The internet is crawling with articles about how to overcome obstacles and persevere through professional adversity. They give upbeat, chirpy advice about setting goals, maintaining a positive attitude, and seeing failures as opportunities. All of this is good advice, but every time I ... READ MORE >
Let’s Talk Teamwork
You may have heard this before, but no small business owner is an island. You succeed or fail in large part thanks to the strength of the support network surrounding you. Notice I said “strength” of your support network, not “size.” It doesn’t have to be huge! In fact, when you’re just starting, one ... READ MORE >
Employees vs. Contractors: the Differences go Beyond Taxes
Most small business owners outgrow handling every facet of their business themselves. When that happens to you, if it hasn’t already, expanding your team is the logical next step. But, deciding to expand is only half the battle. You also need to choose how you want to grow your organization. Is ... READ MORE >
Bookkeepers vs. CPAs: Make the Best Choice for your Business
As a group, small business owners are expert-level DIYers. But, even the most resourceful small business owners will eventually find themselves needing to bring in experts to help them manage their business finances. If you’re a small business owner navigating just this situation, then ... READ MORE >
Five Steps to Make Managing a Remote Team Easy
In a world where it’s easy to stay connected 24/7, going into the office isn’t as important as it used to be. Remote work, whether completely remote or as an occasional option, is a fantastic perk to offer employees - and can help small business owners build the best possible teams. As a small ... READ MORE >