A just-released research report from Fiverr finds more than 40 percent of freelancers see health insurance as the most pressing issue they’re facing leading up to the 2018 midterm elections. 41 percent say freelancer healthcare benefits are a key reason why they maintain a full-time job. The online freelance platform interviewed more than 1,200 freelancers for “The Freelance...
You’ve been thinking about becoming an entrepreneur, and maybe you’ve run the idea past colleagues. Maybe you’re already pursuing it by writing a business plan and actively seeking funding. It has to be the right time and place, or you shouldn’t take the leap, especially considering the challenges faced by entrepreneurs — even in the...
In 2020 and 2021, businesses all over the world halted production, altered product solutions, and made adjustments to internal teams. During the course of the pandemic, we all discovered that life can be unpredictable at times. You never know how something big or small can impact your future. Stress management is more important than ever....
Lots of people are now working from home. On its own, this “remote work” shift takes some getting used to, especially if you’re used to working in an office. Many working parents are managing their kids’ online school and spouses or roommates are spending more time together. It’s feeling more challenging to keep work and home...
Recently, we’ve seen signs that many businesses are reopening during the last quarter of 2020. Yet uncertainty remains. In some states, businesses have reopened in recent weeks only to be told to close or reduce their capacity for customers. It’s becoming increasingly challenging to plan for the future. Consequently, many business owners and leaders might wonder...
According to the 2019 Onpay Small Business Finance and HR Report, just 30 percent of small business owners hire an accountant. That’s not surprising, given how much each dollar counts to a small company. Doing the accounting yourself certainly saves some money in the short term. That said, it might be worth hiring an outside accountant for your company....
The national health crisis has required many businesses, including hotels, to close temporarily. As states reopen, the hotel industry is preparing to welcome guests again. But it can be challenging to manage staff and guest safety in a hotel, while preventing virus transmission. A detailed, carefully planned hotel reopening guide is key to your hotel’s...
The shift in small business priorities sped up in 2020. For the last several years, a push to move from paper to digital business processes has accelerated, due in part to customer expectations. Companies also began to better understand the urgent need to lower costs and improve customer experiences. Yet many companies have hesitated, unsure...
The coronavirus pandemic has forced retail stores and businesses to shut down across the United States. With states gradually reopening, more and more of these stores can once again open their doors — with a few changes in place. If you’re preparing for a store reopening, you’ll need to be ready for an experience that’s...
Moving abroad may not be an easy decision to make, but it might just be the best decision you’ve ever made. Some countries have a thriving economy and welcome American expats to take part in it. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have moved to Europe, South America, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, and Thailand among...
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