Settling In: EFBCers Define Their “New Normal”
While the last two years have been a roller coaster for business owners, the members of EFBC have brilliantly forged their way through to the other side and we’re sharing what has led to their successes. At EFBC, one of… Read more→
How Companies Can Mitigate ACH and Check Fraud
Companies are targets for ACH and check fraud. Here’s how to help manage and prevent ACH and check fraud. Check fraud and ACH fraud cost companies millions each year. However, with careful planning, company leaders can do a great deal… Read more→
President’s Message – Inspiration from NASA In Challenging Times
It’s amazing what can change in just a few weeks! It feels like we’re in a surreal movie. I am amazed, even stunned, at the rapid dynamic change we are all experiencing both with our businesses and our families. I’d… Read more→
There is a Place for Contractors in Small Business
Leveraging freelance resources is no longer just for Goliath cutting edge tech firms like Google. Hiring isn’t easy and it isn’t a perfect science. Maybe it’s time to consider the hybrid option, the “try and buy.”
Employee Benefits Benchmark Survey Results
Employee benefits are designed to attract and retain the highest quality employees. Yes, they can be expensive and yes, the cost seems to go up each year. If we look at the benefits as an investment toward finding and keeping the right people,… Read more→
Simple Ways to Automate Collections by MB Financial
Is in house accounting software or an outside collection agency the best solution for your small business’s payment collections and cash flow?
The Impact of Sales Leadership and Priorities for Accelerated Growth
Building a resilient salesforce is harder than ever. Having an appealing job opportunity with a rockstar culture and team are required to land the most desired candidates. In this article, we’ve summarized tips on recruiting top talent and the importance… Read more→
Data Security Incidents and Breaches: Prevention and Response
Maintaining strong data security practices and emphasizing employee awareness of cyber threats is an essential part of doing business today even for small businesses.
5 Tasks to Help You Formulate a Strategic Plan
Whether you work in a family business or not, your business is a family asset. Up to 85% of firms are initially established with some sort of family investment, and the work you do every day is a vital resource… Read more→
Affordability Percentages Will Decrease For 2018
by Marcus Newman, GCG Financial On May 5, 2017, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued Revenue Procedure 2017-36 to index the contribution percentages in 2018 for purposes of determining affordability of an employer’s plan under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)…. Read more→
