It’s no secret that entrepreneurial types and small business owners work — a lot. When you have a passion for something, it’s tough to let it go and chill. So that means vacations are rare for many small business owners. Click here to continue reading… »

Can untrained employees cost you money? You bet. And lots of it. An owner of a small ice cream shop found out the hard way. He told his store closing employee to be sure she switched off the light on the ice cream dipping cabinet prior to closing up for the night. When it came time for closing, she couldn’t find the switch so she decided to unplug the machine to make sure the light was out. Click here to continue reading… »

You bet it’s worth it! Publicity via news releases and building relationships with reporters and editors is really good for your small business. As one who is adamant about “it’s not who you know, it’s who knows you,” news releases play a big part. Plus getting publicity helps establish you as an expert in your specialty. Click here to continue reading… »

Choosing your business formation can be a daunting task. Should you choose sole proprietorship, S-Corp, LLC or something else? It’s a decision that will give you a headache in a heartbeat. If you’re not familiar with each of these business formations, here’s a brief rundown. Click here to continue reading… »

So you woke up sneezing and sniffling this morning. Do you drag yourself into the office or snuggle back up in bed? When you’re a solo professional or a small business with a really tiny staff, it’s a tough call to make.  Click here to continue reading… »