Economy

Why the New CA Gig Economy Restrictions May Soon Impact your State

13th September, 2019

California lawmakers just passed a bill turning ‘gig economy’ workers into employees. Critics: This is another attack on small business.

Who works in the Gig Economy? Everyone. The gig economy is massive. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), in 2017, 55 million people, or more than 35 percent of the US…

Will The Economic Balloon Endure?

8th August, 2019

According to Bloomberg the likelihood of a U.S. recession in the next 12 months rose to 35% in an August survey of economists, from 31% forecast previously, as global trade tensions fuel economic uncertainty.

Growth in the world’s biggest economy will average 2.3% this year, down from 2.5% seen in a July…

Trade War Impacting Small Business

14th May, 2019

The markets are see-sawing due to the unknown long-term impact of the trade war with China, which at this moment will saddle American businesses with tariffs on goods purchased.

While diplomatic negotiations are not complete and anything can happen, the question is, who ultimately ends up paying…

Three Unique Incentives to Offer to Ensure You Get the Best Candidates

6th April, 2018

With incredibly low unemployment numbers, the job market has become highly competitive. Employers are fighting for candidates, and often the ideal candidate does not reside in the company’s area. We spoke before about how to find the best candidate, but…

How Local Competition Can Hurt (and Help) Your Business

21st March, 2018

If you are in business of any sort, you likely have some kind of competition. Whether local or broader, you aren’t alone in the market. This is certainly true for retail companies. And whether you are selling experiences or merchandise, you’ll have to pay attention to competitors and what they offer. But depending…

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