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Independent Contractor or Employee?
Independent Contractor or Employee? Do you remember from episode 3 of the SmallBiz Brainiac podcast, the examples of employers who have been and are currently being sued for improper classification of their workers? Click here to listen to that episode. In this post we’ll learn about the IRS Common Law Rules and the 11 point test for determining if a…
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Demystify the Hiring Process
The hiring procedure is complicated. It’s made up of several daunting processes. For me, hiring has always been one of the most difficult aspects of being an employer. There is so much to do. Everything from defining the position, to on-boarding. And, when I’ve been in a hurry, or desperate for help, I’ve been sloppy…
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10 Small Business Pitfalls to Avoid
10 Small Business Pitfalls You Must Avoid Owning and running a small business is not easy. There is a lot of competition out there, and while you struggle, they seem to have it all figured out. Everyone wants your time and attention including vendors, regulators, suppliers, employees, customers and your family. You are constantly being sold…
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Seven states do not allow for a tip credit. If you are in the restaurant or hospitality industries, or one of the many other service industries out there then you are well aware that a portion of your employees pay comes from tips, a.k.a., gratuities. Hopefully you are also aware that there is a provision…
Telemedicine services are changing the way healthcare is delivered…. and that’s a good thing! In episode 97, Kris Hansberger mentioned telemedicine as a way to improve your group health plan. She also shared a valuable tip on how to use telemedicine in concert with your supplemental accident policy to maximize your benefits. Let’s say you have…
Back to two shows a week every Tuesday and Thursday – by popular demand! I want to thank everyone who participated in the survey and provided their valuable opinion on the show. We had surprising results. The response was amazing! And the overwhelming majority of respondents prefer the old 7 to 10 minute format. So….. we’re going…
Politicians can’t simply pass new laws and create prosperity, higher wages or better benefits. Mandatory sick leave is sweeping the nation. Currently there is no federal law requiring private employers to provide paid sick leave for their employees….unless you work on government contracts. However, many States and Cities have passed laws requiring employers to provide…
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