Small Business Resources
5 Steps To Offer Paid Leave At Your Small Business Without Dinging Your Budget
The COVID-19 pandemic is significantly affecting small businesses and local economies across the country. On Sunday, the CDC updated its guidance to encourage all gatherings of 50 people or above to be canceled for the next eight weeks, and governors are calling on restaurants, bars, festival and sports venue owners, etc to switch to takeout […]
Mar 19, 2020 – Good Jobs • Small Business Resources •
5 Reasons for Businesses to Offer Paid Sick Leave
With business impacted by the spread of coronavirus and state and local measures to contain it, and customers practicing social distancing, the last thing you want is your employees coming in when they’re sick. But some of your workers may feel like they have no choice, if they can’t afford to miss a week, or […]
Mar 19, 2020 – Small Business Resources •
Small Business Resources For COVID-19
Our team is paying close attention to the evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, and its impact on small business owners like you across the country. Please reach out to us if you need assistance for your business, so that we can discuss your particular situation and figure out ways in which we can help. If you’re a […]
Mar 16, 2020 – PCV News • Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Loans • Small Business Resources •
Types of Paid Leave to Improve Employee Health and Productivity
Paid time off is not only good for your employees—it’s good for your business as well. Not only does it improve employee productivity and happiness, it also keeps you ahead of the competition. A recent study found that about 70% of US employees have access to some form of paid time off. Although federal law […]
Mar 09, 2020 – Small Business Resources •
5 Unusual Retirement Perks Your Business Can Offer
You can draw a different crowd of employees to your business if you’re willing to offer unique perks. Many of these perks can prove to be beneficial when they extend into retirement. By offering the best benefits and wages, you can set your company apart and attract high-quality employees. The more you care about your […]
Jan 09, 2020 – Good Jobs • Small Business Resources •
How to Avoid the Most Common Small Business Loan Problems
Taking out a loan is incredibly common for small business owners. After all, few individuals have enough cash on-hand to meet every challenge or opportunity when it comes to growing their company, and taking out a loan is a good way to establish your relationship with a lender. There are some common mistakes, though, that […]
Oct 25, 2019 – Small Business Loans • Small Business Resources •
5 Ways To Increase Retention Rates By Engaging Workers
How much is high turnover costing you? While investing in your workforce can seem expensive, spending too little on training and employee compensation can negatively affect your bottom line. Losing employees, particularly those with experience, places a burden on your business. The cost to replace a $10-per-hour retail employee is approximately $3,300. On the other […]
Oct 23, 2019 – Good Jobs • Small Business Resources •
Announcing Good Jobs, Good Business
How much are high turnover, operational or customer service problems, low productivity, or waste costing you? What would your company look like if you tackled some of these obstacles through a new “good jobs” strategy? Investing in your workforce is no simple feat. However, cutting labor costs through low wages, insufficient benefits, and lack of […]
Sep 09, 2019 – Good Jobs • PCV News • Small Business Resources •
CalSavers: California mandates all employers offer some type of savings plan to employees
CalSavers is a state run auto-enroll ROTH I.R.A., launched in 2019 as a response to California legislation for all types of employers to offer some type of retirement plan for their workers to save in attempt to help today’s workforce adequately prepare for a financially secure future. As a small business owner, you may ask […]
Jun 19, 2019 – Small Business Resources •
Nine Lessons for Business Success: Get Involved With Your Company
If it’s your job to eat a frog, it’s best to do it first thing in the morning. And if it’s your job to eat two frogs, it’s best to eat the biggest one first. – Mark Twain What does it mean to get involved with your company? A small business owner gets up each […]
Jun 18, 2019 – Small Business Resources •
Employee Engagement: Purpose That Inspires
Imagine you are in the job market, and just came across this chart. Would you be inspired to join the workforce? Today’s workforce is proving to be quite dynamic and diverse. Those willing to engage their employers, and those willing to understand an employer’s culture before joining will reap mutual gains and leadership. These companies […]
Jun 10, 2019 – Small Business Resources •
6 Cash Flow Management Best Practices for Small Business Entrepreneurs
The world we live in is fast-paced, and businesses rise and fall in an instant. In 1998, Nokia was the biggest mobile phone brand in 1998 and in 2003, they launched the Nokia 1100, which was the best-selling mobile phone of all time. However, in 2007, the iPhone arrived and in a mere six years, […]