Business

A federal shutdown doesn’t just hit Washington — it ripples through the entire economy. Here’s how business owners and HR leaders can stabilize cash flow, preserve benefits, and support employees when government contracts pause and uncertainty sets in.

Henry Ford doubled wages in 1914 to keep workers loyal and productive. Business owners today can apply the same lesson: invest in your people, and they’ll invest in your business. Benton Oakfield helps companies turn benefits into retention tools.

2020 tested every business, but hardship breeds growth. Like a lobster shedding its shell, now’s the time to adapt, rebuild, and thrive. Here’s how 2021 can be your turning point.

Keep your culture alive while working remotely. From over-communication to virtual games and employee wellness, here are five strategies to maintain morale, engagement, and shared purpose—no ping pong table required.

Government relief programs have been a lifeline for many small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Between federal stimulus packages, state programs, and local initiatives, billions of dollars in grants and loans have been made available. But as with anything involving Congress, agencies, and paperwork, there are hidden pitfalls and rules

Business owners often leave reserves sitting idle. Financial advisor Ryan Ackerhalt shares how to take small, strategic steps to preserve and grow capital—without taking on unnecessary risk.