Women in Business: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Gifts You Should Never Give
It is important to remember that giving the wrong gift can convey a message that is too personal, romantic, or even offensive. Here are gifts you should never give to anyone in the workplace.
It is important to remember that giving the wrong gift can convey a message that is too personal, romantic, or even offensive. Here are gifts you should never give to anyone in the workplace.
Gift Ideas & Guidelines
Gift giving guidelines vary depending upon your relationship with your boss.
Gift giving guidelines vary depending upon your relationship with your boss.
Feasibility Studies
A free online course for writing a comprehensive business feasibility study. The importance of preparing feasibility studies before you start your business is critical to your success. A feasibility study identifies problems, resources and serves as a marketing tool and foundation for your small business plan. Develop your marketing and feasibility studies before you write your small business plan.
A free online course for writing a comprehensive business feasibility study. The importance of preparing feasibility studies before you start your business is critical to your success. A feasibility study identifies problems, resources and serves as a marketing tool and foundation for your small business plan. Develop your marketing and feasibility studies before you write your small business plan.
Gift Giving Etiquette - Bosses
Business etiquette “rules” do not require you to give a gift to your boss for any occasion. However, if you want to give your boss a gift, WIB offers guidelines for giving your boss a gift.
Business etiquette “rules” do not require you to give a gift to your boss for any occasion. However, if you want to give your boss a gift, WIB offers guidelines for giving your boss a gift.
ERISA Law Basics
What is ERISA (The Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974). What does ERISA cover? ERISA establishes minimum standards for retirement, health, and other welfare benefit plans (including life insurance, disability insurance, and apprenticeship plans).
What is ERISA (The Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974). What does ERISA cover? ERISA establishes minimum standards for retirement, health, and other welfare benefit plans (including life insurance, disability insurance, and apprenticeship plans).
Technical Feasibility Study
"How to write a technical feasibility study for a small business" is lesson three in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
"How to write a technical feasibility study for a small business" is lesson three in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
Market Feasibility Study
"How to write a market feasibility study for a small business" is lesson two in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
"How to write a market feasibility study for a small business" is lesson two in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
Gender Discrimination
Discrimination against women starts at birth. Gender lines are drawn early, and exclusions for women continue throughout adulthood. These constant messages may lead to a false belief that women do not belong in the corporate world.
Discrimination against women starts at birth. Gender lines are drawn early, and exclusions for women continue throughout adulthood. These constant messages may lead to a false belief that women do not belong in the corporate world.
Small Business Attire for Wome
Work-at-home moms and women business owners still need to dress for success. Read how to dress for business functions and meetings.
Work-at-home moms and women business owners still need to dress for success. Read how to dress for business functions and meetings.
Square Foot Calculations
Table comparison the types of square feet calculations used in commercial leases. Some leases charge by the usable square feet, while others charge what is called rentable square feet.
Table comparison the types of square feet calculations used in commercial leases. Some leases charge by the usable square feet, while others charge what is called rentable square feet.
Workplace Gifts FAQs
Although workplace gift-giving should not be considered mandatory, many people and businesses do exchange gifts, especially during the holidays. WIB answers frequently asked questions about giving gifts at work.
Although workplace gift-giving should not be considered mandatory, many people and businesses do exchange gifts, especially during the holidays. WIB answers frequently asked questions about giving gifts at work.
Triple Net Lease (NNN)
What is a Triple Net Lease? Also known as Net Net Net Lease or NNN Lease, this is a type of net lease in which the tenant pays all or part of the taxes, insurance, and maintenance associated with use of the property.
What is a Triple Net Lease? Also known as Net Net Net Lease or NNN Lease, this is a type of net lease in which the tenant pays all or part of the taxes, insurance, and maintenance associated with use of the property.
Biography of Kate Gosselin
Personal biography of Kate Gosselin. Forget the gossip, here are just the facts. Where was Kate Gosselin born? How much money does she make? Read about her education and business endeavors.
Personal biography of Kate Gosselin. Forget the gossip, here are just the facts. Where was Kate Gosselin born? How much money does she make? Read about her education and business endeavors.
No Start-Up Costs Business Ide
Women can earn supplemental income with business ideas that have little or virtually no start-up costs.
Women can earn supplemental income with business ideas that have little or virtually no start-up costs.
Sample HIPAA Notice
Sample HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices. HIPAA law requires that all persons you collect medical information from either directly or indirectly be notified of their rights to privacy and receive a “Notice of Privacy Practices.”
Sample HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices. HIPAA law requires that all persons you collect medical information from either directly or indirectly be notified of their rights to privacy and receive a “Notice of Privacy Practices.”
Business Ideas for Women
Business ideas for undecided women entrepreneurs who want to start a small business, but are not sure what they want to do. Questions to ask yourself to help you decide the right idea for starting your new woman-owned business.
Business ideas for undecided women entrepreneurs who want to start a small business, but are not sure what they want to do. Questions to ask yourself to help you decide the right idea for starting your new woman-owned business.
Professional Appearance Tips
Personal grooming tips for business women on hair, makeup, perfume and jewelry in the work place. Know how to dress for success to impress clients and investors. If your business attire is distracting because it is too sexy, drab, or colorful, your business contacts will focus on how you look, not on your professional skills
Personal grooming tips for business women on hair, makeup, perfume and jewelry in the work place. Know how to dress for success to impress clients and investors. If your business attire is distracting because it is too sexy, drab, or colorful, your business contacts will focus on how you look, not on your professional skills
Financial Feasibility Study
"How to write a financial feasibility study for a small business" is lesson four in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
"How to write a financial feasibility study for a small business" is lesson four in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
How to Negotiate Leases Part 1
Instructions on how to write an offer or counter offer letter to a landlord for leasing commercial property or space. Also included is a sample offer letter.
Instructions on how to write an offer or counter offer letter to a landlord for leasing commercial property or space. Also included is a sample offer letter.
What to Spend on Your Boss
You are not required to give your boss a gift, however, if you want to, WIB offers guidelines on how much to spend on a gift for your boss.
