WellSteps

JUNE 16, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, small businesses face unique challenges when it comes to providing health and wellness benefits to their employees. Limited budgets and resources often pose obstacles, making it essential for small businesses to navigate these challenges strategically.

Small Business 52

Small Business Promotion Healthcare Prioritization 52

Ruby

OCTOBER 19, 2023

But are such endeavors simply so-called side hustles…or do they cross the threshold to be counted as small business enterprises? If you’re earning extra income in the gig economy, are you doing so as a side hustle to make extra cash…or are you pursuing a passion, hoping to launch a small business? Yes, they are!

Small Business 52

Small Business Payroll Onboarding Reporting 52

Ruby

OCTOBER 19, 2023

But are such endeavors simply so-called side hustles…or do they cross the threshold to be counted as small business enterprises? If you’re earning extra income in the gig economy, are you doing so as a side hustle to make extra cash…or are you pursuing a passion, hoping to launch a small business? Yes, they are!

Small Business 52

Small Business Payroll Onboarding Reporting 52

Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

According to a new poll from hiring platform Indeed , around a third of small businesses are scared to implement AI, despite acknowledging the many apparent benefits of doing so. Small business owners don’t want to risk any mishaps or interruptions in their business, which is intensifying their anxiety.

Small Business 52

Small Business Onboarding Technology Government 52

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 11, 2025

Mobile Compatibility: Mobile-friendly platforms enable candidates and interviewers to connect from anywhere, ensuring flexibility and higher participation rates. SparkHire : Great for SMBs needing flexible video interview solutions to speed up the hiring process. Flexible and offers great customer support.

Software 76

Software Interviewing Flexibility Flexibility 76

Success

JULY 21, 2024

Younger generations in particular prioritize flexible work schedules and the ability to spend time with family and pursue personal interests,” Morgan says. Corporate loyalty is a thing of the past (in both directions),” adds Robert Longley , a business consultant in Williamsburg, Massachusetts.

Cubicle 116

Cubicle Consulting Manufacturing Flexibility 116

Office Space

JANUARY 17, 2024

Meeting room A/V technologies accommodate flexible work environments and facilitate seamless hybrid meetings between remote and in-office employees. Post-pandemic shifts made workspace flexibility critical. Automated notifications provide reminders of upcoming reservations, ensuring attendees arrive on time while reducing no-shows.

Real Estate 130

Real Estate Software Logistics Equipment 130

Ruby

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

That non-stop stream of interruptions will destroy your focus, which is never good when you’re performing complex tax calculations and customer consults, is it? Sure, a temp in-house receptionist is one solution… but a flexible “only pay for the time you need” remote receptionist can do all the same things, at a fraction of the cost !

Software 102

Software Small Business Flexibility Flexibility 102

Success

AUGUST 6, 2024

“As a CEO, I hold the belief that climate protection is not merely an environmental concern, but it also has significant implications for our business,” notes Jon Morgan , co-founder and chief editor of Venture Smarter , a consulting firm that specializes in helping startups and small businesses scale and grow.

Insurance 106

Insurance Security Transportation Consulting 106

Work Life

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The 28 measures have been broadly welcomed by unions and lobby groups representing businesses, though one described it as “clumsy, chaotic and poorly planned.” “This is a comprehensive bill which, once implemented, will represent the biggest upgrade in employment rights for a generation,” he said.

Government 75

Government Consulting Small Business Flexibility 75

Work Life

MARCH 13, 2025

And according to the Small Business Administration, the number of non-employer businesses has grown 84% since 1997. million non-employer businesses in the U.S., representing roughly 82% of all small businesses in the country. Thats 50% more than in 2019. There are 28.5

Healthcare 73

Healthcare Insurance Small Business Security 73

Work Life

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It definitely doesn’t measure performance or improve business outcomes. “In reality, companies should be striving for engaged employees, not just satisfied employees,” says leadership consultant Abbey Louie. “People need to see where they’re going in the organization,” he says. ” 6.

Consulting 116

Consulting Flexibility Flexibility Reporting 116

Workplace Insight

MARCH 15, 2023

“We are pleased that the Government has also confirmed financial support for wraparound care, which we hope will provide local authorities and schools with crucial funds to offer greater flexibility to the families who need it. But there is still much to be done. We know these are the two main causes of long-term sickness absence.

