Digital evangelist and and author Vala Afshar, a former key executive for Salesforce, recently noted: “Read to improve your writing. Write to improve your thinking. Speak to improve your storytelling.” His remark is profound, and should resonate highly with the readers of Smart Hustle. Think about the many headlines competing …
As a small business owner, you know that a credit card can be a helpful tool for managing your business’s finances. It’s also an excellent way to provide your employees with the means to handle their business expenses. But if they’re not used correctly, credit cards can quickly get out …
Joe Pascaretta knows a thing or two about small business growth. Yes, he heads small business marketing for Dun and Bradstreet but he has also run a landscaping business and he and his team speak to thousands of business owners year. Listen to our interview here on SoundCloud or here …
In the age of the internet and social media, the debate surrounding depression’s authenticity as a mental health condition has gained momentum. Some argue that depression is merely a state of mind, influenced by external factors like social media and online interactions. Others maintain that depression is a real …
If you received a PPP loan for your business during the pandemic, you may still be able to get forgiveness for the loan. We’ll discuss the requirements and steps for applying. As we enter 2022 and the third year of the “new normal” with COVID-19, many small businesses are still …
As of July 1, 2022, the cost to form a Colorado LLC is just $1. This is thanks to the implementation of the “Colorado Business Fee Relief Act” (House Bill 22-1001). If you’re wondering what this means for business owners and entrepreneurs in the Centennial State, you’ve come to the …
Your website can be designed to do your sales work for you. These 14 website tips can help you build a site your customers will buy from again and again. To get started, you want to think through the sales process from your customer’s standpoint. What are the different steps that …
How do you do payroll when you hire employees ? Here are facts to help you understand your responsibilities and easily manage your small business payroll and payroll taxes. Learning to do payroll can seem like an overwhelming task when you first hire employees. Among the things you’ll need to …
Many California new business filing fees have recently been lowered to $0 (free). This development is welcome news to entrepreneurial hopefuls, but what does it really mean? Below, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the new California business filing fees. We’ll explore which filings are $0, the …