You are not required to give your boss a gift, however, if you want to, WIB offers guidelines on how much to spend on a gift for your boss.
Hispanic or Latino?
Hispanic and Latino define a region of origin, not a person’s race. Which term should you use? Hispanic or Latino? Does it make a difference?
Hispanic and Latino define a region of origin, not a person’s race. Which term should you use? Hispanic or Latino? Does it make a difference?
Startup Ideas Under \$100
If you do not have the funds to start a walk-in used book store begin by selling books in flea markets in your area. Here are ways to start a used book business locally, and on the Internet for less than $100 - including inventory!
If you do not have the funds to start a walk-in used book store begin by selling books in flea markets in your area. Here are ways to start a used book business locally, and on the Internet for less than $100 - including inventory!
Exempt Employees
What is an exempt employee? Are all salaried employees exempt? WIB provides information on how to determine if your position is exempt of nonexempt.
What is an exempt employee? Are all salaried employees exempt? WIB provides information on how to determine if your position is exempt of nonexempt.
Organizational Structure
"How to write a small business organizational structure feasibility feasibility study" is lesson five in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
"How to write a small business organizational structure feasibility feasibility study" is lesson five in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
Stop Harassing Calls
How you can get a debt collector or collection agency to stop harassing you with phone calls.
How you can get a debt collector or collection agency to stop harassing you with phone calls.
CAM Fees 101
What are CAM Fees?
What are CAM Fees?
Importance of a Job Descriptio
Before you hire employees you need to write an effective job description. Having written job descriptions protects employers and their employees. Find tips on what to include in a job description and how it can protect your business.
Before you hire employees you need to write an effective job description. Having written job descriptions protects employers and their employees. Find tips on what to include in a job description and how it can protect your business.
How to Dispute a Debt
A debt collector must notify you in writing of any debt you owe. You have thirty days to respond to dispute the debt. Know your rights and responsibilities for debt collection procedures.
A debt collector must notify you in writing of any debt you owe. You have thirty days to respond to dispute the debt. Know your rights and responsibilities for debt collection procedures.
WOB Certifcation 101
What is small business certification? Women who own businesses may be able to have their businesses certified as a women-owned business (WOB). There are many advantages to being formally recognized as a WOB.
What is small business certification? Women who own businesses may be able to have their businesses certified as a women-owned business (WOB). There are many advantages to being formally recognized as a WOB.
Business Trends & Statistics
Trends and statistics for women in business. Study industries, sales trends, and other important business statistics to make better business decisions now, and develop viable plans for future growth of your women-owned business.
Trends and statistics for women in business. Study industries, sales trends, and other important business statistics to make better business decisions now, and develop viable plans for future growth of your women-owned business.
Debt Collection Practices
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires debt collectors to follow certain laws about how they treat you, and how the attempt to collect debts. But, this does not release you from your obligation to repay your debt.
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires debt collectors to follow certain laws about how they treat you, and how the attempt to collect debts. But, this does not release you from your obligation to repay your debt.
Advertising vs Marketing
What is the difference between advertising and marketing?
What is the difference between advertising and marketing?
What Collectors Can Do
If your business is set up so that you are personally liable for debts, a debt collector may pursue you personally for repayment. Federal and state laws restricts what debt collectors can do under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to collect money you owe from you, and from your business.
If your business is set up so that you are personally liable for debts, a debt collector may pursue you personally for repayment. Federal and state laws restricts what debt collectors can do under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to collect money you owe from you, and from your business.
Working with Debt Collectors
If you own a sole proprietorship you are responsible for the debts of your business. When business debts go into collection you need to work with creditors to avoid ruining your personal credit history. Learn how to negotiate for reduced debt and set up payment plans.
If you own a sole proprietorship you are responsible for the debts of your business. When business debts go into collection you need to work with creditors to avoid ruining your personal credit history. Learn how to negotiate for reduced debt and set up payment plans.
How to Tip Pizza Drivers
If you are having pizza (or other food) delivered to your home or office, the tip rules vary considerably. Learn the standard food delivery tip amount, when to tip more, and went not to tip.
If you are having pizza (or other food) delivered to your home or office, the tip rules vary considerably. Learn the standard food delivery tip amount, when to tip more, and went not to tip.
All About Commercial Leases
Everything women need to know about types of commercial spaces you can rent for your business, how to find the right office space, types of leases and leasing terms, and how to negotiate commercial leases to get the best price.
Everything women need to know about types of commercial spaces you can rent for your business, how to find the right office space, types of leases and leasing terms, and how to negotiate commercial leases to get the best price.
Gifts in the Workplace
Before trying to decide on the right gift for someone at work you should first consider three very important things: Motive, Relationship, and Money.
Before trying to decide on the right gift for someone at work you should first consider three very important things: Motive, Relationship, and Money.
Twitter Statistics - Users
How many people use Twitter? Twitter statistics including total number of Twitter users, drop-out rate, and growth rate.
How many people use Twitter? Twitter statistics including total number of Twitter users, drop-out rate, and growth rate.
10 Tips on How to Shake Hands
A handshake is more than just a greeting. It is also a message about your personality and confidence level. In business, proper handshake etiquette is an important tool in making the right first impression. Here are 10 tips for women on how to shake hands with confidence.
A handshake is more than just a greeting. It is also a message about your personality and confidence level. In business, proper handshake etiquette is an important tool in making the right first impression. Here are 10 tips for women on how to shake hands with confidence.
Top 5 Work-at-Home Businesses
Five Low-Cost, Work-at-Home Business Opportunities for Women
Five Low-Cost, Work-at-Home Business Opportunities for Women
When to Use Miss Ms or Mrs
"Mistress" is feminine for the word “mister.” Eventually, “mistress” was split into two separate contractions to distinguish the marital status of women: “Miss” to refer to unmarried women, and “Mrs” for married women. So where does "Ms" come in?
"Mistress" is feminine for the word “mister.” Eventually, “mistress” was split into two separate contractions to distinguish the marital status of women: “Miss” to refer to unmarried women, and “Mrs” for married women. So where does "Ms" come in?
