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Addressing the Ongoing Struggles of True Small Businesses Post-Pandemic

Nance Schick · Feb 4, 2024 ·

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Many of the small businesses who survived the COVID-19 pandemic are still struggling to get back to their prior levels of success. We are frequently referred to as the backbone of the United States …

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True Costs of the DOL’s Independent Contractor Rule

Nance Schick · Jan 10, 2024 ·

The United States Department of Labor released a final rule outlining the criteria for classifying a worker as an independent contractor. The new rule is effective on March 11, 2024 and addresses six …

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DIY Conflict Resolution: Three Ways to Clear Your Mind

Nance Schick · Jan 4, 2024 ·

Clear your mind. Do it right now. Stop thinking about the pain in your right leg or how uncomfortable you are. Don’t listen to the neighbors’ conversations, the airplane engines, the birds chirping, …

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Navigating Conversations with Salespeople: A Strategic Approach to Wise Decision-Making

Nance Schick · Nov 13, 2023 ·

We've all been there—faced with the enticing allure of a "great opportunity" presented by a charismatic salesperson. The pressure to make a quick decision can be overwhelming. This is the same feeling …

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Elevating Your Business as a Licensed Professional: Lessons from BOOK YOURSELF SOLID by Michael Port

Nance Schick · Aug 28, 2023 ·

As a licensed professional, your dedication to clients is deep, but booking yourself solid so you can continue to serve them long into the future can be more evasive. You can easily forget where you …

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Case Study: Francisco Needed to Resolve Penalties and Get in Compliance

Nance Schick · Jun 14, 2023 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post describes one client's penalty resolution experience. It does not contain legal advice. I am not your attorney, and past performance does not guarantee a similar …

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How to Avoid Worker Misclassification Nightmares

Nance Schick · Mar 23, 2023 ·

DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about worker misclassification. It does not contain legal advice. If you are building your business with independent contractors, we recommend you …

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Limit Your Media Intake, Clear Your Mind

Nance Schick · May 18, 2022 ·

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(Updated from 05/21/2018) I get sucked into the Internet and news abyss, too. A “quick check” for a Facebook status from an ill family member turns into 10 minutes (or more) of watching cats in …

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Six Things You Must Know Before You Hire Your First Workers

Nance Schick · May 16, 2022 ·

DISCLAIMER: This post is a general overview of the potential legal implications of worker misclassification. It does not contain legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your …

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Why You Need to Be Concerned About Worker Misclassification

Nance Schick · May 9, 2022 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This page and website contain attorney advertising and a general overview of worker misclassification. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your unique …

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