Susan Ford

As a business owner, networking may be a necessary evil. You have to get your name out there by meeting other people, but does it have to be so uncomfortable? The answer is “no,” and here’s why.

Being a business owner can be incredibly rewarding. But, as all business owners know, with reward comes risk. There’s not much you can do to eliminate risk from your business, but with the right insurance, you can get close.

Starting a business is tough; sometimes, despite all your best efforts, things don’t go as planned. When your business fails, it can feel like the end of the road. But here’s the good news: failure isn’t the end.

Have you heard of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)? If you’re a business owner, this impacts you. The filing deadline is rapidly approaching, so here’s what you need to know and act upon.

Running a small business comes with its fair share of challenges, and disputes come with the territory. Whether it's a disagreement with a vendor, a conflict with an employee, or a contractual issue with a client, reaching any meaningful resolution can cost plenty of time and money; this can be detrimental to your business. But there’s a better option.

Running a business means you will eventually face disputes. When disagreements arise, the traditional route of resolving them in court can be time-consuming, expensive, and stressful - and completely public. But there is a better alternative.