Feb 15, 2018 | Business Financing
There has been a long-held belief in the business world that collecting a decent paycheck is motivation enough for employees to work hard. However, research into employee engagement has proven otherwise. One study found that pay ranks no higher than fifth on the list...Read more
Feb 13, 2018 | Business Financing
Today marks the Carnival celebration of Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday”. For those who observe, it is traditionally a time for merry making and indulgence before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. We thought it was an ideal time to address an issue that many small...Read more
Feb 8, 2018 | Business Financing
“Honest Abe” Lincoln understood that the significance of trust in forming productive and lasting relationships cannot be overstated. As a small business owner, it’s essential to understand that people want to do business with, work for, and purchase products or...Read more
Feb 6, 2018 | Business Financing
When it comes to tax preparation, a good accountant will make sure your business is in compliance with tax laws, your return is accurate, and help save you time and money in the short and long term. The right accountant will become a trusted colleague you rely on to...Read more
Feb 1, 2018 | Business Financing
Making it to the Super Bowl takes planning, practice, skill, and a certain amount of luck. The same holds true for running a successful small business. Here are five things that every small business owner can learn from pro football: 1 – The Best Defense is a Good...Read more
Jan 25, 2018 | Business Financing
Every small business owner knows that wasting time is synonymous with wasting money. Making every minute count is critical to the bottom line, yet statistics show that 89% of workers admit to wasting time on the job and 31 percent waste roughly an hour a day. Bosses...Read more
Jan 23, 2018 | Business Financing
As a small business owner, it’s imperative to know where to invest your resources when it comes to developing new customer relationships. Among small businesses polled by Verizon and Small Business Trends in a 2015 survey, 85% said word of mouth is the most common way...Read more
Jan 18, 2018 | Business Financing
If your small business has been generating a healthy profit, chances are you have been considering whether or not it’s time to expand. While launching an expansion initiative can be exciting, it’s wise to be well prepared in order to manage your business growth...Read more
Jan 11, 2018 | Business Financing
Whether your small business has one employee or 100, establishing a supportive organizational culture with support from management is the foundation on which employee satisfaction is based. Creating a culture that is inspiring, challenging, and rewarding for your team...Read more
Jan 9, 2018 | Business Financing
Small business owners and entrepreneurs are optimistic about 2018, despite concerns about issues such as economic policies that favor large businesses and difficulties finding qualified workers. However, the New Year brings with it plenty of uncertainty, and there are...Read more
