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While many businesses do just that, I recommend the use of accounting software in the long run. It saves you time and provides a check and balance system. No need to understand debits and credits. The software does it for you. What’s the best software? Well, it depends upon your needs, but most small businesses...

It amazes me when I meet a potential client and see that their records are a mess. That’s why I’ve coined the phrase I love shoe boxes. Keeping accurate records is essential if you want to know the health of your business. In addition, there are compliance and legal reasons. You want to have those...

The first thing to do is be informed. I always recommend having an HR professional on your team. Let them do what they do best so that you can do what you do best, and that’s run your business. You need to stay informed, ensure you have updated policies and procedures, ensure employees are properly...

First, conduct a needs assessment. You don’t wanna offer a benefit that no one is interested in. Next, know what’s going on in the industry. Work with a knowledgeable agent who can be creative with your benefit package. Communicate and be transparent. Let the employees know what you did and how you arrived at the...

I know I’ve experienced this in my office, and here’s what we’ve done as a team to help reduce stress and burnout. We support each other. We pitch in when we see a team member has reached the end of their wits. We’re realistic about what we can accomplish in a day, week, or month....

Is your leadership style the most effective? Well, it depends upon your team and your culture. Leaders need to be adaptable and flexible. It is important for the successful leader to assess the needs of the team and adjust accordingly. Leaders need to inspire and motivate their teams. They need to support and nurture the...

In this ever-changing work environment, employers are struggling with finding top talent. Here are a few suggestions that may be of help develop a strong employer brand. Streamline your recruiting processes, emphasize career growth and development, utilize employee referrals from your top talent in-house, develop a strong online presence, engage in talent, networking, offer meaningful...

Over the course of my years of HR experience, I found a few suggestions on how to keep employees engaged. Here are just a few. Set clear goals and expectations. Provide regular feedback and recognition. Provide opportunities for growth and development. Provide support. Involve employees in decision making when possible. Provide a flexible schedule to...

Here are just a few tips that I’ve found are helpful. First, set a clear vision and communicate it. Lead by example, establish diversity and inclusion policies. Promote diverse hiring practices, provide diversity training, foster open dialogue, celebrate differences, and create a supportive environment.

My accountant said I didn’t have enough taxes deducted from my paycheck. It could be that the W-4 was not completed correctly. Another more common reason is when a person works multiple jobs and receives multiple paychecks, each paycheck calculation is based on that pay being the only pay that person is receiving. When all...