The Labor Market’s Sudden Shift Towards Skilled Trade Workers is a Win for Blue-Collar Jobs
That’s correct! According to data, skilled trade jobs have experienced double-digit growth in demand since the start of 2023. This means that there is a significant increase in the number of job opportunities available in various skilled trades. Many industries are seeking skilled laborers to fill these positions, highlighting the importance and demand for these […]
8 Things Every Small Business Owner Needs To Know
The Small Business Administration considers any company with fewer than 500 employees “small,” which accurately describes 99.7 percent of businesses in the United States. Running your own business comes with great benefits—such as freedom, control, financial rewards, unlimited growth, and seeing your dreams come true. But it also comes with risks, like stress, time commitment, […]
5 Straightforward Ways To Go From Employed To Self-Employed
If you’re considering taking the leap from employment to self-employment, you’ll feel a mix of excitement and uncertainly. Starting a new business from scratch is a scary prospect for many, holding various unknowns. A better way is to make a plan based on your current situation. Start where you are and use what you have, […]
How to Apply for a Small Business Grant
Before applying for financial support, Keith R. Hall, president and CEO of the National Association for the Self-Employed, says small business owners first need to determine their specific needs. “You need to know where you’re going and have your story straight of exactly where you’re going and how you’re going to get there,” Hall says. […]
11 Mistakes Small Businesses Make
Running a small business can be difficult. There are so many things to think about, and it can be easy to make mistakes. In this blog post, we will discuss 11 common mistakes small businesses make, and how to avoid them. By learning what these mistakes are and taking steps to avoid them, you […]
RECOVERY REBATE CREDITS
HOW DO I KNOW IF I RECEIVED ALL OF MY ECONOMIC IMPACT PAYMENTS? The IRS has issued all first, second and third Economic Impact Payments. Most eligible people already received their stimulus payments and won’t be eligible to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit. People who are missing a stimulus payment or got less than […]
THE ART OF RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL FAMILY BUSINESS: BREAKING THINGS DOWN
At its core, a family business is exactly what it sounds like: a company or other enterprise owned, operated, and actively managed by at least two people from the same family. This can be a parent and their kids, two siblings, or some other configuration — it doesn’t actually matter, as the management is made […]