Will Your Top Employees Jump Ship When the Economy Returns?

jumpshipSome key indicators show that our sluggish economy is showing renewed signs of life. However, a survey by the Society for Human Resource Management reveals another big problem may be waiting in the wings when it does return. The survey said a majority of human resources professionals believe that employee turnover will rise significantly once the job market improves. Read more…

Should You Incorporate?

incorporateAs a business owner, you’re faced with dozens of important decisions every day. But the decision on whether or not to incorporate is one that should be given more consideration than most. Given the fact that Americans spend more on civil litigation than any other industrialized country1, the security of incorporating may be more than worth your while. But is it really worth the hassle and added expense? Read more…

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10 Ways to Make More Money for Your Business

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While a number of experts say the slow economy is starting to show some signs of life, many business owners are still struggling. They know that every little bit of business income they bring in can be the difference between turning a profit or turning another employee away. So we’ve put together a list of 10 ways you can make more money for your business in the upcoming year. Read more…

Minimum Wages Increases

timeclockThe federal minimum wage increased on July 24, 2009, from $6.55 to $7.25 per hour. That’s an 11% increase, which equates to an extra $120 per month in the wallets of the more than 2 million who earn less than $15,000 annually. Read more…

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