Business Ownership Articles

Be an agent for positive change in your business and your industry

The longtime owners of West Michigan Septic have learned many things about running a pumping business, including how to look sharp, educate customers and ensure a profit.

The skills you need to be effective out in the field are oftentimes separate from what it takes to run a successful business. That’s where a little outside coaching can help.

Long-running, small family-run companies are to be applauded. But sometimes generational challenges threaten this wonderful institution.

Three very different mentalities and skill sets are needed to build a successful business

This advice may seem elementary at first, but small wastewater companies can always benefit from a review of foundational business principles.

Montana friends buy an established pumping company, then take it to new heights by expanding the service menu and acquiring competing companies.

Pumping newcomer Darin Gross hurdles obstacles to refreshing an established company while striving to change industry perceptions.

Searching for heirloom jewelry in the septic tank is one of the things that made the wastewater industry memorable for the past 50 years for this New York pumper.

A rock-solid succession plan can save the day when the leader of a family pumping company passes away unexpectedly.

McMullen Septic used an intelligent growth strategy and a strong family reputation to build a diversified and thriving business in southwest Delaware.

It takes guts to approach the boss and ask for more money. Treat the request with respect, and follow these important steps before you blurt out a yes or no.

New rules aim to help employers keep workers on the payroll while ensuring that employees do not have to choose between a paycheck and public health measures