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You’ve probably heard about the controversy surrounding employers asking job applicants for their Facebook user names and passwords as part of the background check process. It sounds shocking,...
by Caron_Beesley on Monday, July 9, 2012 - 07:48
Small businesses are known for their philanthropic gestures. In fact, surveys suggest that 75 percent of small firms donate to charities each year, averaging a contribution of six percent of their...
by Caron_Beesley on Thursday, June 28, 2012 - 07:10
From starting and growing a business to managing operations day-to-day, one thing is certain in business – dealing with laws and regulations. Whether you are hiring your first employee,...
by Caron_Beesley on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - 07:09
Do you know how much privacy your employees are entitled to? For example, if you feel employees are abusing their work privileges, is it legal to intercept emails or phone conversations to find out...
by Caron_Beesley on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 07:45
When it comes to starting a business, there’s often some confusion about the process of business name registration. How are trade names and trademarks different? Does a trade name afford any...
by Caron_Beesley on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - 07:13
Whether you’re starting a business from home or looking to move into a home office, it’s important not to overlook the fact that your business is still subject to license and permit laws...
by BarbaraWeltman on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - 10:09
Companies that have survived the economic downturn of the past several years may be in a position now to reward employees that hung in during tough times. Many workers have not had raises in years or...
Do you Extend Credit or Bill Your Customers Later? What You Need to Know About the FTC’s Red Flags Rule
by Caron_Beesley on Wednesday, June 6, 2012 - 07:25
Identity theft is on the rise. Impacting more than 10 million consumers each year, it also costs businesses an estimated $221 billion annually. To help combat this threat, the Federal Trade...
by FranchiseKing on Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 08:58
Are you headed towards the finish line? Are you at the point in your franchise business exploration where your yes or no decision on a particular opportunity is imminent? If so, read on… In my...
by Caron_Beesley on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 - 07:38
Being the Chief Everything Officer is okay for some, but if you’ve got plans for growth or simply need an extra pair of hands, what are the best staffing options for your business? Taking on...

by Caron_Beesley on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 07:09