This weeks guest blog comes from Laura Doehle, Director of Client Services, Resourceful HR When it comes to hiring new employees there are many things to cross off your ‘to do’ list, especially when it comes to compliance and operations – writing accurate job descriptions, correctly classifying roles as exempt or non-exempt, ensuring interview questions... View Article
The time is almost upon us and Equinox wants to make sure your business is ready for the change. Here is an article written by Equinox outlining the basics of the Seattle ordinance going into effect September 1st. Equinox is offering free evaluations for compliance of the ordinance. Contact us at 425-250-0205 to set up... View Article
When looking at best practices in hiring and firing, we consider how to get those right people on board and how to end the relationship when things aren’t going well. Both facets of this process are difficult but some key practices can make things much simpler. Plan ahead. Anticipate your hiring needs a year in advance. ... View Article
Our guest blog comes from Andrew Crowder, International Trade Specialist, Washington Department of Commerce 95% of the population of the world lives outside US borders. If your business is not exporting, you are not playing the business game at its true size. Exporting can be a potent source of growth for your business. By exporting, you... View Article
When a company plans to expand its services into another state, a number of key legal considerations must be reviewed. Below is a summary of some of the critical steps that must be undertaken by the company as it expands. Business Structure. All entities doing business in the state must register with the state. Corporate... View Article
For businesses looking to grow in the recovery, cash is still hard to find. Most bankers I talk with say they are open for business and actively looking to lend to businesses. However, the reality is that many businesses – even long standing, established businesses — that need cash for expansion and growth will not... View Article
Our guest blog post this week comes from Bob King, C.O.O Services, LLC What is your business worth? How much do you need to retire? Is there a gap between these two numbers? If so, how big is the gap? How do you close the gap? 1. VALUATION – a dose of Reality: For most... View Article
Our guest blog post this week comes from Mark Mitchel, Director of Valuation Services, Clothier & Head, PS. A business valuation is an analytical exercise to determine the value of a business (or its individual assets), giving consideration to all of the factors that influence the operating performance of the business. Key valuation concepts... View Article
Our guest blog post this week is from Ryan P. Scott. Ryan is a Financial Representative of Principal National Life Insurance Company and Principal Life Insurance Company. Your business is not just your pride and joy but a major source of income for you, your family, and your employees. While the business is a large... View Article