December is a busy time for small business owners. On top of day-to-day management duties, there are many preparations to make for the upcoming year. This list might include financial statements, tax forms and information, and end-of-year employee bonuses. End of Year Tasks for Small Business Owners It can be challenging for a small business owner or entrepreneur to manage time and maintain a healthy work/life balance. However, devoting attention to your business will help you end the year...

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If you own a small business, you’ve likely noticed that supply chain shortages in the US have affected your sales. Since the Coronavirus pandemic, supply issues have been critical for organizations to manage, especially for smaller institutions across the country. We’ve seen this very clearly in the Midwest, with a supply shortage affecting everything from commodities to labor. Most business owners ask what they can do to mitigate the issue, but some are hopeful that the problem will...

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