We hear a lot about unemployment benefits for laid-off employees. But what about unemployment benefits for business owners? Are you out luck if your small business was unlucky? Normal circumstances would make you eligible for unemployment benefits if you were paid a regular salary by your small business and you paid unemployment taxes on this salary. […]
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Many businesses will face uncertainty as they reopen their doors as states lift COVID-19 locksdowns. How many of their customers will return? How many of their employees will return? These concerns are not the only ones they have. They might also be worried about potential legal risks that may arise when they restart their business. […]
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Many uncertainties face small-business owners who have to reopen their doors after coronavirus-related shut downs. Will their customers return? Will their employees return? Can they keep the business afloat? Safety is the most important uncertainty. How can small business owners and operators keep everyone safe? We know that keeping people separated at least six feet […]
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Currently, all 50 states have begun reopening their economies after COVID-19 closures, which means small businesses across the county — from restaurants to gyms to hair salons — have reopened or are preparing to reopen. While business owners know that they need employees to return to work in order to grow their businesses, some employees […]
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The federal government has given the green light to companies that plan to reopen their offices and workplaces. They may require that employees who are returning to work be vaccinated against COVID-19. On May 28, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued an advisory stating that employers could require vaccinations for those who are returning to the job […]
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Entrepreneurs are natural self-starters who believe they can do it all themselves, including the incorporation work necessary to start a small business. (And with some of the resources available on the internet, sometimes they might be right.) But incorporation can be a tricky thing to get right. It is important to do your research if you are establishing a […]
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It’s all about the income when you own a small business. A traditional shop or store might make profits from sales, or both. Venture capital money might be available for startups. In either case, it might be necessary to be more creative in your revenue streams. You can make money on the stock market for […]
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The peer-to-peer economy has revolutionized the way people do business. Consequently, the financial sector has made impressive advances. Microloans are small loans that are issued by individuals and not by banks or credit unions. These loans can be made by one person or combined between several persons each of whom contributes a portion of the […]
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A quick response (QR) code is a two-dimensional barcode, usually a square image containing information that is retrieved by scanning to reveal more information. They are fast to read with a greater storage capacity compared to standard barcodes. QR codes contain more information that is in encrypted characters. They also hold different kinds of data […]
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Boutiques are the heart of retail. Independent shops never miss a beat when it comes to keeping up with trends, and they carry unique items you can’t find anywhere else. If you’ve always dreamed of opening up your own specialty store, this guide to how to start a boutique is for you. You’ll learn: Get […]
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