9 PowerPoint Tips from a Small Business Owner
When it comes to designing a great slide presentation, be forewarned: I have little creative or artistic ability. I have…
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How to Figure Out How Much to Pay Yourself as a Business Owner
You are in college and it is the summer. You decide to paint houses to make a little pocket money. A neighbor of yours is interested.…
Hiring Laborers and Hiring Family to Work at Your Small Business
It's hard to find and then hire reliable employees--especially if you work in an industry like construction. On today's podcast,…
Getting Stuff Done as a Small Business Owner
Listen now to the Small Biz Ahead Podcast: Welcome to another episode of the Small Biz Ahead Podcast. Sign up for…
Should You Let People “Pick Your Brain”?
“Would you mind if I picked your brain?” You get this question, I’m sure. You’re an attorney. Or an accountant.…
Small Business Owner? 6 Reasons Why You Should Hire Your Child
Are you paying your kid (or grandkid) to work for your business? You’re not? You should. No, I’m not saying…
3 Reasons Why You Stink At Networking
I am frequently asked to give advice about networking. And if you’re taking advice from me on this, then you’re…
3 Technologies That Will (Literally) Replace Your Employees
People, of course, are the most important part of your organization. But people cost money. And people cost time. Even…
6 Apps That Have Changed the Way I Run My Small Business
You’ve built your team. You want to keep them motivated. Most importantly, you want to keep them productive. Thank goodness…
9 Tech Tools for Your Work-At-Home Employee
You’ve done it! You’ve finally agreed to let your first employee work from home. It's only for a couple of days a…
4 Reasons Why Your Overhead Is Too High
Your overhead is too high. It always is. It may not seem so now. But it will someday. That will…