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Entrepreneurship is all about planning for the future, but budding business owners also need to remember to prepare for the end. Creating a well-thought-out exit strategy can help align long-term decisions and lead to smoother planning, as it provides a clear and attainable final goal....
The first step in launching a new enterprise is to register the business with the necessary entities. However, formalizing said venture with the proper local, state and national governing bodies involves much consideration and a seemingly endless amount of paperwork. Each portion of the process...
Compliance with local and federal human relations regulations is something every employer should make a priority. A few signed forms could make all the difference in a workplace-related lawsuit. However, small- to mid-sized businesses with only a few employees rarely have the luxury of a...
When it comes to the legalities of running a business, it is always better to be proactive than reactive. Addressing and resolving issues before they become vulnerabilities can prevent a company from losing significant time and money. Instead of taking time away from the business...
Protecting your company’s assets is important. You likely have some form of insurance covering your property, products or employees. So, why stop there and not protect an idea, invention or your own brand? Strong protection over your company’s intellectual property is vital to the success...
As a business owner, your time is valuable and limited. Assembling an employee handbook may not rank high on your to-do list, but it should. It is an important asset to your business, as it highlights many important policies, the culture of your company and...
Banks understand that small businesses are the backbone of the economy. However, obtaining a loan from a bank is not as simple as asking for it. The current financial climate is favorable to obtaining funds as interest rates remain low. However, there are still lengthy...
Each year, Equal Pay Day marks the day when women will earn as much as men did the previous year. This year, that day is April 4. While there was advancement from Equal Pay Day being held on April 12 of 2016, the sizeable divide...
A contract is the foundation for any business agreement, and you should always have a legal professional review it to ensure you are protected. Unfortunately, breaches happen quite often and result in many court cases. So, what do you need to know if a contract...