A 5-Step Checklist for Your Disaster Recovery Plan
It’s hurricane season. Brace yourself (and your business) for circumstances beyond your control.
Managing Your Business
It takes a lot more than great ideas to run a strong company. Smart entrepreneurs have a keen sense of business management. Increase your knowledge in areas like finance, markets, human resources, communication, technology and business policy and strategy.
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Managing Your Business
It takes a lot more than great ideas to run a strong company. Smart entrepreneurs have a keen sense of business management. Increase your knowledge in areas like finance, markets, human resources, communication, technology and business policy and strategy.
The Best CEOs Embrace This Leadership Skill
Deborah Sweeney of MyCorporation explains how to take a hands-on approach in the workplace. It’s a leadership quality that many women entrepreneurs display.
What To Do When The Media Misspells Your Name or Someone Introduces You With The Wrong Title
It’s the awkward situation that needs to be addressed for the sake of your business (and your dignity).
7 Powerful Books (By Female Authors) for Your Summer Reading List
This summer, dive into these 7 books by and for women to help you succeed as an entrepreneur.
The Curious Disappearance of the Lesbian Bar
In the U.S, adults identifying as LGBTQ have been steadily rising. So why is the lesbian bar in decline?
‘I Haven’t Had a New Pair of Underwear Literally in 4 Years’
Jodie Davis of American Cuckoo Clock Company is on a mission to keep the tradition of cuckoo clocks alive in the U.S. The startup journey isn’t easy.
Is Your Business Ready for Summer Vacation Time? Ask These 3 Questions
It’s that time of year, when sunshine beckons. If you or your employees plan to take time off, now’s a good time to assess your vacation policy.
Why Working Over 40 Hours Is a Trap. Here’s How to Get Free
Barbara Weltman looks at why you should nix the long hours for you and your employees — and shares some ideas for boosting productivity.
Can’t Offer Fast Free Shipping Like Amazon? Do These 3 Things Instead
Judi Henderson-Townsend of Mannequin Madness isn’t using drones for delivery. But she does offer a small business personal touch.
How to Offer a Summer Internship Program, Paid or Unpaid
Tax expert Barbara Weltman runs through everything you need to know about summer interns, including tax credits and payroll costs.
This Boston Chef Likes to Do Something Most People Hate. That’s Why She’s Successful
Chief among Ana Sortun’s leadership skills is the ability to embrace change. Here’s how she does it, at popular restaurants Oleana, Sofra and Sarma.
How to Create a Disaster Recovery Plan
After living through the Woolsey Fire, Deborah Sweeney of MyCorporation.com provides these disaster-planning tips for small businesses.
3 Tips for Retaining the Employees You Can’t Afford to Lose
Rochelle Clarke, who advises family businesses, says any business owner can learn employee retention strategies. Here’s how.
5 Reasons Why You Should File for a Tax Extension
MyCorporation.com CEO Deborah Sweeney explains why, when and how small business owners need to apply for tax extension.
How to File Taxes as a Small Business Owner
Deborah Sweeney of MyCorporation offers these easy tips for prepping for tax season. This year, new tax laws might impact deductions and refunds.
Other Resources
Helpful Calculators
- IdeaCafe’s startup business calculator helps estimate expenses with an easy-to-use first-year budget worksheet that does the math for you.
- Entrepreneur’s cash flow calculator can help you keep track of your cash flow, credit, collections and other variables.
- Bplans offers a calculator to help you determine your potential business’ break-even point.
- The SBA’s SizeUp is a useful tool for benchmarking your business against competitors.
BlogHer PRO
BlogHer PRO is a conference and networking event for bloggers who want to improve their business, marketing and technical skills.
Sites for Freelance Help
- FlexJobs is job site that specializes in serving remote, part-time, freelance and flexible workers and the employers who want them.
- Toptal is an online platform that connects business owners with freelance technology, design and finance workers.
Supply Walmart
Walmart’s Global Women’s Economic Empowerment Initiative works to source more products from women-owned businesses under a program with Women’s Business Enterprise National Council and WEConnect International, which certify businesses as women-owned and supply a special logo.