Hosting an Employee Holiday Party that is Festive, Frugal and Free of Stress
Hosting a holiday party for your staff is one of the best ways to show them you care—while also creating some meaningful, team-driven memories. Follow our tips below for hosting a memorable soiree that doesn’t push your stress or your budget past your limit. Make a list—Organization is a natural stress deterrent, so live by
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Thinking About Retiring? Here’s an Easy 5-Step Calculation to See Where You Stand
If you have retirement on your mind, the big question is this: Are you in a financial position to do so? While nothing replaces the advice of a seasoned advisor, you can take your first step to answering this question by applying a simple 5-step calculation. In just five minutes, you can get to a
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Enjoy the Deals Without the Black Friday Rush this Year
If you’re not a fan of Black Friday chaos—you know…the crowds, the rush, the relentless search for a parking space—then ditch the onsite shopping this year while still enjoying the sweet deals. Here are a few ideas to get in on the savings…without stepping foot in the mall: Take Advantage of Cyber Monday Why even
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Bring in Extra Traffic With Some Trick-or-Treat Action
Small business owners in many communities offer downtown trick or treat events. Take advantage of this opportunity to build your business reputation. Involvement in local events goes a long way with both existing and prospective customers—indicating a vested interest in your community. Find creative ways to make your business stand out this trick-or-treat season. We
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Launching another business? Be sure to cover a few business basics…
If you’re starting a second business, then you know everything that’s involved with a business launch. However, there are a few business basics that every entrepreneur should revisit before diving into another enterprise. Consider these business basics and then put them into a well-thought-out business plan: Determine the proper legal structure—Will you set up an
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3 Cybersecurity Tips to Protect Your Small Business
The 2019 small and midsized business (SMB) Cyberthreat Study from Keeper Security reported that nearly two out of three SMB owners do not feel threatened by or are not concerned about cyber attacks. Yet, in the previous year’s study, two out of three business owners reported falling victim to some level of data breach. This
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