Landscapers Desperate for Labor Help Call on Congress to Expand H2-B Visas

US landscaping companies claim they're turning away customers because there isn't enough help to get jobs done. Read more »

Small Businesses Look for Relief from Obamacare Employer Mandate, Restaurateur Says

Restaurant owners, in particular, are feeling the pinch from the Obamacare employer mandate and would be happy to see it go. Read more »

New York City Just Hit Fast Food Franchise Owners with More Regulations

The NYC Fair Work Week laws are meant to provide a safety net to workers, but they could possibly lead to complications for business owners. Read more »

3 Pros and 3 Cons You Need to Weigh About Specialization in Today’s Job Market

While job specialization plays a role in the business world, should you follow that path? Here's a look at the costs and benefits of specialization. Read more »

5 Faces of the Gig Economy: New Study Reveals All (Infographic)

Not all freelancers are the same, they may have different goals and expectations. Check out the 5 types of freelancers ready to work for your business. Read more »

6 Low Overhead Businesses You Can Start Before the End of the Year

The old mantra, “it takes money to make money,” isn’t always true. Here are six low overhead business ideas you can start before the end of this year. Read more »

Move Over Google and Facebook, Small Businesses are Attracting More Tech Talent These Days

According to new data from the job site Indeed.com, small businesses are attracting tech employees in greater numbers despite lower offering power. Read more »

5 Employee Engagement Tips for Small Businesses

In order to retain its employees, an organization needs to keep them engaged. Here are some actionable tips based on employee engagement best practices. Read more »

5 Things That Motivate Employees to Go Above and Beyond

Every business owner imagines having a team that goes the extra mile. If you want the same, here are some ways to motivate employees to go above and beyond. Read more »

Want Better Small Business Employees? Use a Personality Test

Will using a personality test for hiring your small business employees lead to better results? Discover the pros and cons after the jump. Read more »