Wage War: Too Much?

Could you afford to pay your employees $15 an hour? If not, don’t move to Seattle. The Seattle City Council unanimously approved a $15 minimum wage — the highest big-city minimum wage in the U.S. — for workers in the Emerald City. Yes, you saw that correctly. That is more than double the federal minimum wage. Find out what prompted the fat rate increase, and learn how this could affect your small business. www.pumper.com/featured

I never thought I could do dewatering. But I’m a perfect example that the smaller pumper can do it.

— Septage Dewatering on a Budget, www.pumper.com/featured

Helping Hands: Community Involvement 101

Are you overwhelmed at the thought of finding time to get involved in your community? If so, we’re here to ease the pain. Whether it’s volunteering, donating, supporting local sports teams or joining a community business organization, you need to be invested in your hometown. Learn why community involvement is vital to your business, and find out how you can easily stay involved. www.pumper.com/featured

Balancing Act: Let’s Get Busy

Vacation time? Not so fast. You’re knee-deep in your busy season with fairs, festivals, concerts and sporting events being added to your workload. A challenge for operators in tourist country is how to staff for the increased work while keeping up with regular bread-and-butter accounts. It’s a balancing act. Here’s some advice to help you keep up with your regulars while also meeting the demands of your seasonal special events. www.pumper.com/featured