NEW YORK (AP) — Small businesses can be more vulnerable to cyberattacks than larger companies because they often don’t have sophisticated and comprehensive systems to protect themselves from hackers, viruses, malware and what’s called ransomware. And owners who are focused on customers and employees may not ensure that their defenses are up to date. But
The holidays are busy and stressful for everyone – especially for small business owners who are trying to capitalize on holiday promotions to bring in additional revenue while keeping up with day to day operations. Because of that rush, it’s understandable that holiday SEO isn’t likely a high priority for you, but the right strategy
Underwhelmed with the performance of your one person defined benefit pension plan? If you have a defined benefit pension retirement plan or are thinking about starting one for your small business, this article may be able to help you. Defined benefit pension retirement plans can be an incredibly useful vehicle to reduce taxes and save
If you’re planning to start your own business for the first time in midlife, you may want to find a small business mentor. Research shows that 70% of mentored small businesses survive past the five-year mark — nearly twice the rate of non-mentored businesses. Finding the right mentor can prove invaluable for the long-term success
Small businesses don’t get the credit they deserve. With National Small Business Week upon us, it’s time to put the spotlight on what can help them succeed. Small businesses are a major driver of progress and innovation, accounting for 44 percent of U.S. economic activity. They are our neighbors – the baker, the builder, the
If you’re like most new business owners, you probably took the risk of starting your own business because it’s a lifelong dream or passion. The thing is, most business owners often forget that it takes money to make money – especially when you’re just starting out. There are many overlooked costs. Sometimes these expenses are