Business Management
Learn all the ways you can take your business to the next level, whether you're in year one or year 10. Get advice on how to run and grow your business-and even what to do when you're ready to move on.
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General Contractor Agreement—How-to Guide
A good general contractor agreement outlines the rights and responsibilities of the contractor and the property owner.
· 18 min read
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How COVID-19 Has Changed Customer Behavior, and How Businesses Can Respond
Customer behavior has dramatically shifted due to COVID-19, but by focusing on customers' needs above all else, business owners can survive—and thrive—during the pandemic and beyond.
· 3 min read
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Thinking of Forming a Joint Venture? Here's What You Need to Know
If your company is considering joining forces with another business for a special project, you should first understand the options for such a joint venture. Learn the different ways to form such an arrangement and the potential advantages of each.
· 4 min read
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Creating an Employee Handbook for Your Business
Whether you have 5, 50, or 500 employees, an employee handbook can clearly communicate workplace policies and provide legal protection. And you don’t have to do it alone. Learn why you might want the help of an employment attorney.
· 8 min read
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How to Write a Contract
A handshake deal is a start, but a written contract makes the agreement official and binding. Learn how to create your own contract in seven steps.
· 9 min read
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Why You Need a Wedding Photography Contract
Wedding photography contracts come with many clauses specifying what you want from the photographer, such as what photos they should take and how many photographers you want at the event. Find out what else goes into this important contract.
· 4 min read
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How to File a Connecticut Annual Report
As a business owner in Connecticut, you may need to file an annual report. Learn about the rules and regulations regarding the Connecticut annual report.
· 5 min read
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Going Paperless at the Office and at Home
Follow these simple steps to help benefit the environment, save money, and reduce clutter in your house and at your company.
· 6 min read
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Free Versus Paid Apps—When Upgrades Make Sense for Small Businesses
Sometimes a business app's less powerful free version offers what you need, but not always. Here's how to know when it's time to transition from free to paid, and these are the apps that small business owners say are worth the upgrade.
· 3 min read
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5 E-Commerce Must-Haves that Will Save You Time and Money
These tools can help you manage orders and stay on top of marketing.
· 4 min read