Business.gov's Small Biz Briefing, Winter 2010

Small Biz Briefing News & Information from Business.gov
	Volume 1, Issue 2...Winter 2010
Feature Story     Getting Started with Social Media Marketing Success in social media marketing depends on the same sort of planning, understanding of customers and hard work that more traditional marketing channels require. Here are some tips on where to start, and how to succeed. MORE >
Small Business News     Department of Labor Publishes Updated Employment Law Guide The Department of Labor is making it easier for employers to understand and comply with U.S. labor and employment laws. The agency's newly updated Employment Law Guide addresses the new changes in labor policy. MORE > Free Workplace Safety Handbook for Small Business from OSHA The OSHA Small Business Handbook was created to help small business employers understand and follow the requirements established by the OSHA Act of 1970. MORE > 2010 Tax Calendar Available from the IRS The 2010 IRS Tax Calendar for Small Business and Self-Employed  is full of useful tools and information for small business owners. MORE >
Finance & Taxes     Business Insurance Running a small business involves a significant investment. Business insurance protects your investment by minimizing financial risks associated with unexpected events such as a death of a partner, an injured employee, a lawsuit, or a natural disaster.  MORE >
Register, Licenses & Permits           Business Names There is more to naming your business than just coming up with something that sounds good and you happen to like. Thought must be given to state and local requirements for using "assumed" trade names, and making sure you don't infringe upon the rights of someone else's business name. MORE >
Starting a Business         10 Steps to Starting a Business Starting a business involves making key financial decisions and completing a series of legal activities. This guide provides information to help you plan, prepare, and manage your business. MORE >
Top Blog Posts Do You Run A Business Out of Your Home? You May Qualify for Tax Deductions   Getting Your Customers to Pay Up - Part 1 Getting Your Customers to Pay Up - Part 2 Why Your Business Needs an Elevator Pitch     Idea Exchange   Tell Us... How did you finance your business?  MORE >
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