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How to Fire an Employee With Compassion

Firing an employee isn’t easy, but when it must be done, ensure employees are fired with compassion. Here’s how to do it.

Intellectual Property: What Every Small Business Should Know

Small business owners in any industry can have intellectual property that needs protecting. Learn how to identify IP and ensure that it’s protected.

How to Protect Your IP as a Startup

Here’s what new startups should understand about intellectual property, including what type(s) they might have and how to protect it.

Tax Forms Every Small Business Owner Should Know

Your business structure and other factors determine which forms you submit to the Internal Revenue Service. Explore common tax forms and use cases.

How to Get the Most From Your Business Coaching

Ready to achieve your professional goals? Use these tips to make meetings with your executive coach count.

YouTube Features Your Business Should Be Using

YouTube is packed with powerful features that can increase engagement and impact your conversion rate. Here are the ones you should look into.

Texas Boba Tea Shop Promotes Community and Giving Back

Entrepreneur Jaja Chen co-created Cha Community, a minority-owned, award-winning business built on their unique value proposition of community, diversity, and courage.

Hospitality Execs Reveal Their Key Growth Strategies

The travel industry is fueling growth by employing strategies like enhancing loyalty programs, increasing home rental options, and creating new tools to help travelers make sustainable travel choices.

Who Needs a 1099? A Guide to Issuing 1099 Tax Forms

Independent contractors, the IRS, and some state governments need 1099 forms. Learn how to report non-employee compensation.

How to Offer Student Loan Assistance as an Employee Benefit

Employer-sponsored student loan assistance is an increasingly popular perk that may help your small business attract and retain talent.