Working with Independent Contractors? Learn Who Gets a 1099-MISC Form

Newsletter | December 17, 2019

Working with Independent Contractors? Learn Who Gets a 1099-MISC Form The 1099 miscellaneous is one of the most common tax forms. So who gets one? Typically, this form is issued to independent contractors, janitorial services, third-party accounts and other workers paid for services who are not on the payroll. But like many IRS regulations, it's not quite so simple. But there are some helpful guidelines to determine whether a 1099-MISC is needed. Read More >>

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In the Spotlight: Whole Beauty Bar Offers Complete Salon Experience What makes Whole Beauty Bar more than just an ordinary spa? Check it out in this week's Small Business Spotlight. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

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How to Create a Gift Budget for Your Business

Newsletter | December 10, 2019

How to Create a Gift Budget for Your Business Sending holiday gifts to your clients, employees, partners, and service providers can help you show your appreciation for their hard work and support throughout the year. However, gift giving can also get expensive. That's why you need to set a business gift budget before going on a shopping spree. Here are some tips on coming up with a gift budget for your business. Read More >>

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In the Spotlight: Pure Green Founder Tells Colorful Startup Story Find out the biggest risk Pure Green took and how it handled it in this week's Small Business Spotlight. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

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The Innovator's Book Shares Inspirational Thoughts for You and Your Team How do you make innovation your living? Read this book! Read More >> Check out more books!

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Sending Business Holiday Cards? Don't Do These Things!

Here are some tips when sending business holiday cards.

Newsletter | December 3, 2019

What Not to Do When Sending Business Holiday Cards Holiday greeting cards for business clients, partners, and anyone else who has supported your company throughout the year can help you show your appreciation and make your company stand out in people's minds. However, a lot of businesses tend to make mistakes that can negate the positive effects of their holiday greeting messages. Be sure the holiday card exchange works for your business, not against it. Here are some tips when sending business holiday cards. Read More >>

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In the Spotlight: Hablamos Today Translates Spanish Into the Perfect Business Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

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Awesome Tech Gifts for Customers, Clients and Co-Workers

Here are 25 tech gifts for the geeks and gadget lovers on your list.

Newsletter | November 26, 2019

25 Awesome Tech Gifts for Customers, Clients and Co-Workers Tech gifts can be the perfect way to show your appreciation for team members, clients, and partners. As a result, you'll want to focus on this during the holiday season. From simple gifts under 50 dollars to those that your colleagues can use on a daily basis, there's something for everyone in today's tech marketplace. Still thinking about business gifts for the holiday season? Here are 25 tech gifts for the geeks and gadget lovers on your list. Read More >>

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Spotlight: PrintPapa Presses Forward with Fast Cheap Quality PrintPapa is delivering reliable printing services Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

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New Book Tells Small Business Owners How to Communicate their Value How well are you delivering your message? Read More >> Check out more books!

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Come See The Latest Editions of Our Digital Magazine!

Newsletter | November 19, 2019

Have You Seen The Latest Editions of Our Digital Magazine? Over the years, Small Business Trends has created a vast library of 25,000 articles. And now we have collected the best for you, assembled into digital magazines. We've made it convenient and portable for you to delve deep into a particular topic while on the go. Enjoy! Read More >>

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Free seminar: Learn how to optimize your business (Atlanta, GA) Nov 19 - Atlanta, GA Join us to learn how one complete view of your business, with apps that effortlessly integrate, can enhance your productivity, increase customer satisfaction, and help you effectively collaborate with staff, partners, and investors. Our free educational seminar will cover basics of the Zoho One platform, plus tips, tricks, and best practices to help optimize your business. Learn More >> Small Biz: Banking Conference Nov 19 - Los Angeles, CA The small biz: banking conference delivers access to thought leadership, best practices and leading solution providers. Discover how industry leaders attract and retain small business deposits, fee-based services, and loans, and much more. Discount Code: BIZTRENDS ($200) Learn More >> Free seminar: Learn how to optimize your business (Dallas, TX) Nov 21 - Dallas, Texas Join us to learn how one complete view of your business, with apps that effortlessly integrate, can enhance your productivity, increase customer satisfaction, and help you effectively collaborate with staff, partners, and investors. Our free educational seminar will cover basics of the Zoho One platform, plus tips, tricks, and best practices to help optimize your business. Learn More >> Free seminar: Learn how to optimize your business (Phoenix, AZ) Nov 22 - Phoenix, Arizona Join us to learn how one complete view of your business, with apps that effortlessly integrate, can enhance your productivity, increase customer satisfaction, and help you effectively collaborate with staff, partners, and investors. Our free educational seminar will cover basics of the Zoho One platform, plus tips, tricks, and best practices to help optimize your business. Learn More >> Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

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In the Spotlight: Brainz Power Uses Brilliant Strategy to Capture Brain Health Niche Supplements to make you smarter are hitting the market more than ever. Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

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New Book Tells Small Business Owners How to Communicate their Value How well are you delivering your message? Read More >> Check out more books!

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Competing With Amazon? Improve Your Shopping Experience

Newsletter | November 12, 2019

What Customers Expect Small ecommerce businesses have a lot to live up to. Large retailers like Amazon have completely changed the customer experience when it comes to shopping online. Rather than focusing all of your efforts on trying to beat Amazon when it comes to cost and convenience, you could be better off creating a positive experience in other ways. Here are some of the most important things to think about as you shape your shipping processes and policies. Read More >>

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Spotlight: Beauty Brand Goes Back to Basics withSimplicity How did withSimplicity turn into a not-so-small business? Read More >> Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

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The Self-Reliant Entrepreneur Feeds Your Soul - And Grows Your Business It's the perfect time to grab a book, reflect on the past year and the year to come. This year, make that book John Jantsch's Self-Reliant Entrepreneur. Read More >> Check out more books!

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