Dealing with Collectors
If you are a woman sole proprietor, or in many cases, involved in a partnership, you may be personally responsible for the debts of your business. Know your rights and obligations under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).
If you are a woman sole proprietor, or in many cases, involved in a partnership, you may be personally responsible for the debts of your business. Know your rights and obligations under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).
How to File a Complaint
What to do if your rights are violated by a debt collector. How to file a complaint against a debt collector or collection agency.
What to do if your rights are violated by a debt collector. How to file a complaint against a debt collector or collection agency.
Rentable Square Feet
What does "rentable square feet mean?" How is rentable square feet calculated?
What does "rentable square feet mean?" How is rentable square feet calculated?
4 Steps To Name Your Business
Steps to register the name of your small business. A sole proprietorship is not subject to the name availability rules of other business structures, but you still need to register the name of your business. Partnerships, corporations have slightly different requirements, but no matter what type of business you form, registering the name is usually something you can do on your own.
Steps to register the name of your small business. A sole proprietorship is not subject to the name availability rules of other business structures, but you still need to register the name of your business. Partnerships, corporations have slightly different requirements, but no matter what type of business you form, registering the name is usually something you can do on your own.
How Much Should I Tip?
Tipping is often an optional choice that is done in private. However, if you are picking up the tab for a business meal with a customer or client, tipping should not be considered optional.
Tipping is often an optional choice that is done in private. However, if you are picking up the tab for a business meal with a customer or client, tipping should not be considered optional.
Tax Benefits of Sole Props
Six tax and financial benefits to establishing your business as a sole proprietorship.
Six tax and financial benefits to establishing your business as a sole proprietorship.
Before you Sign a Lease
Women business owners need to ask what type of commercial lease is being offered. The type of lease being offered is probably the most important thing to consider first because it determines how you will be charged rent. The terms of commercial real estate leases are defined by the type of commercial lease.
Women business owners need to ask what type of commercial lease is being offered. The type of lease being offered is probably the most important thing to consider first because it determines how you will be charged rent. The terms of commercial real estate leases are defined by the type of commercial lease.
Jobs Women Dominate
What jobs are women dominating? DOL 2007 statistics show that women overwhelmingly still dominate only those fields that are considered traditional "female" industries. Men still get most "math-related" jobs, women are teachers, nurses, and caregivers.
What jobs are women dominating? DOL 2007 statistics show that women overwhelmingly still dominate only those fields that are considered traditional "female" industries. Men still get most "math-related" jobs, women are teachers, nurses, and caregivers.
Fictitious Business Names
How to file a fictitious name statement, also known as a "Doing Business As" (DBA) statement.
How to file a fictitious name statement, also known as a "Doing Business As" (DBA) statement.
Feasibility Study Assembly
How to write a present a small business feasibility study is the final lesson a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses. This lesson tells you how to assemble and present a study, including placement of attachments and exhibits.
How to write a present a small business feasibility study is the final lesson a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses. This lesson tells you how to assemble and present a study, including placement of attachments and exhibits.
Small Business Structures
Information on the types of legal structures for small businesses. How you establish your business affects ownership rights, personal liability risks, and how you can operate the business.
Information on the types of legal structures for small businesses. How you establish your business affects ownership rights, personal liability risks, and how you can operate the business.
FAQS - Overtime Pay
Overtime pay is the compensation paid to an employee for hours worked more than 40 hours in a single work week. Federal and state laws require overtime pay for nonexempt employees, and in some cases, even salaried employees.
Overtime pay is the compensation paid to an employee for hours worked more than 40 hours in a single work week. Federal and state laws require overtime pay for nonexempt employees, and in some cases, even salaried employees.
Self-Certification as a WOB
Can I self-certify as a women-owned business?
Can I self-certify as a women-owned business?
Nonexempt Employees
The term “hourly employee” is often used in place of “nonexempt” to describe an employee but this is not entirely accurate. A nonexempt employee is one who is eligible to receive overtime pay but not all hourly workers are nonexempt.
The term “hourly employee” is often used in place of “nonexempt” to describe an employee but this is not entirely accurate. A nonexempt employee is one who is eligible to receive overtime pay but not all hourly workers are nonexempt.
Feasibility Study Syllabus
Course Syllabus - How to Write a Comprehensive Business Feasibility Study. A free online business course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small and large businesses.
Course Syllabus - How to Write a Comprehensive Business Feasibility Study. A free online business course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small and large businesses.
Advertising and Marketing Psychology
Advertising and Marketing Psychology
Advertising and Marketing Psychology
Nonprofit Organizations 101
Basic steps and information types of nonprofit organizations, forming nonprofit organizations, their purpose, and business structure.
Basic steps and information types of nonprofit organizations, forming nonprofit organizations, their purpose, and business structure.
Definition: CAM Fees
CAM is an acronym for "Common Area Maintenance." In commercial real estate many leases require the tenant (lessee) to pay a portion of CAM fees.
CAM is an acronym for "Common Area Maintenance." In commercial real estate many leases require the tenant (lessee) to pay a portion of CAM fees.
Self-Employment Tax Rates
Self-employment tax rates for social security and medicare.
Self-employment tax rates for social security and medicare.
Giving Handmade Gifts
Before giving any gift, but especially when giving a handmade item, consider how personal your relationship is with your boss. WIB offers guidelines giving handmade gifts to your boss.
Before giving any gift, but especially when giving a handmade item, consider how personal your relationship is with your boss. WIB offers guidelines giving handmade gifts to your boss.
Suing a Debt Collector
Federal law permits individuals and businesses to sue debt collectors when they break the law. Learn what you need to do to establish a case in court.
Federal law permits individuals and businesses to sue debt collectors when they break the law. Learn what you need to do to establish a case in court.
Feasibility Study Conclusions
"How to write feasibility study conclusions for a small business" is lesson six in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
"How to write feasibility study conclusions for a small business" is lesson six in a free online course on how to write a comprehensive feasibility study for small businesses.
Limited Liability Companies
What is a Limited Liability Company(LLC)? Learn the pros and cons of and basics on how to form an LLC in the United States.
