The holidays are officially upon us, and chances are you’re starting to feel a bit spendy. It’s only natural. We want to spread that feeling of good cheer around by buying presents for those we love. There’s nothing wrong with that, but keep your pocketbook in mind. Nothing kills the joy of the season like a giant credit card bill come January. Keep your spending in check by following these… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Oil prices dip in response to China’s Covid containment strategy As rumors swirled that China would be easing its zero-Covid policy, oil prices began to climb. However, they fell again on Monday when Chinese government officials signaled that the government has no intention of changing directions. Sweeping changes continue… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Oil prices dip in response to China’s Covid containment strategy As rumors swirled that China would be easing its zero-Covid policy, oil prices began to climb. However, they fell again on Monday when Chinese government officials signaled that the government has no intention of changing directions. Sweeping changes continue… Read more
The holiday season is without a doubt the busiest time of year for many retail businesses. It’s a great opportunity to showcase all that you have to offer and bring in new products to see how they do. But, the excitement probably wears off when you think about managing all that inventory. Don’t despair. With a bit of preparation you can manage your inventory during the holiday season, and glide… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. The Dow Jones had a really great October The Dow tumbled a bit on October 31, but despite that was still up 14% for the month. That means it had its best monthly gain since January 1976. Most people have stopped making retirement contributions A new report from Allianz… Read more
A business that involves inventory is exciting to set up, but it also comes with its share of challenges. It’s easy to become overwhelmed by inventory management. Adopting some helpful tools and strategies will make the inventory management process much easier. Read on for some tips on how to improve your inventory processes. Use barcodes It’s typical for a small business to start out with simple price tags because they’re… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Stock markets start the week strong All three major indexes were up on Monday – a welcome change from the volatile conditions of recent months. Investors seem optimistic as we await earnings calls, with numbers from big tech firms expected later this week. Goldman Sachs fears “accidental recession” Goldman… Read more
Few business owners enjoy breaking the news of an upcoming price increase. However, when you own a business you have to deal with ever-increasing costs. Although inflation is an unpleasant part of life, it is still part of life. Price increases are inevitable for a sustainable business. If you want to stay afloat, you’ll have to do them – and regularly. Read on for some tips on how to determine… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Recession likely, but not yet certain Economists have been warning of a “perfect storm” of conditions pointing to a serious recession for most of the year, but some economists are still saying that it’s not a certainty yet. Time to apply for student loan forgiveness President Joe Biden announced… Read more
Upgrading or changing your payroll system comes with a ton of wonderful benefits. Saving time and money, making everyone’s lives easier, and better integration are all good reasons to consider a change. But if the switch is mishandled, the results can be catastrophic and lead to long-lasting problems. Read on for some tips on how to avoid a disastrous payroll system migration. 1. Give the project the time it needs… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Former US Federal Reserve chief wins Nobel prize Former US Federal Reserve chief Ben Bernanke, who led the central bank during the 2008 financial crisis, is one of three recipients of this year’s Nobel prize in economics. Bank of England strengthens emergency stimulus The Bank of England will double… Read more
In a world with endless distractions, it’s no wonder that we find it difficult to complete tasks. Focus is hard to come by these days. This is especially true when you’re working from home. Household tasks that would otherwise be out of sight and out of mind are suddenly in your workspace. With that said, there are some proven methods to help you get things done. Time blocking and Time… Read more
In a world with endless distractions, it’s no wonder that we find it difficult to complete tasks. Focus is hard to come by these days. This is especially true when you’re working from home. Household tasks that would otherwise be out of sight and out of mind are suddenly in your workspace. With that said, there are some proven methods to help you get things done. Time blocking and Time… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Wall Street starts the month a little stronger than before In what many are hoping is a new trend for October, the Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and the S&P 500 were all up for the first trading day of the month. Experts are split on whether this trend is sustainable,… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Wall Street starts the month a little stronger than before In what many are hoping is a new trend for October, the Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and the S&P 500 were all up for the first trading day of the month. Experts are split on whether this trend is sustainable,… Read more
When starting a small business, business owners often think about things like the storefront, branding, and displays. They think of smiling employees and happy customers. It’s not usually the image of the shelves and cupboards in the back stockroom that fill their heads. But inventory is a critical component of your business. Sales are made and lost because of inventory control so it can’t be overlooked or left to sort… Read more
When starting a small business, business owners often think about things like the storefront, branding, and displays. They think of smiling employees and happy customers. It’s not usually the image of the shelves and cupboards in the back stockroom that fill their heads. But inventory is a critical component of your business. Sales are made and lost because of inventory control so it can’t be overlooked or left to sort… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. British pound may sink below $1 US After the new UK government’s mini-budget announcement on Friday that revealed new economic policies, the GBP sunk to its lowest level since 1985 – ending last week at US$1.09. Interest rate hike causes world economy to wobble The US Federal Reserve raised… Read more
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. British pound may sink below $1 US After the new UK government’s mini-budget announcement on Friday that revealed new economic policies, the GBP sunk to its lowest level since 1985 – ending last week at US$1.09. Interest rate hike causes world economy to wobble The US Federal Reserve raised… Read more
When you start a small business, it’s usually only you behind the whole operation. You wear many hats, from CEO to clean-up crew. As you pour your heart and soul into your business and it begins to grow, the amount of work involved grows with it. Because a small business is so focused on survival, you pay a lot of attention to the bottom line. This makes a lot of… Read more