While substance abuse among full and part time workers continues to rise, the majority of small business owners do not have a substance-abuse policy in place. Many do not realize that the potential costs of not having such a policy can easily bring a small business to its knees. (Note: If you are in search ... Read more...
Starting and running a business successfully often depends on accessing the right information and tools at the right time and knowing how use it all. Get your business started on the right foot with these resources for guidance, statistics, and other information specific to family-owned businesses. This post is part of a Frugal Family Business ... Read more...
Deciding to start up a family owned business means you will also be in the "business" of maintaining relationships. If you ignore this role, then your family relationships could quickly become family rivalries, and as these connections disintegrate, so will your business. This is part 2 in a Frugal Family Business Series Many articles have ... Read more...
The legal requirements involved in launching a business can seem overwhelming. Even so, it's a necessary evil to not only become familiar with, but also understand all that is legally required to open a business. Depending upon the business you plan to open, many are required to not only hold a license, but also obtain ... Read more...
Running a family business has a certain allure. Get it right, and you'll capitalize on a wellspring of passion, cohesion, familiarity, and resilience. But without enough care and planning, the business can quickly degenerate into a sticky, dysfunctional mess. These tips and resources can help you get it right. To an outsider, seeing that a ... Read more...