What is a Limited Liability Company(LLC)? Learn the pros and cons of and basics on how to form an LLC in the United States.
Business Introductions
Etiquette rules of introduction in a business setting are not much different than the accepted customs of personal introductions in a social setting. But there are some differences when it comes to men and women.
Etiquette rules of introduction in a business setting are not much different than the accepted customs of personal introductions in a social setting. But there are some differences when it comes to men and women.
Direct Marketing
What is direct marketing? Does direct marketing work? Types of direct marketing and direct marketing basics.
What is direct marketing? Does direct marketing work? Types of direct marketing and direct marketing basics.
Central Contractor Registry
If you plan to do business with the U.S. Federal Government, you must first be registered with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR). FAQs including: What is the CCR? Pre-requisites, how much does it cost?
If you plan to do business with the U.S. Federal Government, you must first be registered with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR). FAQs including: What is the CCR? Pre-requisites, how much does it cost?
Plus Size Suits Under \$100
5 Great Places to Buy Women’s Plus Size Business Suits for Under $100
5 Great Places to Buy Women’s Plus Size Business Suits for Under $100
Definition: Load Factor
Definition of Load Factor: Load Factor is a method of calculating total monthly rent costs to a tenant that combines usable square feet and a percentage of square feet of common areas.
Definition of Load Factor: Load Factor is a method of calculating total monthly rent costs to a tenant that combines usable square feet and a percentage of square feet of common areas.
Where to Donate Office Equip
Here is a list of places where you can donate used computers, monitors, and TV sets. Get a tax receipt for most donations, plus you can promote your business as a "green" business doing its part to help the environment.
Here is a list of places where you can donate used computers, monitors, and TV sets. Get a tax receipt for most donations, plus you can promote your business as a "green" business doing its part to help the environment.
WOB Industry Growth Statistics
In recent years (1997-2006) women businesses have experienced rapid growth in certain industries. The most impressive growth can be seen in the service sector.
In recent years (1997-2006) women businesses have experienced rapid growth in certain industries. The most impressive growth can be seen in the service sector.
Obama's Health Care Plan
How Barack Obama's health care plan would and would not affect your business. Will you have to provide health insurance to your employees or risk being penalized? WIB gives you the truth on Obama's health care plan.
How Barack Obama's health care plan would and would not affect your business. Will you have to provide health insurance to your employees or risk being penalized? WIB gives you the truth on Obama's health care plan.
Business Lunch Etiquette
Proper restaurant social skills in a business setting are a little different from when you are out dining with your family. Learn how to conduct yourself at a business lunch.
Proper restaurant social skills in a business setting are a little different from when you are out dining with your family. Learn how to conduct yourself at a business lunch.
Definition: Usable Square Feet
What does "usable square feet" mean? In commercial leasing, usable square feet simply means the square for that is rented to be used exclusively by the tenant. Usable square feet does include private (tenant-only) rest rooms, closets, storage and any other areas used only by the tenant.
What does "usable square feet" mean? In commercial leasing, usable square feet simply means the square for that is rented to be used exclusively by the tenant. Usable square feet does include private (tenant-only) rest rooms, closets, storage and any other areas used only by the tenant.
What Does "Net Lease" Mean?
Definition of net lease. In commercial rentals, a net lease means that the tenant pays for all or part of general operating expenses in addition to monthly rent for the actual space that the tenant occupies.
Definition of net lease. In commercial rentals, a net lease means that the tenant pays for all or part of general operating expenses in addition to monthly rent for the actual space that the tenant occupies.
Should You Certify as WOB?
Regardless of SBA changes, being certified as a women-owned business (WOB) still has many advantages. Every woman pursuing government contracts, or even large business opportunities, should definitely consider certification as a WOB.
Regardless of SBA changes, being certified as a women-owned business (WOB) still has many advantages. Every woman pursuing government contracts, or even large business opportunities, should definitely consider certification as a WOB.
Leasing Red Flags
Before you sign a lease make sure you fully understand the terms of the lease. Leases that favor a landlord can cause hardships for tenants. Here are a few "red flag" warnings to help you recognize a potentially bad leasing deal.
Before you sign a lease make sure you fully understand the terms of the lease. Leases that favor a landlord can cause hardships for tenants. Here are a few "red flag" warnings to help you recognize a potentially bad leasing deal.
Are You an Entrepreneur?
To be successful you need to be willing to listen to new ideas and actively solicit the opinions of others. You should relish new ideas and opposing opinions; not rebuke them. The ability to accept constructive criticism will help your business stay on the cutting edge and avoid potential problems you might not be able to see on your own.
To be successful you need to be willing to listen to new ideas and actively solicit the opinions of others. You should relish new ideas and opposing opinions; not rebuke them. The ability to accept constructive criticism will help your business stay on the cutting edge and avoid potential problems you might not be able to see on your own.
Customer Service Policies
To be competitive, all businesses must have outstanding customer service practices and polices. If you do not have a customer service policy or need to revamp existing ones start by creating an outline
To be competitive, all businesses must have outstanding customer service practices and polices. If you do not have a customer service policy or need to revamp existing ones start by creating an outline
What is "Gross Square Feet?"
Definition of Gross Square Feet: Gross square footage generally means the total square feet of the building. How is gross square footage calculated?
Definition of Gross Square Feet: Gross square footage generally means the total square feet of the building. How is gross square footage calculated?
Principle of Reciprocity
The Principle of Reciprocity describes a human need for give and take in a relationship. In order for the “gift” to have the most meaning, it needs to be offered in a way that seems genuine, without the expectation of return. But in business, there is an expectation of return; therefore, the Principle of Reciprocity should be built on trust by offering incentives to customers, but also by offering customer service and complaint resolution policies that inspire that trust.
The Principle of Reciprocity describes a human need for give and take in a relationship. In order for the “gift” to have the most meaning, it needs to be offered in a way that seems genuine, without the expectation of return. But in business, there is an expectation of return; therefore, the Principle of Reciprocity should be built on trust by offering incentives to customers, but also by offering customer service and complaint resolution policies that inspire that trust.
