General Business/Management Strategies Articles

How minimum wage laws work
The Fair Labor Standards Act outlines federal rules for minimum wage and other labor issues. State laws may supercede the act, but the information in the act is something every employer should know. (3/1/2010)

Relaxing the dress code? Try Fridays first
If you’re considering changing your workplace from a traditional business dress code to business casual, it might be wise to try “casual Fridays” first. Whether you call it a pilot program, a gradual transition, or getting your feet wet before you decide whether to take the plunge, a trial run might save you some big headaches. (2/15/2010)

Sense of humor can be an asset ... or not
Leaders in the spotlight have often found a positive, well-developed sense of humor can help further their careers and enable them to be more effective in business situations. But business people should exercise caution by evaluating whether humorous comments are perceived positively or negatively. (2/2/2010)