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California Home Health Agency and Owner Settle False Claims Act Allegations Over Improper PPP Loan

Allstar Health Providers Inc., a home health agency based in California, and its owner, Maria Chua, have agreed to pay $399,990 to the United States to settle allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by improperly receiving and retaining more than one Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan prior to December 31, 2020, in violation […]

California Payroll Tax 2023: Here’s What Employers NEED to Know

California has one of the country’s most complicated tax structures—including payroll tax. There are 4 different payroll taxes in the State of California, each with its own rates and calculation methods. Certain payroll taxes are paid by the employer; others are paid by the employee. However, even though you do not directly pay for all […]

Spotify HR chief says remote staff aren’t ‘children,’ resisting RTO mandates

Amid a raft of return-to-office mandates from tech giants, including Amazon and iPhone challenger Nothing, Spotify sees no need to treat its staff like “children” and end its popular work-from-home policy. Spotify went through an overhaul last year, laying off 17% of its staff in December in a move CEO Daniel Ek acknowledged had a […]

How to Have 300% Increase in Sales Connections with Yvonne E.L. Silver » Succeed As Your Own Boss

Melinda F. Emerson, “SmallBizLady” is America’s #1 Small Business Expert. She is an internationally renowned keynote speaker on small business development, social selling, and online marketing strategy. As CEO of Quintessence Group, her Philadelphia-based marketing consulting firm serves Fortune 500 brands that target the small business market. Clients include Amazon, Adobe, Verizon, VISA, Google, FedEx, […]

Michigan Businesses Encouraged to Apply for Employee Training Grant Fund

Small businesses in some parts of Michigan have an opportunity for grant funding that’ll help them get training for their employees. Michigan Works! West Central is now accepting applications for its Going PRO Talent Fund, offering local businesses the opportunity to reimburse training costs for employees. The application window for the semi-annual funding cycle opened […]

How to Get a Nail Tech Certification in 2023: Official Guide

From gel top coats to cuticle pushers, specialized tools are necessary for being a nail technician. Adding complex nail chemicals and figuring out how it all works can be, well, as hard as nails. You’ll have to ask challenging questions, like where to get your nail tech education and whether you need nail technician insurance […]

Rightmove calls for ‘best and final’ offer after rejecting third Murdoch bid of £6.2 billion

British online property website Rightmove on Monday said it had rejected a slightly improved offer from REA Group, an Australian online property business majority-owned by Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp empire. The fourth proposal, made public Friday, was worth £6.2 billion (US$8.3 billion), up from the previous non-binding offer of £6.1 billion — and comes before a […]

How to Leverage AI to Grow Your Business with Joanne Eriaku » Succeed As Your Own Boss

In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Joanne Eriaku, who brings her expertise in AI to the discussion. They explore common misconceptions about AI and its practical applications for small businesses. Joanne outlines steps for implementing AI effectively while emphasizing the importance of data security. The conversation also delves into the challenges, risks, and […]

Finding Your Niche for Career Growth

Whether you’re beginning your professional journey or striving for progression in your field, pinpointing a niche is imperative for career advancement. Doing so can open doors to enhanced opportunities by differentiating yourself from competitors through unique skill sets and expertise. Additionally, it offers direction for personal growth that will aid in maintaining focus and drive […]

Questions To Ask Franchisor: 30 Important Questions You Should Ask Before Investing

Investing in a franchise business can be profitable, but it is crucial to do your due diligence before making any commitments. Asking the franchisor the right questions can help you understand the business model, the support you’ll receive, and the potential risks involved. In this article, we’ll reveal 30 important questions to ask a franchisor […]