by a number of reasons, such as increased workload, deadlines, changes in staffing or bullying. Any employer will know that stressed and unhappy employees are not the most productive and effective, which is why it pays to keep workplace stress atRead more
Entrepreneurs and business owners can often pay hundreds to thousands of dollars to work with business mentors. They seek guidance to help them find their purpose and hone into their operations to encourage business growth. However, there is not just one person that can give you everything you need when it comes to mentoring. ItRead more
As a business owner, you have a duty to be fair when hiring and firing. Although every business hopes that each hire turns out to be a positive one, there will inevitably come a time when you have to let an employee go. It’s important that this is handled and communicated carefully, as one wrongRead more
Teamwork makes the dream work. It’s a decent saying, but there’s a lot missing from the statement. When it comes to improving teamwork, defining what improvement looks like is the first step. A business owner cannot simply ‘improve teamwork’ for the sake of improvement alone. Instead, you and your team must assess and strengthen together.Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic and its economic fallout have mounted huge challenges for communities around the world. Start-ups have sunk and small businesses have laid off full-time employees because of economic constraints. Faced with so much stress and chaos, it’s only natural that business owners have been feeling overwhelmed during this difficult time. However, when takingRead more
It’s safe to say that COVID-19 has quickly changed the way organizations function day-to-day. Businesses have been forced to send their teams to work from home if they can, and have even had to lay off full-time staff to handle the plummet in profit. Unless your business was already accustom to flexible working, transitioning toRead more
If your state ordered you to close your company’s doors throughout COVID-19, you may have faced a significant interruption in your business. If your storefront or office is closed and sales are plummeting, you may think that a business interruption insurance claim can help to recoup some of your losses. Business Interruption Coverage inRead more
We’ve finally turned a corner in COVID-19. Businesses and communities are being allowed to open up and employees are allowed to return to work – to some degree. While there’s no clear roadmap on how to guarantee a smooth return, there are some guidelines and strategies that you can implement to help your business. Read more
