Author Archives: Veterans Support Syndicate

If you run a business, you’re going to need to know how to answer the question, ‘What is the pay rate?’. And of course, this isn’t as simple as saying, ‘This is your hourly rate.’ A pay rate has more variables—especially if you work in an industry that has tips and bonuses.  In this article,ContinueContinue reading “What is Pay Rate? A Beginner’s Guide”

So, you want to start a retail business. What now? There’s the idea, the products, the space, taxes, the employees, the website, social media—but what comes first? Learning how to start a retail business is the first step. That’s why we created this guide; for all you budding entrepreneurs. Whatever your passion—fashion, artisanal teas, orContinueContinue reading “How to Start a Retail Business: A Beginner’s Guide”

“Who’s FICA? And why is he taking all of my money?” — Rachel Green and every newbie looking at their first paycheck. Turns out FICA isn’t a guy; it’s the Federal Insurance Contributions Act. And everybody who earns a paycheck, whether through wages, salary, or tips (yes, tips count too) contributes a portion of theirContinueContinue reading “The Payroll Playbook: Which Payroll Taxes are Paid by Employers”

For those in the construction business, laying the foundation for a house can be a piece of cake. But what about laying the foundation for your business’s growth? When you’re looking to expand your construction business, you have to make sure you have the right foundation. Otherwise, your business may collapse.  In this article, weContinueContinue reading “Top 4 Strategies to Grow Your Construction Business”

No employer wants to write up employees at work, and have that tough talk with an employee who isn’t holding up their end of the work responsibilities. Whether it’s coming in late, not meeting deadlines, or workplace harassment, it’s a difficult conversation that, unfortunately, just has to happen. When multiple conversations and subtle asks don’tContinueContinue reading “Written Up At Work: A Beginner’s Guide”