The Private Business Owner

An Online Publication by Generational Equity

You are here: Home / Archives for Lindsey Perkins Wade

Planning for the Unexpected: Disaster Preparedness Checklist for Businesses

By

business-disaster-preparedness-plan-checklist

While we can’t predict what disasters or emergencies are looming in the future, business owners can prepare for the unexpected to a certain degree. If company leaders ignore this fact, then failing to plan could be a plan for failure.

Besides minimizing the impact of something like toxic wastewater contamination on your company’s bottom line, having a business disaster or emergency preparedness plan is something business acquirers love to see. Buyers are all about avoiding risk, and planning ahead can decrease some of the risk inherent in each business.

Ready.gov, a website the Federal Emergency Management Agency set up to help business owners prepare for emergencies, has an emergency plan template [PDF] where entrepreneurs can type in the necessary information and print/save.

If you prefer to create a document customized for your company instead of using FEMA’s template, consider addressing the following areas to plan for a natural disaster or an emergency. [Read more…]

Can’t Pay Your New Employees More? Try Offering These Things That Are Just As Important

By

attracting-top-talent-smb

What’s holding your business back from attracting the best and brightest employees? Your mind might turn to money. If your small or medium sized business is not a in a position to offer the highest salaries in your industry, all is not lost. Top talent candidates are after more than money, says a recent report from the National Center for the Middle Market (NCMM). [Read more…]

4 Problems A Family Business Can Avoid

By

family-business-problems

Companies with multiple family members in the ranks face a unique set of problems, since their personal and professionals lives are so entwined. While there are hurdles that can trip up family businesses, the good news is that they can be avoided and, if need be, corrected.

Here are four problems that owners of family companies can avoid to keep their workplace happy and productive.  [Read more…]

Creative Ways To Reward Employees Around the Holidays

By

holiday-gifts-and-perks-for-employeesAround this time of year, employers are always looking for ways to reward their employees and show gratitude for having their team members on staff. We’ve previously examined the only three holiday gifts employees are guaranteed to love – extra money, extra time off, and a personalized note from you.

But execution can be difficult and resources scarce, so what can you do? Here are 5 creative ways to reward employees during this hectic time of year. [Read more…]