Workers’ compensation for small business employees can feel overly complicated, dauntingly official (see: fines and liability), and pretty darn expensive. But embracing a workers’ comp plan is also the best way to unlock workplace safety and employee loyalty—especially if you support your workers’ rights beyond what the government requires. A solid workers’ comp plan protects your workers in case of workplace accidents or injuries, and shows them that you’ve got their back. But if it feels overwhelming to start (or make sure you’ve got your bases covered)—don’t worry. Here’s everything you nee ..read more

One easy app to manage your hourly team. Get your team in sync with our easy-to-use, all-in-one employee app. Get started for free with Homebase Employee wellness is the heart of every great small business. But what about employee financial wellness? Financial health is a private affair. But we don’t need to know the details about someone’s life to support them—especially when 72% of Americans regularly experience financial stress. Stress that leads to an estimated $300 billion annual loss in productivity! As a business owner, reducing your team’s financial stress is a win-win. By supportin ..read more

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You’ve poured your heart and soul into building your business from the ground up. But as your business grows, you might find yourself drowning in repetitive, time-consuming tasks like data entry, payroll, and HR related tasks, that are stealing your joy and leading you straight to burnout. Don’t let burnout be the boss of you! It’s time to take control and automate those pesky tasks that are holding you back. One easy app to manage your hourly team. Get your team in sync with our easy-to-use, all-in-one employee app. Get started for free with Homebase The impact of entrepreneur burnout. Bur ..read more

No doubt you’ve heard that the most valuable asset a company has is its employees. As cliché as that is, the fact is that it’s actually true! Having a strong team with a variety of skills and backgrounds is like the secret sauce for growing and thriving in business. Running a small business team comes with its own unique challenges that larger businesses often don’t have to face. For example, small businesses may struggle more in attracting and keeping top talent due to limited resources for competitive salaries and benefits. That’s why it’s essential for small businesses to develop a solid hi ..read more

From smudged schedules to a tea-rrific team. In the heart of Brooklyn, a small business is making a big impact on its community and its employees. Brooklyn Tea, founded by husband and wife duo Alfonso Ali Wright and Jamila Wright, has become a haven for tea lovers and a shining example of how to build a people-first workplace. For the last 8 years, they’ve been serving up more than just top-notch tea – they’ve been brewing a recipe for an unstoppable team that’ll leave you thirsty for more. But it wasn’t always a smooth pour for these tea-loving entrepreneurs. They faced their share of obstacl ..read more

You’ve been dreaming about it, likely for years, and you’re ready to make it happen. It’s right there in front of you—you’ve decided what you want to do and who you want to serve, and you have the skills and determination to make the leap into small business ownership. It’s an exciting time! As you likely know, business ownership also comes with its fair share of hurdles, especially in the beginning. Things like lack of brand awareness, struggling to find customers, balancing quality and growth, and onboarding a top-notch team. But one of the biggest challenges small business owners face when ..read more

Want to stay on track, hit milestones, and take your business to new heights? Setting goals is the way to do it. Without well-defined goals, achieving what you want can be messy and disorganized, leaving you feeling lost. Clear, measurable, and attainable goals that align with your vision and values will guide your business journey and help you grow and thrive. We’ll walk you through defining your goals, breaking them down into actionable steps, and tracking your progress. You’ll see why setting goals is so beneficial and feel empowered to take control of your success! One easy app to manage ..read more

Starting a new business is both exciting and challenging. It’s exciting because your new business is full of promise. It’s challenging because, well, running a business is hard work! There’s a lot to do in order to be successful when starting a new business, and it’s easy to make mistakes, especially when you’re a new business owner. Perhaps that’s why about one in five businesses fail in their first year and only 50 percent make it past their fifth year.  Why do so many new businesses fail? Some common reasons include: Lack of funding:  It takes money to make money, as the saying g ..read more