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Running a business is never easy. There's so much to do on a daily basis that it can be overwhelming. One of the most challenging aspects of running a business is when a merger with another company occurs. Following are some tips to prepare your employees for a merger...
Handshake agreements, also known as "gentlemen's agreements," occur when two or more parties come to an understanding and each agrees to provide the other with a service. There is no paperwork. Instead, both parties merely shake on it and hope the other party will...
This month, Collier County commissioners approved an East Naples Innovation Zone. It's hoped that the zone will attract economic development to the area, which includes several hundred acres of both developed and vacant land. The commission first approved the use of...
You have a new business. You decided on a name. You've run a trademark search to make sure that it isn't already claimed. Now you have to select a domain name for your website. Just because the name of your business hasn't already been trademarked doesn't mean that...
The services that nonprofit organizations render to society are priceless. Personal circumstance may inspire you to start your own to make a difference in the world. You may have a praiseworthy cause and lots of passion, but there is one thing you have to remember:...
If you are in the process of forming a business, it goes without saying that you'll find yourself in the market for office space at some point. Unless you're going to purchase space, you need to turn your attention to negotiating the best lease possible. While this...
The risk of your business facing litigation is very high, so it is smart to do everything under your control to avoid a lawsuit and the ruin of your company's reputation and finances. One of the areas you can focus on is your interactions with employees, as they are a...
As the new owner of a small business, you'll have many responsibilities, all of which require your time and attention. It only takes one mistake to lead you down a dark path, so you need to stay on top of everything. For example, tax mistakes can creep up on you when...
As the owner of a startup, you have a lot on your mind. In addition to getting your company off the ground, there's a good chance you have other things in your life that require your attention. Here are a handful of startup errors you need to avoid: Neglecting to...
No matter what type of business you're in, there will come a point when you're faced with a contract. While you could sign on the dotted line and hope for the best, this isn't the approach you want to take. Instead, you need to know exactly what you're signing, as to...