Business Basics

Cyber and data breach insurance cover data breach costs, but cyber adds more protection. Learn how to choose the right insurance for your business.

Coinsurance for small businesses helps cover property and business assets, so the insurer knows there's adequate coverage. Here's how it works.

Surety bonds act as a legally enforceable guarantee that help small business owners secure third-party contracts. Learn how they work.

Workers' compensation has tax implications that every employee and business owner should understand. See our guide.

Too much coverage wastes money, but too little can expose your company to claims and court awards. Here is how to calculate exactly what you need.

Business interruption insurance policies can help when unforeseen events shut down operations. Learn how business interruption insurance works and what it covers.

This guide explains OSHA and the regulations it sets for workplace safety and employee health. Learn how your small business can comply with OSHA.

Learn how to boost your productivity on Slack and get the most out of this workplace communication tool by using features such as huddles, reminders and deadlines.

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How to turn ambitious plans into measurable results

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She took over the company at 27 and “Double-Doubled” its success.

Economic treatises for the CEO of the playground.

Clothing stores are popular businesses that appeal to varied niche audiences. Learn how to start a clothing store online or in a brick-and-mortar building.

Being a franchisee has its perks over starting a brand-new business, but you still need capital. Here are three ways to appeal to investors.

A business needs specialty insurance for items not covered by ordinary homeowners or automobile insurance. Learn if your company needs more insurance.

Tail insurance is a policy endorsement that lets you file a claim after a policy's term ends. Learn how tail coverage can protect your business.

While standard business insurance policies protect your business, when extra coverage is needed, you'll obtain a rider. Learn how riders work.

A 7702 plan, also called a Section 7702 plan, is a privately issued stand-alone life insurance policy. Learn how it differs from typical retirement plans.

Here are the best tools for conducting market research.

You've asked your customers to buy local and you should too. Here's why your local B2B purchases have a positive ripple effect on the SMB community.

You don’t go into business planning to get out — but you should. Find out why an exit strategy is important and why you need two strategies.

The future of construction looks good, especially for those in home, commercial or infrastructure. Here are six tips for success within the industry.

Professional negligence is when an industry professional doesn't properly fulfill their duties, leading to damage or harm. Learn how to avoid lawsuits.

A cyber insurance risk assessment finds the systems and assets most at risk of cyberattack. Learn about cyber insurance and how risk assessments work.

You don't need a ton of cash to launch a business. Opportunities abound to become a business owner with less than $500. See business ideas and pro tips.

A key component of an insurance policy is restitution for those who have a claim against you. Here’s how indemnity insurance provides that.

Healthy business debt is often necessary for growth. Learn how to distinguish good and bad business debt and determine a healthy debt amount to carry.

Insurance endorsements are a way to broaden or narrow coverage on an existing insurance policy. Here's how insurance endorsements work for your business.