Almost a quarter of U.S. internet users participate in online forums, which makes them a great way to build an engaged community—and in turn help grow your business. The first step in learning how to make a forum website is to pick a content management system (CMS) for your site. Then, select a forum plugin….
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Personnel File: Documents to Include (+ Free Checklists)
Explore what documents to keep in an employee personnel file—and which to keep out. Watch our instructional video and download checklists to stay compliant.
A personnel file is a paper or electronic folder kept for each employee—new, existing, and past—that contains HR and payroll documents. The documents within an employee personnel file should cover the entire employment lifecycle, from offer letters and W-4 forms to performance reviews and termination paperwork. It should also include basic employee documents and compensation…
How to Get a Story on the Local News (for the Right Reasons)
Local press coverage isn’t just for big brands—small businesses can get a story on the local news and reap the rewards that come with positive local publicity. To report a story to the local news, submit a great press release to land local press coverage for your brand and capture the interest of journalists and…
How to Budget a Retail Business in 6 Steps + Free Templates
Creating and sticking to a retail budget is imperative to the success of your business—it will help you predict sales, optimize purchasing, understand costs, and prevent overspending. Here, we will go over how to budget a retail business in six steps, which includes gathering and analyzing data, creating sales and cost budgets and a profit…
How To Become a Property Manager in 6 Steps
A property manager is a lucrative career that is a great alternative to being a real estate agent. To become a property manager, there are several requirements, like being at least 18 years old or older, having a high school diploma or GED, and obtaining your real estate license. However, there are also additional steps,…
How To Create Real Estate Drip Campaigns in 5 Steps
Real estate drip campaigns deliver a sequence of automated emails or text messages to leads, allowing you to build and nurture a new connection. To implement an effective campaign, choose the right email marketing provider, customize your campaign for your audience, and test a variety of email frequencies, subject lines, and messages. With consistency, email…
IRS Form 8832 Instructions & FAQs
IRS Form 8832 is filed by limited liability companies (LLCs) to be taxed as C corporations (C-corps) and must be filed between one year prior and 75 days after its effective date. LLCs also file Form 8832 to revert to being taxed as a sole proprietor or partnership if C-corp status was elected previously. An…
How to Set Up a POS System
For new small businesses, setting up a point-of-sale (POS) system can be as easy as downloading an app on a tablet. More complex businesses may require professional POS installation or specialized hardware. However, for most small storefronts, your POS setup process will be somewhere in the middle, requiring a few days of do-it-yourself (DIY) data…