Small Business Articles

Does it make more sense to own or lease equipment? Thanks to some newer and more innovative leasing structures, that question is becoming easier...

One of the most recent implications of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is the complete overhaul of the W-4 form. With...

Back in the day, marketing a septic services business was simple. You’d make sure you had a logo and a phone number...

When Tom Arts and his wife purchased A-1 Septic Service and Installation in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, 20 years ago, he had no experience...

Entry 287685You’re likely using social media in some capacity to boost brand awareness, build trust and grow your business. But are you...

Like father, like son. So far, that’s been the operating principle for decades at C.L. Boswell Jr. Septic. Thankfully, that method has worked...

Want to make the people you meet instantly feel more comfortable? Want to make the people you meet instantly feel valued and...

Entry 287688In today’s sophisticated, high-tech world, consumers increasingly demand tangible evidence to back work estimates. Just as patients expect to see the...

It happens more and more now. A new technology is introduced to the market and you think, “Will this give me a...

Small businesses are forever evolving to meet the needs of their customer base and remain competitive. Determining the right approach to adapt...

“There are only two of us in my department. Why should I bother with a formal meeting? We sit right across from...

It’s said that when employees quit jobs, they more often leave because of bad managers rather than the company itself. And if...

As we wind down another year, many small-business owners are starting to think about the future. How will you grow your business...

The holidays aren’t always joyful. Some love the shiny baubles, togetherness, family time, all-consuming cheer and celebration. For others, it’s a reminder of family...