Defiinition: Double Net Lease
Net leases: What is a double net lease? Double Net Lease is a type of net lease in which the lessee (tenant) pays all or part of taxes and insurance associated with use of the property.
Net leases: What is a double net lease? Double Net Lease is a type of net lease in which the lessee (tenant) pays all or part of taxes and insurance associated with use of the property.
How to Let an Employee Go
Tips to help you layoff employees. Severance pay, how to tell an employee they are being let go, and why you should never let someone go on a Friday.
Tips to help you layoff employees. Severance pay, how to tell an employee they are being let go, and why you should never let someone go on a Friday.
FAQ: Employer ID Number (EIN)
What is an Employer Identification Number (EIN)? How to get an EIN, who needs one, and what they are used for in small businesses.
What is an Employer Identification Number (EIN)? How to get an EIN, who needs one, and what they are used for in small businesses.
What does "BOMA" Stand For?
What does BOMA mean? What are BOMA standards? BOMA stands for the Building Owners and Managers Association International and international organization that publishes standards on how to measure buildings and commercial spaces as well as other industry guidelines.
What does BOMA mean? What are BOMA standards? BOMA stands for the Building Owners and Managers Association International and international organization that publishes standards on how to measure buildings and commercial spaces as well as other industry guidelines.
Carol Bartz - CEO of Yahoo
Biography of Carol Bartz, CEO, Yahoo! Bartz is a true corporate warrior, turning her battles with life's challenges into personal strengths and victories.
Biography of Carol Bartz, CEO, Yahoo! Bartz is a true corporate warrior, turning her battles with life's challenges into personal strengths and victories.
Start a Sole Proprietorship
How to start a sole proprietorship. How to register your business name, get an EIN, and license your business, and certification for women-owned small businesses.
How to start a sole proprietorship. How to register your business name, get an EIN, and license your business, and certification for women-owned small businesses.
What is a Full-Service Lease?
The term "Fully Serviced Lease" refers to a lease in which the monthly rent includes the cost of certain types of services, which may include janitorial services, trash collection, utilities, water and sewer charges, property taxes, etc.
The term "Fully Serviced Lease" refers to a lease in which the monthly rent includes the cost of certain types of services, which may include janitorial services, trash collection, utilities, water and sewer charges, property taxes, etc.
Highest Paying Jobs for Women
Studying employment statistics can be helpful in developing a business plan. If you understand the industries that support the highest salaries for women, you may also discover products and services in demand, and see where the presence of women is widely accepted in businesses.
Studying employment statistics can be helpful in developing a business plan. If you understand the industries that support the highest salaries for women, you may also discover products and services in demand, and see where the presence of women is widely accepted in businesses.
Definition: Bill (as in law)
What is the definition of a bill (as in bills passed into law)? What are the types of bills introduced to the House and Senate?
What is the definition of a bill (as in bills passed into law)? What are the types of bills introduced to the House and Senate?
Too Small to Copyright?
What is the de minimis principle? The de minimis principle simply means “some things are just too small to be bothered with.” This principal applies to many areas of law, including copyrights.
What is the de minimis principle? The de minimis principle simply means “some things are just too small to be bothered with.” This principal applies to many areas of law, including copyrights.
Donate Used PCs / Monitors
Here is a list of places where you can donate used computers, monitors, and TV sets. Get a tax receipt for most donations, plus you can promote your business as a "green" business doing its part to help the environment.
Here is a list of places where you can donate used computers, monitors, and TV sets. Get a tax receipt for most donations, plus you can promote your business as a "green" business doing its part to help the environment.
National Month Calendar - JAN
January is "National Month Calendar."
January is "National Month Calendar."
What is Working Capital
Working capital is how much in liquid assets that a company has on hand. Working capital is needed to pay for planned and unexpected expenses, meet the short-term obligations of the business, and to build the business.
Working capital is how much in liquid assets that a company has on hand. Working capital is needed to pay for planned and unexpected expenses, meet the short-term obligations of the business, and to build the business.
Overview of Business Plans
A brief overview of small business plans. A business plan is a dynamic marketing tool that contains important information about your business. Business plans should be updated as often as necessary to reflect the current focus and long-term plans or your business, and whenever your business experiences noteworthy growth.
A brief overview of small business plans. A business plan is a dynamic marketing tool that contains important information about your business. Business plans should be updated as often as necessary to reflect the current focus and long-term plans or your business, and whenever your business experiences noteworthy growth.
Anonymous Call Rejection
What Is Anonymous Call Rejection? How do I block unwanted calls with anonymous call blocking? Tips on how to reject or block telemarketers and other anonymous phone callers who block their caller ID information.
What Is Anonymous Call Rejection? How do I block unwanted calls with anonymous call blocking? Tips on how to reject or block telemarketers and other anonymous phone callers who block their caller ID information.
Business Licenses & Permits
Local start-up requirements for women-owned and other small businesses. How to get a business license, safety and health inspections, and special permits and licenses.
Local start-up requirements for women-owned and other small businesses. How to get a business license, safety and health inspections, and special permits and licenses.
Brother MFC-6490CW Review
Review of the Brother Professional Series - MFC-6490CW Color Inkjet All-in-One with Wireless Networking. An outstanding professional printer at an affordable home office price.
Review of the Brother Professional Series - MFC-6490CW Color Inkjet All-in-One with Wireless Networking. An outstanding professional printer at an affordable home office price.
8 Tips for Naming Your Busines
Your business’ name is usually the first thing consumers will know about you. Any name you choose will make a first impression so choose wisely and make it a good one using our 8 Tips for Naming Your Business.
Your business’ name is usually the first thing consumers will know about you. Any name you choose will make a first impression so choose wisely and make it a good one using our 8 Tips for Naming Your Business.
How to Work With Your Spouse
The three most important tips on how to work with your spouse. How to make things work and when to keep your husband out of the business.
The three most important tips on how to work with your spouse. How to make things work and when to keep your husband out of the business.
