When you launch a business, you may need one or more employees to help you operate. Or maybe you’ve been in business and have handled every aspect on your own, but now want help. Your first employee may be you if your business is incorporated and you provide services. Having an employee—even yourself—means various tax and regulatory responsibilities. Here’s what to know when hiring your first employee.
Read MoreLanding a corporate client is no easy task for a small business owner. However, if you do land a corporate client it will dramatically change the trajectory of your business. If your product or service passes the scrutiny of that first corporate client, other clients (small or large) are more likely to give you the opportunity to make your case with greater ease.
Read MoreMany small businesses go through an early growth stage. But after that, you may need to change up your strategies to take the next step. Members of the online small business community have been through this stage and know how to navigate it. If you’ve hit a plateau in your small business growth, consider these next steps.
Read MoreToday’s businesses have more choices than ever when it comes to advertising. You can advertise on social media, use search engines, or even pay your advertising budget to relevant influencers. To make sense of all the options, it can help to get input from businesses who have been there already. Below, members of the online small business community share insights on various forms of advertising.
Read MoreA side hustle is essentially a way of making money outside of a regular job or running your own business. They allow you to earn an additional income with the freedom and flexibility to be your own boss and pursue your passions.
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