Small Business Articles

Material and equipment prices are particularly volatile right now, creating a challenge for businesses. To stay the course consider what you can control versus what you can’t.

Many companies use QuickBooks, but few utilize its full potential to keep financials up to date

Some business owners are short-sighted about their marketing and advertising approach, only truly worrying about it during desperate times and chasing instant results. But that kind of thinking negates the positive effects that come from having a solid, long-term plan.

Due to the pandemic, virtual service calls became a necessity for Alphalete Plumbing, but going forward the company plans to maintain it as a permanent part of operations

Borrowing interest rates remain low, so it could be a good time to seek funds to update equipment or make some new hires

Online reviews have become a trusted source of information that showcase a business’ brand, integrity, and authority, as the findings of a recent survey prove

One plumber discusses what helped lead him to success when he first launched his own plumbing shop

Follow these steps to make sure people see you and your company in a positive light and keep calling

Make sure you’re doing everything you can to show customers that you’re the expert they expect you to be

There are many factors that make hiring top talent difficult, but one thing that is in your control is how you present your company in help wanted ads

It’s possible for employees to talk about politics without poisoning the workplace culture

Giving sincere, positive feedback to your workers is beneficial for retention and your bottom line

A clear plan will keep your business and family financially stable if anything happens to you