Equal Pay Helps Economy
Women do not receive equal pay for doing the same jobs men do. Not only should women receive fair pay because they deserve it, but because it would be good for the U.S. economy.
Women do not receive equal pay for doing the same jobs men do. Not only should women receive fair pay because they deserve it, but because it would be good for the U.S. economy.
Salary Comparison Calculators
Use free, online calculator tools so find the average salary of jobs and positions throughout the country. Find out how much you need to make before taxes to cover your expenses, and even how much your current career path can profit you over the next five years.
Use free, online calculator tools so find the average salary of jobs and positions throughout the country. Find out how much you need to make before taxes to cover your expenses, and even how much your current career path can profit you over the next five years.
Women's Business Challenges
Women in business face the same challenges as all small business owners. But they also face discrimination and obstacles that make it harder to succeed. Find business strategies, tips, and resources to help women entrepreneurs overcome the challenges facing women in business.
Women in business face the same challenges as all small business owners. But they also face discrimination and obstacles that make it harder to succeed. Find business strategies, tips, and resources to help women entrepreneurs overcome the challenges facing women in business.
Definition: Percentage Lease
Leasing Definitions: Percentage Lease. A Percentage Lease typically requires a tenant pay "Base Rent" and then on top of that amount pay a percentage based on monthly sales volumes.
Leasing Definitions: Percentage Lease. A Percentage Lease typically requires a tenant pay "Base Rent" and then on top of that amount pay a percentage based on monthly sales volumes.
Small Business Act Definitions
The definition of "socially and economically" disadvantage individuals under the Small Business Act includes women business owners.
The definition of "socially and economically" disadvantage individuals under the Small Business Act includes women business owners.
Industrial Space Pros & Cons
Commercial industrial space can also be used in place of traditional commercial office space, usually at substantially cheaper prices. There are pros and cons, advantages and disadvantages to leasing commercial industrial space.
Commercial industrial space can also be used in place of traditional commercial office space, usually at substantially cheaper prices. There are pros and cons, advantages and disadvantages to leasing commercial industrial space.
Negotiating CAM Fees
Should a tenant pay CAM fees? What are standard CAM fees and what are unreasonable CAM fees? Tips on how to negotiate CAM and administrative fee terms in commercial leases.
Should a tenant pay CAM fees? What are standard CAM fees and what are unreasonable CAM fees? Tips on how to negotiate CAM and administrative fee terms in commercial leases.
Paid Sick Leave Laws
In the U.S. there currently are no federal laws requiring employers to provide sick leave benefits to employees. However, some U.S. cities require employers to offer paid sick leave. Also, many employers may still be subject to providing leave benefits under The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In the U.S. there currently are no federal laws requiring employers to provide sick leave benefits to employees. However, some U.S. cities require employers to offer paid sick leave. Also, many employers may still be subject to providing leave benefits under The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Avoid Marketing Stereotypes
Consumers first and foremost are individuals. The more you see and treat customers like individuals, the more loyal they will be to your business. It pays to see your customers are individuals, with common needs, but not as groups who, because of stereotype images, have lemming-like behaviors when it comes to making purchases.
Consumers first and foremost are individuals. The more you see and treat customers like individuals, the more loyal they will be to your business. It pays to see your customers are individuals, with common needs, but not as groups who, because of stereotype images, have lemming-like behaviors when it comes to making purchases.
Psychology of Customers
Free online business course: Advertising and Marketing Psychology. Learn the importance of psychology in developing marketing strategies and advertising campaigns. Large corporations and companies spend billions of dollars in research each year on studying consumers and their spending habits to develop marketing strategies and advertising campaigns. While it is important to invest both time and money in marketing and advertising, both will be wasted if you head off in the wrong direction.
Free online business course: Advertising and Marketing Psychology. Learn the importance of psychology in developing marketing strategies and advertising campaigns. Large corporations and companies spend billions of dollars in research each year on studying consumers and their spending habits to develop marketing strategies and advertising campaigns. While it is important to invest both time and money in marketing and advertising, both will be wasted if you head off in the wrong direction.
Recording Phone Calls
Priavy laws: Is it legal to record phone conversations of your employees?
Priavy laws: Is it legal to record phone conversations of your employees?
Complain with Diplomacy
Many business professionals hold meetings during lunch or dinner with clients, investors, or other business professionals. What if your meeting seems to be hindered by bad restaurant service? Should you complain? The answer is yes, always, but with diplomacy.
Many business professionals hold meetings during lunch or dinner with clients, investors, or other business professionals. What if your meeting seems to be hindered by bad restaurant service? Should you complain? The answer is yes, always, but with diplomacy.
Increase Text Font Size
This article outlines how to enlarge or reduce text in web browsers without having to purchase or download special software.
This article outlines how to enlarge or reduce text in web browsers without having to purchase or download special software.
The WOB Contracting Program
In 1994 Congress passed legislation that requires the federal government to award a minimum of 5% of all government-wide contracts to certified women-owned businesses. This goal has never once been met. Why are women not getting more government contract awards?
In 1994 Congress passed legislation that requires the federal government to award a minimum of 5% of all government-wide contracts to certified women-owned businesses. This goal has never once been met. Why are women not getting more government contract awards?
8 Tips for Naming a Business
The name of your business is usually the first thing consumers will know about you. Any name you choose will make a first impression so choose wisely and make it a good one using our 8 Tips for Naming Your Business.
The name of your business is usually the first thing consumers will know about you. Any name you choose will make a first impression so choose wisely and make it a good one using our 8 Tips for Naming Your Business.
When to Shake Hands
Knowing how to shake hands in a business setting is important, but so is knowing when, and when not to shake hands. Here are guidelines to help you put your best hand forward.
Knowing how to shake hands in a business setting is important, but so is knowing when, and when not to shake hands. Here are guidelines to help you put your best hand forward.
Start a Used Book
If you could gather enough books to fill an eStore and start an onlinesbusiness for less than $100 would you do it? WIB tells you how!
If you could gather enough books to fill an eStore and start an onlinesbusiness for less than $100 would you do it? WIB tells you how!
