Going into business with a partner can be exciting and highly profitable. However, any number of circumstances can arise that might lead you to hastily exit the business. Whether you are leaving the business for personal reasons or closing the partnership altogether,...
The decision to go into business is a huge one on its own. This decision becomes even more important when you are going to partner with someone else. If you are planning on getting into a business partnership, it is important that you work out the terms of reference...
It’s easy to focus only on the positive when you recruit someone, telling them what a wonderful place it is to work. Yet, highlighting your anti-harassment policies from the outset is also a positive, even if it might not appear that way. Harassment lawsuits from...
It is easy to be convinced to take someone on as a business partner by their reputation or talk. Yet, just because someone has succeeded elsewhere does not mean they will do so again. It also does not mean you will be better off having them onboard. Sometimes it is...
Starting a business with your romantic partner or spouse could be the best decision you have ever made. Or, it may turn out to be the worst. Running a company with your other half is not always easy, but then neither is running one with someone else. While numerous...
Life does not always go to plan, so even if you have no intention of ever handing over the reins of your business, illness or injury might force you to do so. Having someone ready to run the company on your behalf will ensure that life goes on without you. Few, if...
Coming up with a unique business plan can be an extremely challenging endeavor. Often, individuals put many hours into creating ways to satisfy customer needs to the highest standard. As a result, unique ideas and concepts are frequently worth trying to protect. A...
The people who work for your company have inside information about how you operate. They get to know your current staff and may also know your clients or customers. Once a worker leaves your company, they can do substantial harm to your business with the knowledge...
As a business owner, there probably aren't any two days that are exactly alike. Unpredictable situations will arise, on occasion, that you must address. One of the best things that you can do to be prepared for whatever curveballs life may throw at you is to have a...
No one wants to work in an intimidating environment. Being the subject of intimidation or threats can take a toll on the employee’s health, career, and even finances. Generally, intimidation in the workplace is illegal and can result in criminal as well as civil...
