The past several years have been difficult ones for small businesses. Recently, there have been signs that the economy is picking up again, and many small business owners say they’ll end the year on a high-note. But others admit they’re continuing to struggle, blaming the economy and the uncertainty surrounding healthcare for their plight. Where […]
May is “Get Caught Reading” month. How many books do you read a month? I try to read at least one business book a week along with other periodicals to stay current and informed about business trends. However, many business owners say they don’t have time to read. Personally, I think you don’t have time […]
It’s tough for small businesses to compete head to head with major corporations when it comes to providing fringe benefits such as health-care coverage, tuition reimbursement programs or matching 401(k) plans. But small businesses do have one advantage — they can create a company culture and environment that attracts the best and the brightest by […]
There’s something about starting a new year that is invigorating. You have a clean canvass upon which to create a masterpiece. But if you remain mired in your old ways of thinking, instead of a masterpiece you may wind up with a boring copy of years past.
Is your office going to the dogs today? Maybe it should be. According to a recent survey, the majority of dog owners say they would put in longer hours at the office if their furry-friend could accompany them. And 38 million people believe that having pets in the workplace would increase productivity.