Being a “social media influencer” has got to be the greatest job in the world, or so it would seem. Simply by becoming well-connected on the Internet, you can be paid for touting a product. If you become extremely well-connected — like, say, the Kardashian clan’s Kylie Jenner — you can command jaw-dropping fees. Jenner, […]
Continue ReadingWe hear all the time about unemployment benefits for laid-off workers. But what about unemployment benefits for business owners? If you owned an unlucky small business (or you owned a business during an unlucky time such as the COVID-19 outbreak), are you out of luck when it comes to unemployment? In normal times, you would only […]
Continue ReadingAs states begin to lift COVID-19 lockdowns, many businesses face uncertainties as they open their doors again. How many of their customers will come back? How many of their employees will come back? Besides those concerns, they may also be asking themselves about new legal risks that might arise as they resume business. What kind […]
Continue ReadingSmall-business owners who reopen their doors following coronavirus-related shutdowns face many uncertainties. Will their customers come back? Will their employees come back? Can they even stay in business? But the most pressing uncertainty is probably safety. How can owners and operators of small businesses keep everyone safe? We’ve learned that one of the best ways […]
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. Business owners know they need their employees to return in order to get back to business, but some are finding […]
Continue ReadingCompanies that are making plans to reopen offices and workplaces have received a green light from the federal government that they may require returning employees to 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 as long […]
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. And if you’re starting a nonprofit to do good, make sure you […]
Continue ReadingFor seven years, McKinsey has conducted the largest study in the United States centered around women in corporate America. The study, Women in the Workplace, analyzes a series of issues surrounding women in a corporate setting, such as human resource policies and programs, diversity, equity, inclusion, and multiple other segments. This year, the study had […]
Continue ReadingWe all want to be more successful at work, thus it is essential to practice good nutritional habits. Contrary to popular belief, humans need to consume more fats than protein. They are essential for the absorption of vitamins and minerals, produce energy, and build cell membranes. However, not all fats are created equal. The types […]
Continue ReadingYou might want to explore becoming an electrician if you are technically skilled and interested in delivering an essential service to the modern world. Licensed electricians, sometimes known as master electricians, are highly trained experts whose tasks range from fixing an electrical outlet to wiring a newly constructed house or structure. This article contains information […]
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