There are certain things Central Florida small business owners must do. These non-negotiables include hiring staff, paying taxes, and securing a Central Florida Small Business Insurance policy. There are many […]
Cultivating a Healthy Workplace Culture
There are several essential components most successful Central Florida businesses share, including an outstanding product or service, a solid business plan, a Central Florida Employment Practices Liability Insurance Policy and […]
Small Business Owners Myths About 401(k)s
One of the most confusing aspects of becoming a Central Florida Small Business owner is gaining an understanding about all things related to employee benefits. Are you required to offer […]
Interview Tips Based on ADA Guidelines
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a safety net designed to prevent discrimination against individuals who are disabled. The ADA is beneficial, but it’s also quite complex. One reason […]
How to Create a Happy Workplace
According to a study conducted by the National Sleep Foundation, the average American works about 45 hours per week, which means he or she spends more than 25% of their […]
Entrepreneur Tips – Sales Skills to Master
If you are a Central Florida Small Business entrepreneur, you know that to make money you have to make sales. Your success is directly linked to your mastery of skills that […]
Should Your Business be Concerned about ADA Compliance?
You may be surprised to learn that regardless of the size of your Central Florida Small Business, you are still required to comply with guidelines set forth by the Americans with […]
Moving Your Small Business to a New Office? Follow These Tips.
Whether you are relocating to a new home or a new office, the moving process is a combination of excitement and anticipation and stress and anxiety. When you are relocating […]
Avoid These Common Mistakes When Training Your Employees
If you run a Central Florida Small Business, you probably have at least a handful of employees. As your business grows and current employees move on for one reason or another, […]
Are Small Companies More Vulnerable to Employee Theft?
According to data gleaned from 2015 U.S. federal court cases, more than 80 percent of embezzlement cases occurred in businesses with fewer than 150 employees. Slightly less than half of […]
Can Wearable Technology Be Used as a Risk Management Tool?
Fitness trackers, Google glasses, medical sensors, smart watches – there is no question that wearable technology has hit the mainstream in a major way. Outfitted with tiny sensors, these devices […]
OSHA’s Recordkeeping Rule and Its Impact on Manufacturing
In June, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a final rule detailing new requirements to submit records and reports electronically. Those requirements go into effect on January 1, […]
What Untrained Employees Can Cost You
You’ve probably heard the saying, “You get what you pay for.” According to a report from Small Business Trends, most small businesses are paying new employees an hourly wage or […]
Tech Tip: Automate for Success
There are certain critical must-dos when you run a small business. You’ve got to hire an effective team. In addition, you have to address risks by securing a business insurance […]
Florida Workers Comp Rates Could Soon Skyrocket
A May 27 rate filing submission by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) – which represents 260 Florida workers’ compensation insurance providers – could mean that Florida Workers Comp […]
Common New Manager Mistakes
Congratulations! You’ve recently been promoted to a managerial position. Only those who have proven their abilities and work ethic become managers. As with any new challenge, there’s a learning curve […]
Are Your Employees Violating Your Social Media Policy?
There are things in business that are absolutely black or white. For example, having Orlando & Central Florida General Liability Insurance isn’t something that should up for debate. Companies that want […]
Five Common Workers Comp Claims
Especially if you own a small business, you may wonder if you need Workers Compensation insurance. Here’s the short answer: You absolutely need it and can’t afford not to have it. […]
Four Tips for a Small Business Security System
As a small business owner, there are certain things you do to protect your interests. You secure Orlando & Central Florida Property Insurance so you’ll be reimbursed should your business […]
Manage Cyber Liability Risks by Recycling Electronics
Is it time to upgrade your company’s laptops? Are you planning to purchase a new smart phone? The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) encourages individuals and businesses to recycle electronics, because […]
How to Create a Fair Workplace
In today’s increasingly litigious environment, it is more important than ever to strive to make sure all of your employees feel valued, appreciated, and, above all else, treated fairly. This […]
How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
Your business’s intellectual property includes trademarked words or symbols, copyrighted works, and patented inventions. You can protect these types of intellectual property by filing applications with the U.S. Patent and […]
When Should You Open a Second Location?
You’ve heard the phrase, “If it isn’t broke why fix it?” In business, that’s a conservative approach. But there’s another phrase that’s also fitting: “Nothing ventured nothing gained.” There are […]
Small Business Insurance Misconceptions
If you own a small business, hopefully you agree that you can’t afford to operate without a Central Florida Small Business Insurance policy. The question you should ask yourself isn’t, […]
Common Risks Faced by Distributors
If you operate a distribution business, you receive goods from domestic and/or foreign suppliers, warehouse them, and then sell and transport them to your niche market. Every business faces unique […]
Growing Your Small Business: Employee Hiring Advice
For any small business to succeed and thrive, it needs certain components. First off, it needs a dedicated owner willing to weather the highs and lows that inevitably occur in […]
Building a Business: Tips to Kickstart Your Plan
Have you always dreamed of being your own boss? Are you ready to make that dream a reality? If you are disciplined, confident, organized, optimistic, realistic, and motivated, you’ve got […]
Advantages of Hiring Overqualified Workers
If you’ve ever interviewed a candidate for a position and dismissed her solely because she was overqualified, you made a big mistake! It’s counterproductive to overlook a stellar candidate because, […]
Should Your Family Business Seek Outside Leadership?
If you run a small business, you’ve got big responsibilities. You’re probably responsible for staffing, marketing, logistics, and administrative tasks such as making sure your business is fully protected by […]
PIA of Florida Joins the CPC to Combat Benefits Abuse
It’s a problem that costs you and every other insurance policyholder money. Fraudulent insurance claims ranging from Orlando Employee Benefits claims to weather-related homeowner’s benefits claims are rampant in South […]