Government 98

Government Flexibility Flexibility Supplies 98

Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Overpriced for small businesses and startups. Cons: The minimum user base plan starts from 300 users, which is not effective for small businesses and startups. Cons: Overpriced for small businesses and start-ups. Cost-effective for small businesses and startups. The courses are not accredited.

Learning 111

Learning Small Business Software Banking 111

Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 30, 2022

A small business may not have the same resources as Google or Amazon, but it can still build a culture of continuous learning. Over time, job swapping can lead to a more flexible workforce. Andra is a digital marketing consultant and copywriter with over 12 years of experience. This article is written by Andra Picincu.

Learning 105

Learning Mentoring Construction Training 105

Ruby

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Effective at bringing in a certain amount of business? Needs-based selling —which many refer to as “consultative selling” —is different. For that reason, a customer-centric approach is essential for any small business. Midsize businesses benefit from greater flexibility compared to their larger corporate counterparts.

Small Business 52

Small Business Customer Service Sales Purchasing 52

Success

JANUARY 23, 2023

lead scientific consultant for the Imagination Institute. She contrasted “flexible” attention (avoiding sensory distraction) with “leaky” attention (paying attention to sensory distractions). If you find that motivation is your sticking point , join a writers’ group, acting class or small-business club.

Creativity 137

Creativity Problem-Solving Influencing Teamwork 137

Work Life

JANUARY 18, 2024

Incentivize employees’ contributions In the startups and small businesses I support, a major cause of tension is when employees feel like they’re putting in the hard work to build the business but aren’t getting the financial rewards. Aleasa Word, DEI consultant and executive coach consultant, A.

Leadership 111

Leadership Coaching Delegation Communication 111

Success

MARCH 19, 2023

Small business owners and leaders might have more control over their schedules to give Bare Minimum Mondays a go without permission from a boss. Give your team opportunities to provide feedback and be flexible upfront. Do Bare Minimum Mondays work?

Creativity 98

Creativity Consulting Small Business Prioritization 98

Success

JULY 31, 2023

Redefining yourself outside your career For some clients, the idea of always trying to jump to the next opportunity and level up isn’t the goal anymore, according to Tramelle Jones, San Antonio-based career coach and owner of TDJ Consulting. Our team members are working so closely together daily, that cross-country friendships have formed.”

Salary 76

Salary Coaching Security Consulting 76

Launch Work Places

MAY 7, 2025

In a city where prestige matters, a Washington, DC address is more than a formalityits a signal that youre serious about your business. If youre an entrepreneur, consultant, or small business owner looking to establish a professional presence in DCwithout the overhead of a full-time office a virtual office could be the solution.

Mailing 52

Mailing Office Lease Equipment Office Equipment 52

Ruby

APRIL 8, 2021

Most small businesses have encountered forced changes this last year involving commerce, tech, and customer shifts. We sat down with well-known small business advocate and journalist Loren Feldman of 21 Hats , to talk about collaboration, creativity, and resilience among small business owners.

Small Business 52

Small Business Home Office Government Consulting 52

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 7, 2020

Employee turnover is an issue for all organizations, especially for small businesses or startups. Many companies are of the view that all efforts in reducing turnover are likely to go in vain and in the end, they have to hire an external consultant. You know what’s more difficult than finding top talent ? Retaining them.

Problem-Solving 52

Problem-Solving Decision Making Flexibility Flexibility 52

Ruby

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Individual professionals such as solo attorneys, accountants, plumbers, HVAC technicians, chiropractors, consultants, and entertainers use answering services, too. Some answering services provide flexible options such as delayed call-forwarding, allowing you to decide when the service answers your calls (e.g. That includes you.

Software 52

Software Real Estate Healthcare Equipment 52

Ruby

JUNE 5, 2020

Introducing: Business Unusual ! Here at Ruby, we’ve been cooking up a series dedicated to bringing expert insights right to our customers, and the small business community at large. In this installment, Ruby’s own Jill McKenna interviews Katie Augsburger of Future Work Design. Katie has a M.Ed in Sociology.

