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This article was last edited on 02/12/2020. For updated information about the salary requirements for employees who are exempt from overtime, visit https://www.dol.gov/whd/overtime2019/index.htm. You may be required to pay your employees extra for any...
Networking is simply the act of meeting and talking to someone to exchange ideas, learn from them, teach them, and develop professional and social relationships. It can be challenging to start a new business...
As an employer, you’ll need to keep up with certain paperwork to help you make decisions, file tax returns, and follow government regulations. For each team member, maintain the following three files. 1. I-9...
If you’re thinking about hiring your first employee, congratulations! That’s a huge step for any small business. So, make sure you’re starting on the right foot by complying with any federal and state laws...
Choosing a name is a crucial step when starting your business – the right name can grow your business quickly, but the wrong name can lead to obscurity. Your name should reflect your business....
The marketing mix describes the choices your business makes during the process of bringing a new product to market. The primary elements that define your marketing mix are the four P’s: Product, Price, Promotion,...
This article was last edited on 08/20/2019. For updated information on self-employment tax, visit Self-Employment Tax (Social Security and Medicare Taxes). If you make $400 or more working for yourself (as a sole-proprietor, owner...
Before you start writing your business plan, take some time to conduct market research. Market research provides relevant data to solve any marketing problems and determine your business idea’s potential. There are some marketing...
When you own a small business, it’s important to understand some bookkeeping basics to help you keep up-to-date and organized records. Your records can help you make well-informed decisions and develop strategies to grow...
As an employer, you’re required to provide certain benefits to your team. There are also many optional benefits and perks you can give your staff to encourage productivity and attract top talent. Keep reading...