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On the surface, independent contractors often fulfill the same duties as a regular On the surface, independent contractors often fulfill the same duties as a regular employee, but sometimes the lines between independent contractors and employees get blurred. And that can get you into hot water with Read More

If you’re self-employed or a freelancer, the very thought of having turning clients away might seem like an unimaginable circumstance.But what can you do when it feels like you’re drinking from the fire hose and can’t take on any more work?

Here are a few tips for turning down new and Read More

About half of all new small businesses close within five years. Of course, businesses fail for a number of reasons, but allocating start-up funding wisely, keeping operating costs low, and maximizing your tax deductions can make the difference between success and failure down the line.
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We all know the importance of establishing a good personal credit score, but if you run a business it’s equally important to build and monitor your business credit. Here are five steps you can take to build your credit profile. Read More

While there are many reasons for cash flow problems, one of the most problematic areas for small businesses and freelancers is that business is often hard to predict. Sure you can monitor trends and perhaps build a pipeline, but for many businesses, knowing where your next client is coming from is Read More

One of the biggest challenges for women CEOs is that we expect to be recognized based on our merits – the work we do, the results we get. But oftentimes, that’s not enough. If women are to be perceived as leaders, we need to quit apologizing and start swaggering! Read More

Looking for “free money” from the government to start your small business? Then you’ve come to the right place, because I’m here to tell you that – for the most part – there isn’t any.

To explain more, here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about small business grants. Read More

Is your small business paying more in taxes than is necessary? The answer is probably yes.

Here are nine strategies to help you reduce your taxes this year. Read More

Have you been thinking about adding a business blog to your list of 2015 plans? Or looking to inject new life into your existing blog?

Too many businesses jump on the blogging bandwagon only to quickly lose momentum. Blogs blossom when an emphasis is placed on consistency, relevance, a Read More

Free consultations are a pain but they also be a useful marketing tool -giving you a chance to demonstrate your value and connect with new clients. But how can you turn these situations into a sure thing?

Here are a few tips for winning new business through these consultation calls. Read More