Share This: Opening your own janitorial business can be one of the best small businesses to start on a budget. You can begin by starting small and then building up a successful cleaning service however you like. Once you get comfortable with your business and brand, you can begin bidding on larger[…]
Share This: Once you have started your own construction company you may be looking for ideas to help you grow and develop your business. Here are some recommendations on how to grow your construction company: 1. Hire Good People At some point, you will want to hire employees to help you grow your[…]
Share This:Every year you or someone you know may make New Year’s resolutions. It is a way for some to feel like they are starting with a clean and blank slate. For some, it may involve going to the gym, saving money, or learning something new. What are some ways[…]
Share This: Promoting good leadership skills is vital. One bad manager in your small business can make it difficult for many. You might have higher absenteeism, increased turnover, and a difficult time recruiting. You may have heard the expression, “Employees don’t leave companies, they leave managers.” It is true. High[…]
Share This: Hiring great employees for your small business can be tricky if you don’t have effective interviewing skills and practices. You don’t want to make a mistake in your hiring decisions which could negatively impact your company in a costly way. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), businesses[…]
Share This: Giving performance reviews to your employees is an essential part of running a business. However, it is something managers and employees dread the most. Why? For the manager, it feels like it’s just another item on the to-do list. Only two out of ten employees feel their performance is managed[…]
Share This: Deciding to become a freelancer or contractor can be a liberating but scary decision. Now more than ever there are opportunities to be an independent contractor or freelancer. The workforce has become more mobile and many people who are a part of the digital age can take their[…]
Share This: Small businesses will probably be the hardest hit in times of crisis. Many conditions could cause a decline in sales for your small business. It is important to think of every small issue that could happen and plan for it beforehand. If you haven’t, then plan to be[…]
Share This: Employee discipline can be difficult if you do not have clear guidelines, policies, or procedures. Establishing clear policies and procedures is essential for your small business. Write an Employee Handbook Your employee handbook shares your expectations. It is the backbone of your business. Your new employees will have information[…]
Share This: On March 7, 2019, the Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a new overtime rule for exempt employees. Currently, employees paid below $455 per week must receive overtime. This is $23,660 annually. Job titles do not determine exempt status. Job duties and salary determine exempt status. Are you currently[…]