Overcoming Women's Challenges
Women business owners and working women face certain challenges and obstacles that men do not. Working women who have children experience even more demands on time, energy and resources, and women face gender discrimination in business and on the job. But women are not less successful than men, in fact, statistics show that women are starting businesses at more than twice the rate of all other businesses. Women are resourceful, and able to succeed, despite many challenges.
Women business owners and working women face certain challenges and obstacles that men do not. Working women who have children experience even more demands on time, energy and resources, and women face gender discrimination in business and on the job. But women are not less successful than men, in fact, statistics show that women are starting businesses at more than twice the rate of all other businesses. Women are resourceful, and able to succeed, despite many challenges.
Corporation Pros and Cons
Two advantages of forming a corporation are limited liability risks to their owners (shareholders) and several important tax advantages over other forms of business structures.
Two advantages of forming a corporation are limited liability risks to their owners (shareholders) and several important tax advantages over other forms of business structures.
ERISA Fails Consumers
ERISA laws regulate and set standards for benefits offered by employers. But if an insurance or other plan fails you, and you suffer damages or someone dies, you cannot recover damages. ERISA laws make it tough to sue managed care, however, several precedent setting cases have been argued successfully, including one in the U.S. Supreme Court.
ERISA laws regulate and set standards for benefits offered by employers. But if an insurance or other plan fails you, and you suffer damages or someone dies, you cannot recover damages. ERISA laws make it tough to sue managed care, however, several precedent setting cases have been argued successfully, including one in the U.S. Supreme Court.
2009 Tax Calendar
This 2009 tax calendar includes a summary of filing deadlines for U.S. federal and state income taxes and the forms used for filing 2008 personal and business income taxes.
This 2009 tax calendar includes a summary of filing deadlines for U.S. federal and state income taxes and the forms used for filing 2008 personal and business income taxes.
Nonprofit Pros & Cons
Information about how to start a nonprofit group or organization. Learn the basics, pros and cons, and legal requirements of forming charitable organizations and other nonprofit corporations.
Information about how to start a nonprofit group or organization. Learn the basics, pros and cons, and legal requirements of forming charitable organizations and other nonprofit corporations.
How to Block Caller ID Info
FAQs about using caller ID. Can you use caller ID for your home-based business? How to block calls using selective call and complete line blocking. Does having an unlisted phone number mean caller ID does not show?
FAQs about using caller ID. Can you use caller ID for your home-based business? How to block calls using selective call and complete line blocking. Does having an unlisted phone number mean caller ID does not show?
Cash Flow Questionnaire
This questionnaire can serve as a foundational guide to help you assess your working capital needs for your start-up or existing business.
This questionnaire can serve as a foundational guide to help you assess your working capital needs for your start-up or existing business.
WCU Ranked 4th for WIB
An October 8, 2008 article in North Carolina’s Citizens-Times.com by Dale Neal, reported that Western Carolina University’s College of Business has been ranked #4 in the top ten schools in the U.S by the Princeton Review for women to earn a master’s degree in business administration.
An October 8, 2008 article in North Carolina’s Citizens-Times.com by Dale Neal, reported that Western Carolina University’s College of Business has been ranked #4 in the top ten schools in the U.S by the Princeton Review for women to earn a master’s degree in business administration.
How to Write a Comprehensive Feasibility Study
Free online course on how to write a comprehensive business feasibility study.
Free online course on how to write a comprehensive business feasibility study.
Internet Considerations
Internet Questionnaire for Your Business Plan - The Internet is a great way to communicate with customers, the media, and shareholders and advertise your business. Most businesses today have a website site even if they do not offer web-based services.
Internet Questionnaire for Your Business Plan - The Internet is a great way to communicate with customers, the media, and shareholders and advertise your business. Most businesses today have a website site even if they do not offer web-based services.
Advertising 101
Simple tips and advice to help women business owners create advertising campaigns that work.
Simple tips and advice to help women business owners create advertising campaigns that work.
IRS Definition - Self-Employed
How do you know if the IRS sees you as being self-employed? If you are, you need to file self-employment taxes. See if you meet the IRS criteria for being self-employed.
How do you know if the IRS sees you as being self-employed? If you are, you need to file self-employment taxes. See if you meet the IRS criteria for being self-employed.
Types of Commercial Leases
Types of commercial leases. Compare the types of commercial leases commonly used in commercial real estate in an easy-to-read chart.
Types of commercial leases. Compare the types of commercial leases commonly used in commercial real estate in an easy-to-read chart.
Small Business Funding Sources
Small business funding resources for start-up cash, venture capital, and financing for women entrepreneurs starting or growing a small business. Includes debt financing, venture capital, angel investors, and business incubators.
Small business funding resources for start-up cash, venture capital, and financing for women entrepreneurs starting or growing a small business. Includes debt financing, venture capital, angel investors, and business incubators.
Using HRAs as a Tax Benefit
An HRA is a plan offered by employers to reimburse their employees for a wide array of healthcare-related costs including medical and dental insurance, deductibles, co-pay amounts, and other dental and medical costs that are related to healthcare.
An HRA is a plan offered by employers to reimburse their employees for a wide array of healthcare-related costs including medical and dental insurance, deductibles, co-pay amounts, and other dental and medical costs that are related to healthcare.
How to Spot Fake Hyperlinks
How to detect or spot fake hyperlinks in emails. It is easy to send an emails and make hyperlinks appear to lead to a trusted site when in fact you may end up at a spam site or worse, trigger a virus download. Know Learn how to tell is a hyperlink is real of fake before you click on a link.
How to detect or spot fake hyperlinks in emails. It is easy to send an emails and make hyperlinks appear to lead to a trusted site when in fact you may end up at a spam site or worse, trigger a virus download. Know Learn how to tell is a hyperlink is real of fake before you click on a link.
How to Handle Busy Work Phones
Tips on how to handle busy phones while working from home. High-tech solutions, using caller ID, blocking, and the do-not-call registry. Also, cell phone, telephone and telemarketing laws you should be aware of.
