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How Working Capital can Help Small Businesses Cover Immediate Costs
Companies of all sizes, across most industries, are experiencing financial hardship as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. With businesses mandated to pause or restructure, owners are facing layoffs, reduced (or depleted) revenue, and potential closure. During this downtime, it’s critical for business owners to make financial viability a top priority so they can position themselves […]
The Shifting Future of Banking
In this digital age of speed and convenience, bank branches remain valuable to customers. The number of U.S. bank branches has shrunk by more than 3,000 since 2010, yet most customers still regularly rely on physical banks to make deposits, withdraw money, and even pay bills. Branches also provide easy access to banking services, which is
Here are some recent tweets that came across the @cnybj Twitter feed, offering small business, COVID-19, HR, and career tips. IRS Small Biz @IRSsmallbizAre you concerned about your staff? The new #IRS employee retention credit can help qualified tax-exempt organizations keep employees on their payroll. See if you qualify: https://go.usa.gov/xvYqa #COVIDreliefIRS Small Business Expo @SmallBizExpo5
DOL issues temporary regulations on Families First Coronavirus Response Act
On April 1, 2020, the Department of Labor (DOL) published the first regulations on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). As a reminder, the FFRCA became effective on April 1 as well, and provides for emergency family and medical leave (EFMLA) and emergency paid sick leave (EPSL). Both laws apply to private employers with
12-Step Pre-Recovery Checklist for CEOs
When we begin to see a turn in the COVID-19 pandemic, the most important responsibility for business leaders will be to prepare a game plan toward a full recovery. We’re going to need to quickly but rigorously assess our current relevance to our customers, understand the competitive exposures, and re-tool our offerings and go-to-market strategies
Here are some recent tweets that came across the @cnybj Twitter feed, offering small business, tax, COVID-19, and HR tips. GSA @USGSAAttention #SmallBusiness! GSA is accelerating payments to government small business contractors and subcontractors, with a goal of 15 days after receipt of a proper invoice. Read more: http://go.usa.gov/xvB6J SBA @SBAgovTHIS SUMMER: Changes are coming
You’re Not Alone: Resources and Support Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
In these uncertain times, you can rely on Excellus BlueCross BlueShield to respond to the needs and concerns of the local community, just as we
Some recent tweets that came across the @cnybj Twitter feed, offering various small business, COVID-19, and HR tips. Jovita Carranza, SBA @SBAJovitaThrough the #PaycheckProtectionProgram, community banks and local lenders are stepping up to provide relief for small businesses across the country. Find out how you can participate in the program and keep workers on your
How to Take Fear Out of the Workplace During COVID-19
Fear. Uncertainty. A growing sense of panic every time [government eaders deliver a briefing] about the far-reaching effects of the coronavirus. Chatter around the workplace these days is filled with questions like: Will I get sick? Will I have a job tomorrow? Can I afford to pay my rent? What can you do when you’re facing fear
Farm to Fork 101: Reconnecting the Farmer & the Consumer
Mark Pawliw lived the food and restaurant lifestyle through his 25-plus years of experience in the industry, but he realized that something was missing. What was lacking was a connection to the producers, growers, and chefs that bring the food to your plates, the drink to your glasses, and the art of cooking that ties
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