Month: September 2017

Nearly 1 In 3 Women Are Victims Of Wage Theft

Wage theft happens when businesses illegally underpay their employees by failing to pay minimum wage, forcing employees to work off the books, requiring employees to clock out early but keep working without pay, stealing tips, not giving employees meal or rest breaks, forcing employees to work through mandatory screenings or processes, and taking illegal deductions from employees’ paychecks. In 2016, wage theft cost the United States $50 billion. That’s enough to provide over 1. 2 million people with jobs paying them $20 an hour.

Wage theft happens when businesses illegally underpay their employees by failing to pay minimum wage, forcing employees to work off the books, requiring employees to clock out early but keep working without pay, stealing tips, not giving employees meal or rest breaks, forcing employees to work through mandatory screenings or processes, and taking illegal deductions from employees’ paychecks.

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From Diaper Cakes To Business And Life Coaching – One Mom’s Journey

September 18, 2017 2 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our disclosure policy for further information. LaTersa Blakely is a mom of two little darlings. Shes a woman of God who’s been in business since 2011, and she loves helping moms make money from home.

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By: Anthony Roberts

So you finally want to join the blogging community. Well by reading this article you’ll have taken the biggest step to starting a blog that can create an income for you and your family. I have been blogging as my main source of income for the past 8 years. It has been a long hard slog but in the past few years I have managed to launch successful blog after successful blog which have meant that I can quit the 9-5 and spend more time with my family & start building a lifestyle I am happy with.

So you finally want to join the blogging community. Well by reading this article you’ll have taken the biggest step to starting a blog that can create an income for you and your family.

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Overcoming The Most Common Sales Challenges

AllBusiness. comSelling is always a challenge, but this year it seems like we have even more to worry about: competitors increasingly offer lower-cost alternatives, finding true value propositions in crowded spaces is a struggle, and learning how to elude the gatekeepers that block you from decision-makers hasn’t gotten any easier. Then you’ve to waste time making cold calls that are never answered, trying to warm up dying leads, and struggling to close deals. How are you expected to actually make any sales with all these obstacles to overcome?After calling a prospect several times and failing to make contact, you might be compelled to either give up or keep calling with no expectations of actually reaching the lead.

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Selling is always a challenge, but this year it seems like we have even more to worry about: competitors increasingly offer lower-cost alternatives, finding true value propositions in crowded spaces is a struggle, and learning how to elude the gatekeepers that block you from decision-makers hasn’t gotten any easier. Then you’ve to waste time making cold calls that are never answered, trying to warm up dying leads, and struggling to close deals. Continue reading “Overcoming The Most Common Sales Challenges”

How California Entrepreneurs Stand To Benefit From Federal Tax Reform

AllBusiness. comAt the core of every small business is a grit-filled risk-taker who isn’t afraid to test new ideas and work hard at making their dreams become a reality. If you dig a little deeper, you’ll discover that these entrepreneurs are also incredibly optimistic, despite the many roadblocks they face along the way. The 2017 American Express OPEN Small Business Monitor revealed that nearly three quarters (72%) of business owners have a positive outlook towards their businesses and the economy over the next six months.

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At the core of every small business is a grit-filled risk-taker who isn’t afraid to test new ideas and work hard at making their dreams become a reality. If you dig a little deeper, you’ll discover that these entrepreneurs are also incredibly optimistic, despite the many roadblocks they face along the way. Continue reading “How California Entrepreneurs Stand To Benefit From Federal Tax Reform”

What 3 Successful Influencers Have Taught Me About Running My Business

AllBusiness. comI’m normally not one to talk about business forums, conferences, or other events, but this year has been a little different. After attending numerous marketing conferences and TEDx Talks at the advice of an influencer, I am now officially hooked. One event that I was hoping to make, but won’t be able to due to a scheduling conflict, is Synergy Global Forum in New York City.

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I’m normally not one to talk about business forums, conferences, or other events, but this year has been a little different. After attending numerous marketing conferences and TEDx Talks at the advice of an influencer, I am now officially hooked. Continue reading “What 3 Successful Influencers Have Taught Me About Running My Business”

Digital Currencies, Blockchain, And The Future Of Business Transactions

AllBusiness. comIf you haven’t been paying attention to the world of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, you’ve been missing out on the excitement and advancements that will likely change the way we accept, bill, and pay for things. If you run a business, this news is especially important, as it’s very likely your competition is already using or considering such payment options. In addition to all of the recent excitement around cryptocurrencies, it’s not just the massive rises and falls in the value of Bitcoin that have gotten attention; it’s also a discussion about blockchain—the technology that powers such digital currencies.

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If you haven’t been paying attention to the world of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, you’ve been missing out on the excitement and advancements that will likely change the way we accept, bill, and pay for things. If you run a business, this news is especially important, as it’s very likely your competition is already using or considering such payment options. Continue reading “Digital Currencies, Blockchain, And The Future Of Business Transactions”

How To Plan For Your Retirement In Your 20s

AllBusiness. comIf you’re in your 20s, retirement planning is probably No. 2,515 on your priority list, sandwiched between learning how to build a lawn mower and discovering a planet. However, you’ll hear a lot of people in their 50s and 60s say the same thing:“I wish I’d planned better for my retirement when I was young.

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If you’re in your 20s, retirement planning is probably No. 2,515 on your priority list, sandwiched between learning how to build a lawn mower and discovering a planet. Continue reading “How To Plan For Your Retirement In Your 20s”