Running A Business
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Daily Business Operations
A lot of factors contribute to a well-run business, ranging from finances to marketing, sales, human resources, and the technology that you employ to keep your business functioning smoothly. This section includes topics that will help you with day-to-day activities.
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Insurance and Preparing
Your Business for an
Emergency
Emergencies and accidents are unavoidable and unwanted circumstances that can grind your productivity to a halt. Be sure that you protect your business from the unexpected.
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General Information
This section contains general topics about running your business – things that you might not need to know right now, but spend a few minutes here to see what applies to you today and what might be important in the future.
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Building the Corporate Structure
of Your Business
Now you’re ready to get down to the nitty-gritty. After you incorporate your business, you’ll need to choose a location and possibly acquire equipment. And if your business grows beyond what you can handle yourself, you’ll need to hire employees.
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Working with the Government
Your business is on a new playing field if you’re positioned to do business with the government, whether at the federal, state or local level. To get started, you’ll need to validate your status as a small business, and ensure that you meet tax obligations.