This is a great article from CNBC describing how small businesses across the economy may have exposure to Russian entities and are legally obligated to comply with sanctions. It would be easy enough to assume this only applies to multi-national corporations, but the article describes how a small cybersecurity training firm discovered they had two […]
Management
A Quick Guide to What Paper You Need to Keep and What You Can Toss
If you’re like most people, you’ve got lots of paper. Some of it you need to keep, and some of it you don’t. Here’s a look at what to hang on to and the best place to store it. It’s in the Box A safe deposit box at your bank or a fireproof box in […]
As a Corporation You Need to Follow the Rules
When you started your business, you may have formed a corporation to protect your personal assets from lawsuits against your company. However, you must also operate your business like a corporation — or risk losing the liability protection you expect to have. No matter how long you’ve been in business, always treat your corporation as […]
Beware the Social Media Swamp – Learn How to Deal with Unhappy Customers
The reach of social media goes beyond sharing family photos. Shoppers are reading product reviews online before deciding what to purchase. And disgruntled customers are sharing their displeasure with anyone who will read their rants. A New Risk The benefit of social media to small businesses is considerable. It has leveled the playing field in […]
5 Topics Every Business Owner Should Discuss with An Accountant
Your accountant or CPA is a business asset that you should put to good use year-round, not just at tax time. There are several topics beyond taxes that business owners should discuss with their trusted financial professionals. In this article, we cover five of them for you. While the new year is traditionally when business […]
3 Ways to Make the Most of Your Fundraising
Fundraising is very challenging: It’s a critical function that essentially never ends. Coming up with some innovative ideas can help add a fresh spark to the task. Auction Action If you have an individual patron or corporate donor who is willing to donate a big-ticket item — such as a car, a vacation, or even […]