A “social media influencer” is the most important job in the world. It doesn’t take much to get paid to promote a product if you are well-connected online. If you become extremely well-connected — like, say, the Kardashian clan’s Kylie Jenner — you can command jaw-dropping fees. Jenner, the world’s top-rated social media influencer, is […]
Continue ReadingWe 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. […]
Continue ReadingMany 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. […]
Continue ReadingMany 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 […]
Continue ReadingCurrently, 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 […]
Continue ReadingThe 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 […]
Continue ReadingEntrepreneurs 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 […]
Continue ReadingIt’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 […]
Continue ReadingBoutiques 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 […]
Continue ReadingThe clock never stops for anyone and the financial market is no different, particularly when they are dealing with the volatile market of cryptocurrency trading and that’s why an expertly calibrated, secure, and reliable strategy for trading is crucial. In contrast to traditional stock markets, cryptocurrency trading never stops and makes it nearly impossible for […]
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