Working with family can have some great perks for you, your business, and even your brand. But it can also have its downsides. Family relationships can spoil a work environment and, worse, work can ruin family relationships. This is especially true in small business and startup situations, where you may be working in close […]
The Case for Card Systems
In today’s market, employers have an ever increasing number of time tracking solutions available. Facing so many choices, picking one can be daunting. Managers and business owners are left to decide what will work best for their business and budget. One option which remains popular is the card or badge swipe system, which allows employees […]
New Study Reveals Best and Worst States and Cities for Small Businesses
A recently released study sheds light on the best states for small business. Thumbtack, a marketplace that connects contract and freelance professionals with businesses across the U.S., ranked states based on feedback from more than 18,000 small business owners. Factors rated include local laws regulating small businesses, perceived “friendliness” of the area by business owners, […]
Tips for Effectively Managing High School Students
For many teens, seasonal summer jobs are a rite of passage. Somewhat rarer are teen job seekers who pursue jobs after school, either out of financial need, personal drive, or a desire to excel for college applications. While teenagers have a more limited schedule than the average professional, they are often extraordinarily motivated and highly trainable. […]
Avoiding a Partisan Disaster in the Workplace This Election Season
If you’re a seasoned professional, you may be familiar with the tensions election season can cause in the workplace — especially for small teams. Even worse than dividing a staff, strong partisan sentiments can even spill out into interactions with clients, leaving them feeling uncomfortable and less likely to refer you to others. Here, some […]
Three HR Mistakes Small Businesses Make
Small business owners often wear many hats. Among them HR can sprawl into a full time position. This can result in mistakes that make it difficult for employees to work, easier for the IRS to target you, and can distract business owners from the important task of managing their business. Below, some of the top […]
How Safe Do Your Employees Feel?
Recently, CareerBuilder.com released the results of a massive online survey in which 3,100 full-time workers described how safe they felt in their workplaces. While 94% of respondents said that they generally feel safe at their place of work, when asked about specific scenarios, many expressed concerns. In particular, a startling number of workers do not […]
Four Tech and Hardware Hacks for Small Businesses
Small businesses have been described as the backbone of the US economy. That’s a lot of responsibility on your shoulders–and why you deserve all the help you can get streamlining operations. Here are three tools to help make running your small business easier than ever! A Sturdy, Easy to Use Time Clock An easy […]
Four Ideas To Increase Employee Loyalty and Lower Employee Turnover
Employee turnover isn’t just a bummer–it’s a business expense. One study by the Center for American progress suggests it costs as much as one fifth of an employee’s salary to replace that employee once they’re gone. Of course, sometimes change is inevitable–it may be that an employee has other passions they want to pursue, or […]
Why Switch to a Digital Visitor Management System
Still using paper sign in sheets? A digital VMS offers a variety of of benefits to your business, your guests, and your employees. Here are some reasons to consider a major upgrade. Streamlined Visitor Process Coordinating a meeting at a secure site can be a sensitive process. The wrong VMS system can leave a client […]