Small Business 40

Small Business Interviewing Sales Legal 40

Ask a Manager

OCTOBER 18, 2021

But in the vast majority of jobs, some flexibility on arrival/departure times would be a reasonable accommodation for someone with a disability who’s dependent on paratransit — reasonable accommodation in both the legal sense and the common-sense sense. I have just come to what I think is the end of a month-long interview process.

Training 49

Training Legal Payroll Interviewing 49

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 9, 2024

It has reduced paperwork on tax compliance and payment tracking …” (Source: Capterra ) Best Suited For Paycor is best suited for small businesses that want a comprehensive yet user-friendly solution and growing businesses that may prefer to go ahead with the essential modules first. Paycor is a must have software.

Software 64

Software Payroll Onboarding Catering 64

Workplace Insight

MARCH 3, 2025

Since taking office, the government has faced pressure from business groups to soften its stance on employment rights. The Federation of Small Businesses warned in January that firms would be forced to cut jobs and curb hiring unless further changes were made to the legislation.

Government 52

Government Legal Insurance Consulting 52

Workplace Insight

JANUARY 16, 2025

More than 80 percent of SME decision makers expect to see positive outcomes to their workforce from policy changes to flexible working rules, a new poll from NatWest Mentor suggests. Employees can now request flexible working from day one of employment,with two statutory requests allowed annually.

Small Business 103

Small Business Flexibility Flexibility Mentoring 103

Success

APRIL 9, 2025

There are flexible jobs for stay-at-home moms and dads that let you work on your terms. Freelancing for Stay-At-Home Parents at a Glance Traditional 9-to-5 jobs may provide stability, but they often come with rigid schedules, long commutes and limited flexibility, which makes it challenging for parents to balance work and family.

Customer Service 106

Customer Service Bookkeeping Networking Flexibility 106

Work Life

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

For entrepreneurs or self-employed mothers, there is virtually no safety net, although 14 million women-owned small businesses account for nearly 40% of all companies and generate $2.7 Leverage remote work: The pandemic helped normalize remote work, making it easier for entrepreneurs to manage their businesses from anywhere.

Delegation 98

Delegation Work Ethic Flexibility Flexibility 98

Success

APRIL 18, 2025

Whether you’re looking to supplement your full-time job, explore a passion while increasing your skill set or build a long-term business, online side hustles offer flexibility and financial growth opportunities. Flexibility: You can work on your schedule without interfering with your main job or personal life.

Coaching 99

Coaching Flexibility Flexibility Creativity 99

Ask a Manager

MARCH 11, 2021

To that end, I found a flexible temporary job that lasts until the end of April which will give me a bit of guaranteed income and also something to structure my days around. I’ve scraped by, largely with the support of family and friends, but things will remain tough until it’s safe to meet with clients again.

Real Estate 51

Real Estate Advertising Bookkeeping Interviewing 51

Success

MARCH 24, 2025

When her foray into a 9-to-5 job didnt work, she dove back into her own business and now helms Remys Consulting , where she helps non-profits access grant funding. However, many entrepreneurs with disabilities and experts in the field say finding resources to support their small business dreams is challenging.

Small Business 82

Small Business Government Mentoring Logistics 82

Work Life

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

From moonlighting chefs to weekend photographers, tech consultants by day, and digital creators by night, sidepreneurs are the embodiment of resilience, adaptability, and entrepreneurial spirit. small business owners indicate that their business is a second job or venture. Who are the sideprepreners? Kivas 2024 U.S.

Finance 75

Finance Banking Flexibility Flexibility 75

Success

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Launching your first business can be a rewarding but challenging endeavor, commonly motivated by a desire to pivot from traditional employment or bring a unique idea to life. In fact, according to survey results from Morning Consult and Samsung Solve for Tomorrow , 50 percent of Gen Z aspires to start their own businesses.

Sales 98

Sales Equipment Food Purchasing 98

Launch Work Places

MAY 28, 2025

Whether youre a remote worker who needs a change of scenery, a consultant prepping for an important meeting, or a growing team looking for a flexible option, office space rental by the hour lets you pay for exactly what you needno more, no less. Book a space today and take the next step toward a more flexible, productive workday.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Flexibility Flexibility Consulting 52