Author: Eric Carter
Which states pay the most (& least) in overtime?
Written by: Eric Carter
Managing payroll can be complicated, tracking hours, factoring taxes and other deductions and of course cutting the checks. Need another complication, don’t forget about overtime pay. Like all …
How to decipher all your business loan options
Written by: Eric Carter
If your existing or newly founded small business needs working capital, but securing investors, a personal loan, or a small business grant isn’t an option, a business loan might be …
Here’s how small businesses can simplify the hiring process
Written by: Eric Carter
You’ve built your business from the ground up. But one person can only scale for so long. At some point, you’ll need to hire employees. But it …
Is a recession on the horizon? Here’s how to prep your small business
Written by: Eric Carter
It’s been over a decade since the recession of 2008. Some experts suggest we are due for another one. Are they right? And, if so, what …
What do tariffs mean for your small business?
Written by: Eric Carter
Trump’s tariffs. How many headlines have contained those words in the last few years? Before President Trump began publicly discussing tariffs in late 2017, did you at …
How to calculate gross profit for your small business
Written by: Eric Carter
Gross profit is your total sales, less the direct expenses required to achieve those sales. Gross profit allows you to evaluate your business at any given …
How to engage legal counsel without getting burned by fees
Written by: Eric Carter
If you run a business, you will need to engage legal counsel at some point. Attorneys are expensive. There’s no denying it. However, the legal industry …
The ultimate guide to writing a project proposal
Written by: Eric Carter
Whether you are just starting your business or looking to launch your next product or service, you need to know how to write a project proposal. …
Everything small business owners need to know about the dark web
Written by: Eric Carter
The dark web gained worldwide attention when Ross Ulbrict was convicted for the sale of illegal drugs and illicit goods on his dark web site, Silk Road, in …
How to prevent fraud in your business
Written by: Eric Carter
ID theft and credit card fraud are at an all-time high. To attract customers and provide service to as many clients as possible, businesses must be …
