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Small Business – 4 Reasons You’re Too Small to Fail

Mike Michalowicz

Mural by Luke Buchanan, Raleigh, North Carolina. While we’re all on this roller coaster, I want to remind you just how important your small business is. And, that you have some advantages that big business doesn’t have access to. How many small businesses are there? Have a new strategy?

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Does Your Small Business Need Workers’ Compensation Insurance?

YoungUpstarts

Statutory workers’ compensation laws are particular to each state, but in general, businesses having employees that are not large enough to self-insure must carry workers’ comp insurance. The Number of Employees You Have Matters. In most states, if you have just one employee you must carry workers’ compensation insurance.

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LLC Costs and Fees You Need to Know as a Small Business Owner

Up and Running

A limited liability company (LLC) is a popular business structure for small businesses thanks to its ease of operations, tax advantages, and liability protection for its owners. A registered agent can be you, a trusted employee, or your corporate attorney or accountant. percent in North Carolina to 11.5

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Community Relations And The Small Business

YoungUpstarts

If you own a small business, good public relations is essential to its success. Make sure that any employees attending this event are wearing T-shirts emblazoned with your company’s name or logo. This will leave no doubt in the eyes of the public as to who you are and the business that you represent. by TJ Saunders.

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The 10 Best U.S. Cities to Start a Business in for 2016

Up and Running

With low operation costs and a large banking sector, Sioux Falls is receiving national attention as a great place to start a business. If you are interested in starting a business in Sioux Falls, check out these resources: City of Sioux Falls: Starting a New Business. Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce Small Business Assistance.

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Episode 5: Profit And Social Media Strategies With Cyndi Thomason And Brent Robinson

Mike Michalowicz

Cyndi Thomason , president and founder of bookskeep, has channeled her energetic nature and passion for her work into the perfect business model for assisting small businesses, entrepreneurs and nonprofit organizations. Backed by a B.A. 7 at Collective Bias (social media agency). Show Quotes. Backed by a B.A.

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How to Choose a Business Location

Up and Running

Will you easily be able to find employees? Is your area business friendly? Can you afford to pay your employees at least the minimum wage? Here’s an example permit for the city of Winston-Salem in North Carolina. Other useful resources: Find a local Small Business Development Center. Balance them out.