Entries Tagged Small Business

Finding good employees is difficult. Keeping them on board is no picnic, either. But at Hoover Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Cooling in Troy,...

When you’re running a small business, it may be difficult to find the time or the bandwidth to sit down with a...

We have seen an uptick in businesses wanting add-on services. They are looking into new products and new services that complement what they...

Running a family-owned business can be challenging. Passing it on to the next generation can be difficult, too, as well as risky,...

With medical cannabis legal in 37 states and recreational use legal in 24, the drug tests you may have used prior to...

The success of a job not only relies on technical skills but also on careful planning, efficient project management and accurate bidding. Going...

Plumbing and drain cleaning professionals will always be in demand, but becoming a service provider who is trusted by clients and respected...

Christa Limperis is the office manager for Chicago-area S&J Plumbing. That job title comes with a lot of duties. Her responsibilities include customer...

We have all heard the adage, “Keep it simple, stupid,” also known as the KISS method. As easy as that sounds, simple doesn’t...

All of us want to excel in the workplace and to advance our careers as much as possible. That’s all well and...

When Joe Fuentes entered the plumbing trade in his early 20s, he did so as an oldest child and a single parent....

Do you have a Negative Nancy or Toxic Tim that you’re keeping longer than you should? Would you let them go if...

As your team grows, human resources needs are likely to expand. Adding personnel means more complexities with payroll and benefits administration. In some...

It’s commonly said that your marketing is only as good as the numbers tell you it is. But knowing your numbers is sometimes...