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Every entrepreneur dreaming of starting a small business has their own goals and motivations. Some people want to be a boss and provide employment opportunities for others in their community. They want their children or grandchildren to take over when they retire....
Whenever you hire a third party to complete a specific task on a short-term basis, you need to draft a contract for them. Done right, this contract outlines the terms of engagement, each party’s responsibilities and entitlements as well as any other requirements. ...
Starting a business is an exciting endeavor, but it requires careful planning and strategy to increase the chances of success. You’re in luck if you’re considering launching a business in Florida because the state is known for its thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem,...
An employee handbook is, without a doubt, one of the most important assets in any company. Also known as a staff manual, an employee handbook articulates and communicates the organization’s policies. But what exactly does an employee handbook contain? Here are...
One of the first decisions you have to make when you open a business is what type of structure you’ll use. Many people choose a sole proprietorship. This is the easiest type to start, but there are some limitations you should know about. If you’re ready to open a...
Business contracts are more than an exchange of goods and services. Contracts are all about details – every word, punctuation, sentence and paragraph constitutes how a contract is legally interpreted. A mutually beneficial legal document can help form relationships...
A lot of people end up in business with someone without enough thought. Maybe they were already friends, or perhaps circumstances just threw them together. Yet, the success of your business will depend on the success of your partnership. Human relationships can be...
Purchasing a franchise offers several benefits for hopeful entrepreneurs. For example, franchises come with proven business models that provide the resources and support new owners need to increase their potential for success. However, buying into a franchise isn’t...
Starting a business is an exciting process. Whether you are venturing out on your own, with a partner or forming a corporation, one of the first decisions you must make is the type of structure for your business. Unfortunately, when things are still early in the life...
Starting a business means making a lot of decisions when things are still uncertain. You pick a name, commit to a commercial space and file business formation paperwork before you have much experience running the company. What you expect and what actually occurs may...
