Category: Growing a Business

As a small business owner, there's always something to learn. You're likely an expert in the subject matter of your business, but in the course of starting, running, or scaling a business, there are myriad lessons waiting for you. Fortunately, there are people who have done it before, and have taken the time to write down their words of wisdom for you to learn from. Here, in no particular order, are eight books for small business owners. 1. ReWork: Change… Read More

A company car can provide your small business with reliable transportation to get to appointments or job sites while also providing terrific tax benefits to your business. As with any major purchase, though, there can be major drawbacks if done incorrectly or at the wrong time. If you’re thinking of buying a company car, here are some important considerations. Benefits of Buying a Company Car Business owners who regularly use a vehicle in their business may get significant benefits from… Read More

A recent Supreme Court decision could change the future of online shopping outlets you use every day, and may significantly affect how much you pay to use them. In the recent case of South Dakota vs. Wayfair, the state argued that it should be able to collect state sales tax from purchases made by its residents on the popular shopping site (and similar shopping websites) – even though Wayfair doesn’t hold a physical presence in the state. Unlike some other… Read More

Snapchat may not be the social media site with the most users, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a powerful tool for companies with a specific audience – namely, millennials. With over 180 million daily users, many of which are under the age of 34, Snapchat, when leveraged properly, can help boost sales and grow brand awareness. Not intimately familiar with Snapchat? Unlike Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, Snapchat’s longevity is, in part, based on its fleeting nature. The social platform allows users… Read More