Tag: Business

Business & Retirement Resources You Didn’t Know You Had

Planning for retirement can be really stressful. You already have plenty of other things on your plate, and it seems like you have to figure everything out on your own. The nice thing is you don’t have to learn and know all of the ins and outs of retirement yourself. You don’t have to do…


How to Help Employees Work From Home With Children

I remember many years ago, when I was still considered a child myself, hating the Staples “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” back-to-school commercial. It reminded me that the summer was coming to an end, which meant no more fun. Of course, my parents didn’t argue with the commercial—and totally related to the…


Cut Finance Related Costs for Your Small Business

When you’re operating a small business you’re probably looking to save money and cut finance related costs everywhere you can. Odds are you’re looking at the obvious areas like employees, production, rent, etc. While these are great places to try and cut down, these are the most difficult. Many business owners overlook the costs associated…


5 Time Management Myths That Affect Your Workplace Productivity

Any phenomenon that becomes “fashionable” instantly acquires its own mythology. This mythology forms a system of concepts that are accepted and not questioned. At the same time, the vast majority of people do not think about whether it corresponds to reality. This paradox has existed as long as humanity. Some such misconceptions are harmless and…


How Predictive Hiring Will Help You Weather the Next Disruption

Businesses have evolved significantly in the past half-century. Technology factors into virtually every industry under the sun, plus increases in consumer choice and VC funding have transformed what it takes for a company to become—and remain—successful. It has never been easier for an agile startup to cut a successful business off at its knees in today’s environment. To thrive, every company—from…


They’ll Play on Your Emotions

Dear Dave, I’m on Baby Step 2. I’ve paid off almost all my debt, and I’m living on a monthly budget. Recently, I got a call from a debt collection company about an old medical bill. They threatened to garnish my wages, and from the way they talked, I’m afraid they may actually do it….


Privacy Laws and Social Security

I recall my days as a trainee with the Social Security Administration. And gosh, that was almost 50 years ago! The very first thing drilled into our heads was a law called The Privacy Act, which prevented us from disclosing any information about anyone’s Social Security record to anyone other than the record holder. Almost…


10 Tax Write-Offs Not to Overlook for 2021

Running a business can be an expensive undertaking. After the financial uncertainty of the past year and a half, you may face more financial pressure than usual. While many business owners dread tax season, it can be an opportunity to save money and mitigate recent losses. As a small business owner, many of your expenses may be deductible….


8 Ways to Save Money on Business Taxes

When it comes to saving money on your business taxes, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information about what you can deduct and what you can’t. However, for small business owners, especially, it’s important to write off as much as you can in order to retain the most profit for your…


GM Issues New Recall for Nearly 69,000 Bolt EVs for Fire Risks

WASHINGTON—General Motors said Friday it is issuing a new recall for nearly 69,000 Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles (EVs) worldwide for fire risks after reports of two fires and will replace defective battery modules as needed. The Bolt EVs were recalled in November for fire risks and at least one of the two new fires was…