Turning the Ship Around for Nonprofits
Nonprofit organizations throughout the nation are experiencing dramatic change. With new and ever changing Federal and state regulations, decreasing resources, increasing workload and fast advancing...
View ArticleControlling the Human Resource Cost Center
For years organizations have struggled with the complex nature of the relationship between the human resource functions and running a successful business. Granted, companies understand that human...
View ArticleHuman Resources: The Corporate Firefighters
The ongoing discussions about the true value and benefits of a well-organized human resources function continue to occupy a considerable amount of time in Executive meeting rooms across the globe. From...
View ArticleStaff Training and Development: The Best Small Business Return on Investment
As small businesses continue to struggle with the cost of doing business in today’s economy, an often overlooked and under-valued aspect of profitability is how prepared your employees are for success....
View ArticleExiting the Revolving Door: Avoiding The Recruitment-Turnover Cycle
As organizations seek to grow the focus on recruitment and hiring skilled employees becomes a major task. Writing job descriptions, finding the right medium for advertising, interviewing and ultimately...
View ArticleIncreasing Minimum Wage? Small Business Issues and Answers
The debate over increasing minimum wage continues as the Federal government, states and private companies evaluate the practical and economic impact of the move. Make no mistake; raising the minimum...
View Article5 Must Read Ways to Save Money in Your Business
5 Must Read Ways to Save Money in Your Business Launching and operating a startup business takes cash – and lots of it. Here are five money-saving tips you may not have considered when looking to...
View ArticleCommon Financial Mistakes that New Businesses Make
Common Financial Mistakes that New Businesses Make Running out of money is one of the biggest killers of new businesses. To keep your startup alive and growing, avoid these five common financial...
View ArticleBOSS and LGC Host the First “Real Talk” Small Business/Employer Seminar
California small business owners continue to work hard to make and keep their businesses profitable and growing. The good news is that the economy appears to be heading in the right direction and...
View ArticleThe Biggest Lessons from Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders
The Biggest Lessons from Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders Looking to gain an edge in your business or startup? There are thousands upon thousands of other people just like you, hustling to make a...
View Article“Real Talk” Small Business/Employer Seminar Answers Employment Law Questions
As small business owners continue to ride the wave of a growing national economy California business owners express concern as they struggle to balance increasing legislative Employment law mandates...
View ArticleThe Good and the Bad of Crowdfunding
The Good and the Bad of Crowdfunding In the early days of the Internet, who would have dreamed of funding a new business by inviting people to donate money online? Yet, over the last decade,...
View ArticleLeading Successful Teams: Five Actions for Managers
As most of us are aware, managing a team is not about simply telling people what to do. Effective team management is much more about providing guidance, support and accountability. Team productivity...
View ArticleRisk Management for Small Business
One of the many questions that business owners ask is what they can do to mitigate risks and decrease potential liabilities within their companies. Most organizations want to ensure that their...
View ArticleWhat Makes a Great Business Idea
What Makes a Great Business Idea You’ve got an idea for a business, and it seems like a good one. In fact, the more you think about it, the more it seems like a great idea. But how do you know? What...
View ArticleAre you ready for year end closing?
Are you ready for year end closing? Year-end closing procedures are an annual requirement for every business. Taking the time to do them properly will ensure that you don’t overpay or underpay your...
View Article1099 Reporting Requirements for Year-End
1099 Reporting Requirements for Year-End Timely 1099 tax reporting is an important part of completing year-end taxes. Otherwise, your business can be subject to IRS penalties ranging from a few hundred...
View ArticleIs It Time to Hire a Professional to Prepare Your Books and Tax Return?
Is It Time to Hire a Professional to Prepare Your Books and Tax Return? When you first start a business, you can often save time and money by filing your own year-end tax return. But as the business...
View ArticleHow to Reduce Workers Compensation Claims
As small businesses in California continue to seek a healthy balance between operating costs and profitability we must constantly seek all methods and alternatives for controlling operational expenses....
View ArticleThe Biggest Lessons from Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders
The Biggest Lessons from Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders Looking to gain an edge in your business or startup? There are thousands upon thousands of other people just like you, hustling to make a...
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