Managing Your Business

Learn how to keep your business running smoothly with tips on hiring practices, improving sales, reducing liabilities, and more.

What Is Compliance in Business (and How Can Compliance Filings Help)?
Compliance isn’t just about avoiding penalties—it’s an ongoing process. Fortunately, LegalZoom’s Compliance Filings can take some of the work off your plate.
December 13, 2024 · 9 min read
Can a Sole Proprietor Have Employees?
A sole proprietorship may sound like a lone venture, but it can have employees. Get all your questions answered about hiring as a sole proprietor.
December 13, 2024 · 10 min read
How to File a North Carolina Annual Report
Filing an annual report in North Carolina can be simple and pain-free. Learn how to do it yourself, or streamline the process with our easy-to-use filing system.
December 13, 2024 · 8 min read
How to File a Texas Public Information Report
Filing a Texas Public Information report is a requirement if you operate as an LLC or similar entity. Here’s how to do it.
December 12, 2024 · 7 min read
How to File a Statement of Information in California
To file a statement of information, California law requires you to fill out a form and submit it to the California Secretary of State.
December 10, 2024 · 6 min read
Incentivizing Vaccinations: What Small Businesses Are Doing and Why
To convince employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine and return to the office as soon as possible, employers are providing incentives such as summer Fridays, stipends from Starbucks, a lucky drawing, paid time off and more.
December 10, 2024 · 3 min read
The Future of Ecommerce Arrived Early. Here's How Small Businesses Can Ride the Wave.
The pandemic triggered seismic shifts for small businesses nationwide, perhaps none more significant than ecommerce.
December 10, 2024 · 4 min read
How to File a Connecticut Annual Report
As a business owner in Connecticut, you may need to file an annual report. Learn all the rules and regulations regarding the Connecticut annual report.
December 9, 2024 · 6 min read
How to File a Washington Annual Report
Filing an annual report in Washington is simple if you’ve got your ducks in a row. Learn how to prepare for filing and how to make the process smoother.
December 7, 2024 · 7 min read
How to File a NYS Biennial Statement
Many businesses that operate in New York state must file a biennial statement with updated entity information to comply with the state’s requirements.
December 6, 2024 · 8 min read