As small businesses in California continue to seek a healthy balance between operating costs and profitability we must constantly seek all methods and alternatives for controlling operational expenses. One area of concern for small business employers in California is workers’ compensation. All … [Read more...]
What Makes a Great Business Idea
You’ve got an idea for a business, and it seems like a good one. In fact, the more you think about it, the more it seems like a great idea. But how do you know? What determines whether an idea has real business potential? And what separates the good ideas from the truly great ones? Asking the … [Read more...]
Risk Management for Small Business
One of the many questions that business owners ask is what they can do to mitigate risks and decrease potential liabilities within their companies. Most organizations want to ensure that their relationships with their employees, as well as their clients are based on a foundation of sound business … [Read more...]
The Good and the Bad of Crowdfunding
In the early days of the Internet, who would have dreamed of funding a new business by inviting people to donate money online? Yet, over the last decade, crowdfunding has become a popular and successful method for raising the money to start a business or fund a project. In 2013 alone, crowdfunding … [Read more...]
“Real Talk” Small Business/Employer Seminar Answers Employment Law Questions
As small business owners continue to ride the wave of a growing national economy California business owners express concern as they struggle to balance increasing legislative Employment law mandates with running a successful and profitable business. Our objective at BOSS is to assist our clients in … [Read more...]
The Biggest Lessons from Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders
Looking to gain an edge in your business or startup? There are thousands upon thousands of other people just like you, hustling to make a difference in the local community with products or services. Entrepreneurs, startups, and businesses come and go every single day, but those that are committed to … [Read more...]
BOSS and LGC Host the First “Real Talk” Small Business/Employer Seminar
California small business owners continue to work hard to make and keep their businesses profitable and growing. The good news is that the economy appears to be heading in the right direction and consumer spending is increasing. However, despite the positive signs for continued progress, government … [Read more...]
Common Financial Mistakes that New Businesses Make
Running out of money is one of the biggest killers of new businesses. To keep your startup alive and growing, avoid these five common financial mistakes. 1. Having insufficient capital reserves. Everyone knows that it takes money to get a business up and running. But sometimes entrepreneurs focus … [Read more...]
5 Must Read Ways to Save Money in Your Business
Launching and operating a startup business takes cash – and lots of it. Here are five money-saving tips you may not have considered when looking to manage your budget more effectively. Go mobile. One of the biggest expenses for many startups is the cost of office or retail space, … [Read more...]
Increasing Minimum Wage? Small Business Issues and Answers
The debate over increasing minimum wage continues as the Federal government, states and private companies evaluate the practical and economic impact of the move. Make no mistake; raising the minimum wage will have a definite impact on millions of US workers as well as the companies employing them. … [Read more...]
