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A smiling team of automotive technicians wearing matching uniforms, representing a well-structured workforce. The image highlights the importance of proper worker classification for compliance, business success, and a happy team.

Subcontractor or Employee? Get Worker Classification Right Every Time

Let’s set the scene: you’re running a business, you’ve got a mountain of work, and you need help. You bring someone on board, thinking, “Great!...

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A confident female small business owner stands in a warm, inviting restaurant, smiling with a sense of financial security and success. She wears a white blouse and blue jeans, embodying both professionalism and approachability. The softly lit background features wooden tables and modern decor, symbolizing a thriving, well-managed business. The image conveys empowerment, smart financial planning, and the ability to say ‘yes’ to growth opportunities in 2025.

5 Steps to Take Control of Your Finances: Smart Budgeting for 2025

Let’s be real—budgeting gets a bad rap. People hear the word and immediately think restrictions, cutbacks, and spreadsheets from hell. But a budget...

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Bulletproof Your Business: How to Thrive in a Recession

Economic downturns are a natural part of the business cycle, and while it's impossible to predict exactly when the next recession will occur, savvy...

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With secure servers and updated technology, a team member works from home on a desktop computer. She uses AI occasionally to assist with data entry projects, allowing her to spend more time on strategic thinking.

How Remote Work, AI, and Data are Shaping the Future of Business

Key Takeaways: Flexible Work Models: Remote and hybrid setups are here to stay, offering employees more flexibility but also creating the need for...

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A side-by-side image: On the right, an upscale restaurant with soft, warm lighting. In the foreground is a formal place setting, with silverware, cloth napkins, and crystal wine glasses on a dark wood table. On the left, a fast food restaurant with bright, fluorescent lighting and plastic blue, red and yellow booths. In the foreground, a fast food burger, fries, and a fountain drink sit on a blue plastic food tray. There are pitfalls business owners should know about before they expand. For example, merging two very different types of businesses, as illustrated in the image, can present unique challenges.

8 Things Every Business Owner Should Know Before Expanding

Expanding your business is an exciting leap. It means you’re doing something right and are ready for the next big move. But as thrilling as growth...

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A small business owner uses her downtime for self-development to participate in a leadership workshop.

Turn Downtime into Growth: Practical Tips for Small Business Owners

As a business owner, you're used to the hustle—juggling multiple responsibilities, solving problems, and keeping the business moving forward. But...

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Worried and frustrated over a business failure, a small business owner holds his face in his hands as two other team members look on. Business owners can learn valuable lessons from mistakes they've made.

7 Lessons Learned from Business Failures

As a CPA, I've witnessed the highs and lows of various businesses. Some soar to incredible heights, while others face the unfortunate reality of...

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A football team used to cold, snowy conditions gains an edge in harsh weather over a team used to milder climates. Discover your business's unique competitive advantage and maintain your market edge.

Give A Competitive Advantage To Your Business

As a small or medium-sized business owner, you’re likely always looking for ways to gain an edge over your competition. Just as in sports, where...

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A focused businesswoman reviewing financial documents for creating a small business budget in a modern office. She is planning budgets, analyzing expenses, and projecting revenue for better financial management and growth. This image represents budgeting, financial planning, and business strategy for small businesses.

7 Steps to Develop a Budget for Your Small Business

Developing a budget is a crucial aspect of running a successful business. A budget provides a roadmap for allocating resources, making informed...

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Leverage small business networking events to develop and nurture strategic partnerships.

How to Build Strategic Partnerships for Small Business Growth

Forming strategic partnerships can be a game-changer for small businesses and entrepreneurs. These alliances allow you to leverage the expertise,...

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Discover 6 steps for measuring a company's growth and set the stage for continued success and expansion.

6 Steps to Measure a Company’s Growth

In the fast-paced world of business, growth isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. For small business owners and entrepreneurs, understanding and...

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Hire a CPA for your small business to grow your business with peace of mind.

When to Hire a CPA for Your Small Business

Are you putting in long hours at work, only to come home to continue working late into the night on the books? The truth is many small businesses...

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