If you think cyber security is expensive, you should try getting hacked. Now THAT’s expensive, both to your wallet and to your business’ reputation.  According to a report by Symantec, 43% of cyber crimes were focused on small businesses in 2015, and that number has increased significantly every year. Why? Small businesses typically have the same kinds of information as large businesses do, but they usually have less security. Fortunately, you are not helpless. [...]

A response to a negative review shows that you are listening and you care about your customers.

A certified public accountant (CPA) is an asset for a small business owner, and not just at tax time. Entrepreneurs sometimes turn to DIY methods to save money and take an active hand in running their businesses, and there are many cases in which this can work out great. Accounting is not one of them.  Small business owners are not legally required to use a professional accountant, but the financial statements and advice they [...]

There’s no reason to live in fear, but being prepared is the responsible thing to do for your own team and for your community.

Entrepreneurial experts are talking up the importance of selling an experience more than a product to get people to break out of the screen world and walk into their stores.