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Each year, it’s important for business owners or team managers to conduct employee evaluations not only to determine how the team is performing but to also learn how to help people grow within their role. Performance reviews should be tailored to your type of business and the nature of the employee’s job function. The Evaluation […]
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Owning a franchise business is a popular way for many people to fulfill their dreams of being entrepreneurs. Everything from restaurants and cleaning services to retail stores and auto service centers are available to franchise. The benefit of buying a franchise is that you can sell goods and services that already have name recognition and […]
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You can see a vision of the business you want to build, but what does the map look like to get you there? A strong business plan is the foundation of any new venture, but it can also help a currently running company organize its path forward. Think of it as a way to structure your […]
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Although it’s hard to think about that tax bill due next April, the strategic financial decisions you make today for your business can help to drastically minimize your tax burden at year-end. Consider these tips that let you invest strategically in your business and your future. Keep Your Financial Records Up to Date Reliable data is […]
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Little did anyone know as they sat down to craft 2020 budgets last fall that those plans would be destroyed by the end of the first quarter of this year. A global pandemic, plus forced work-from-home measures, and unpredictable safety protocol costs have forced most companies to move money from one budget to another quickly. Our […]
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Your business tax return provides valuable insights into your company’s revenue, expenses, and annual growth. It is important that you choose a tax professional knowledgeable in current tax credit opportunities, deductible expenses, and employee taxation reporting. They must ensure your return meets the many requirements dictated by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Below are several factors […]
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As business owners weigh the consequences of having employees return to the office, most are rightly concerned about the safety of their people. As we work to reopen the Texas economy, the challenge is to mitigate risk as much as possible with practices and policies that put employee safety first. This extends beyond just disinfecting the […]
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“As we open Texas, we are each called upon to be Texans: to act responsibly as we re-engage in the economy, to continue following all health precautions and sanitizing guidelines, and to care for our vulnerable neighbors. Lives depend on our actions. I know you will respond as Texans.” – Governor Greg Abbott […]
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In this world, where technology makes our information easier to find, we’re all vulnerable to phishing attacks. That risk becomes infinitely greater when you are a business executive with a public profile. It’s essential to publicize your business online in order to grow; but, at what point does that put your entire company at risk […]
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The current disruptions due to Covid-19 to the market, as well as many daily operations, are strong reminders of why we all must prepare for economic uncertainty. There are many steps you can take even now to protect both your people and financial assets. 1. Have a Back-up Plan The question many businesses face right […]