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Buried in Employee Records?
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Spring is right around the corner - the perfect time to refresh, reboot and get rid of anything that is bogging you down. How about your employee paperwork? Are all those dog-eared files and folders taking over your space...and your patience?

It doesn't have to be like that! Here are some guidelines for organizing and purging your employee records legally and safely:

1. Build a better foundation
2. Ditch it as soon as the law allows
3. Destroy files thoroughly and properly
4. Make time to save time
5. Simplify HR by going digital

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Join Us: Resources Connection Open House
 April 10th, 2018


Please join us to learn more about the numerous resources our area has to offer for local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and 
potential entrepreneurs.

This event will provide you with a wide range of information, anywhere from technical assistance to financial education. 


Where: Fortune Bay Resort and Casino

Time: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm 

Cost: Offered at No Cost
SEO on a Tight Budget


Every business should be implementing SEO strategies in order to improve their website's search engine rankings. But unfortunately, there are a lot of marketers and small-business owners who are not. Not every business will have the budget to spend thousands every month on an SEO campaign, there are some simple things that you can do to get the most search traffic possible on a tight budget.

1. Google My Business
2. Target long-tail keywords
3. Incorporate keywords in key spots
4. Write fresh content
5. Get some links

This Week's IRS Tip

Claiming Business Expenses

Business expenses are usually deductible if a business operates to make a profit. Publication 535 discusses common expenses, explains what is and is not deductible, and the general rules for claiming business expenses.

Upcoming Workshops
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Accounting for Your Business
3/13/18 | 9am-4pm

4/11/18 | 9am-12pm

For Beginners
4/18/18 | 9am-12pm

Working with "IF" Statements
4/18/18 | 1pm-4pm

Creating/Using Macros & Functions
4/19/18 | 9am-12pm

Next Level Data Using Visulatization & Infographics
4/19/18 | 1pm-4pm

DIY Marketing
5/2/18 | 9am-12pm

Customizing Your Presentation
5/10/18 | 1pm-4pm



Register today for the Regional Economic Indicators Forum

4/03/2018 
7:00am-9:30am

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