Tips on how to handle busy phones while working from home. High-tech solutions, using caller ID, blocking, and the do-not-call registry. Also, cell phone, telephone and telemarketing laws you should be aware of.
What Does Gross-Up Mean?
Leasing definitions: What does "gross-up" mean? If a building is less than 90-95% occupied, fees associated with fully serviced leases are still calculated for the tenants prorate share of operating expenses.
Leasing definitions: What does "gross-up" mean? If a building is less than 90-95% occupied, fees associated with fully serviced leases are still calculated for the tenants prorate share of operating expenses.
News Resources for Inspiration
Sometimes it helps to read about miracles, positive news events, and how others have overcome personal and professional struggles in life. Here is a list of websites with more than just daily inspirational quotes. They are resources for real news events intended to inspire and encourage.
Sometimes it helps to read about miracles, positive news events, and how others have overcome personal and professional struggles in life. Here is a list of websites with more than just daily inspirational quotes. They are resources for real news events intended to inspire and encourage.
The Scarcity Principle
The Scarcity Principle describes the urge to purchase, gather, or obtain something that a person feels that they may not be able to get in the future. If you can successfully create an aura of envy associated with your product or service, consumers will want it all the more – especially, if the item is already limited and a sudden increase in sales creates an even scarcer product.
The Scarcity Principle describes the urge to purchase, gather, or obtain something that a person feels that they may not be able to get in the future. If you can successfully create an aura of envy associated with your product or service, consumers will want it all the more – especially, if the item is already limited and a sudden increase in sales creates an even scarcer product.
Butterfly Effect in Business
The Butterfly Effect in Business Relationships: Treat your employees badly and they will treat your customers badly. Cheat stakeholders or under value them as partners and you lose their confidence and support. If your employees feel that it is acceptable to cheat your customers, they may also feel free to cheat your business. In business, one action always effects another.
The Butterfly Effect in Business Relationships: Treat your employees badly and they will treat your customers badly. Cheat stakeholders or under value them as partners and you lose their confidence and support. If your employees feel that it is acceptable to cheat your customers, they may also feel free to cheat your business. In business, one action always effects another.
A Must for Women in Business
What is caller ID (caller identification) and how caller ID can help protect your business privacy and personal information from being displayed in caller ID devices.
What is caller ID (caller identification) and how caller ID can help protect your business privacy and personal information from being displayed in caller ID devices.
Commercial Industrial Leases
While restrictions and lease conditions are important considerations to factor in when looking for commercial industrial space, for most new businesses, how much the monthly rent will cost is often the deciding factor. Commercial leases can have added fees in addition to rent. Be sure you understand what additional costs are by asking questions, including:
While restrictions and lease conditions are important considerations to factor in when looking for commercial industrial space, for most new businesses, how much the monthly rent will cost is often the deciding factor. Commercial leases can have added fees in addition to rent. Be sure you understand what additional costs are by asking questions, including:
FORTUNE 500 Women CEOs
Number of women running FORTUNE 500 companies in 2000 was three. In 2009, 15 women CEOs endined the year at the helm of FORTUNE 500 companies including two women of color, Indra Nooyi (PepsiCo) and Andrea Jung (Avon Products.)
Number of women running FORTUNE 500 companies in 2000 was three. In 2009, 15 women CEOs endined the year at the helm of FORTUNE 500 companies including two women of color, Indra Nooyi (PepsiCo) and Andrea Jung (Avon Products.)
Deductible Business Expenses
What is the meaning of ordinary and necessary business expenses? What business expenses are tax deductible? Are start-up costs deductible business expenses?
What is the meaning of ordinary and necessary business expenses? What business expenses are tax deductible? Are start-up costs deductible business expenses?
Bio of Angelina Jolie
Business biography of Angelina Jolie. Jolie's personal information, family life, education as well as information about her humanitarian efforts, business investments, books, and the Angelina Jolie stock index.
Business biography of Angelina Jolie. Jolie's personal information, family life, education as well as information about her humanitarian efforts, business investments, books, and the Angelina Jolie stock index.
Average Percentage Rent
Commercial Leases - Table of the average percentage rents charged in commercial leases.
Commercial Leases - Table of the average percentage rents charged in commercial leases.
Marketing Pyschology
The purpose of this free, online business course is to introduce basic principles in psychology and show how they relate to, and can be applied to advertising and marketing in the business environment. Learn how the Principle of Reciprocity, Pleasure Principle, and Scarcity Principle can help or harm your business.
The purpose of this free, online business course is to introduce basic principles in psychology and show how they relate to, and can be applied to advertising and marketing in the business environment. Learn how the Principle of Reciprocity, Pleasure Principle, and Scarcity Principle can help or harm your business.
Sole Proprietorships
Information about how to start a small business sole proprietorship. Learn the basics, pros and cons, and legal requirements of forming small businesses as a sole proprietorships.
Information about how to start a small business sole proprietorship. Learn the basics, pros and cons, and legal requirements of forming small businesses as a sole proprietorships.
Tips: Find a Business Partner
You will spend a lot of time planning major business events with your partner and need to be able to get along with him/her. Here are important tips and things to consider when choosing a partner that will help your business grow.
You will spend a lot of time planning major business events with your partner and need to be able to get along with him/her. Here are important tips and things to consider when choosing a partner that will help your business grow.
Downsize Without Quilt
The goal of any business owner should be to achieve long-term success and sometimes that best way to ensure longevity is to scale back. If you need to reduce the number of employees on your payroll (downsize), do so thoughtfully, but without quilt.
The goal of any business owner should be to achieve long-term success and sometimes that best way to ensure longevity is to scale back. If you need to reduce the number of employees on your payroll (downsize), do so thoughtfully, but without quilt.
Commercial Lease Terms
Before you sign a commercial lease be sure you get all your lease terms in writing and understand every term in a lease agreement. Here are standard terms that should always be included in every commercial lease.
Before you sign a commercial lease be sure you get all your lease terms in writing and understand every term in a lease agreement. Here are standard terms that should always be included in every commercial lease.
Business Partnerships
Legal definitions - What is a business partnership?
Legal definitions - What is a business partnership?