Business Law

Keep your organization on the right side of the law with expert advice on all aspects of business law. Topics covered include: arbitration, mediation, liability insurance, intellectual property (patents, copyrights, trademarks), binding arbitration, domain names registration, buying domain names, mediation services, avoiding bankruptcy, real estate law, product liability and business incorporation (business partnerships, sole proprietorships, S corporations, LLCs and C corporations).

Career Management

The right career advancement tips can heighten your chances of winning that coveted promotion, getting a raise or changing career paths. Topics covered include: negotiating salaries, networking groups, business letter writing, time management, career change advice, dressing for success, task management, email etiquette and writing a business plan. Find information on networking support, salary surveys, professional certification and professional associations.

Employment Law

Employers must comply with various state and federal laws that deal with all aspects of the employee/employer relationship. Topics covered include: hiring, terminations/layoffs, ERISA/benefits, immigration, COBRA, the minimum wage, military leave/USERRA, background checks, unions, discrimination, disability law, the FMLA and state workers’ compensation laws. Find legally smart strategies and employment law advice to keep you out of court.

Finance and Accounting

Every major decision a business makes must take into account the big-picture role that finance plays. Read advice on everything from keeping the books to raising money for your business to managing your credit and cash flow. Topics covered include: accounting help, inventory, balance sheets, capital investment, office audits, payroll taxes and payroll accounting, budgeting software, payroll software, accounting service and payroll outsourcing.

Human Resources

Stay current on critical issues affecting human resources professionals and employees. Topics covered include: hiring, firing, retirement plans, HR metrics, recruiting, testing, background checks, retention, safety/health policies, recognition & rewards programs, management training, interviewing, firing procedures and insurance coverage.

Leadership Skills

Hone your ability to influence employees and business partners toward a common goal. Topics covered include: strategic business planning, team building, mentoring programs, ethical decision making, the employee performance appraisal, the decision making model, leadership development, corporate team building activities, executive problem solving and other leadership skills.

Marketing

Grow your business by developing a marketing plan best suited to your company’s products or services, and learning the latest marketing trends and advice. Topics covered include: brand marketing, CRM, marketing management, direct marketing, marketing list management, marketing resource management software, marketing consulting firms, niche marketing and small business marketing.

Office Communication

Communication management is essential to running a successful business operation and improving staff productivity and morale. Topics covered include: counseling skills, successful meetings, conflict management, business writing & grammar, communication styles, business etiquette and protocol, listening skills, team meetings, business negotiation and how to deal with difficult people.

Office Management

Keep office operations running smoothly with these practical tips for office managers, administrative professionals and HR professionals. Topics covered include: purchasing, file management, temporary files, meeting event planning, business air travel, business contents insurance, conference event planning, off-site storage facility, shipping methods, organizing a business office and making yours a “green office.”

Office Technology

Office technology tips can help employees and organizations streamline their computer usage, become more productive and cut costs. Topics covered include: tips on optimizing your use of PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, Internet security, Outlook web access, website templates, Internet marketing, video conferencing and podcasts.

People Management

Supervisors can boost employee productivity and performance by improving their interpersonal communication with their employees. Topics covered include: motivating employees, coaching, developing teamwork, conducting performance reviews, negotiating salary and improving other communication skills. You’ll also find advice on project management, presentations, capital budgeting, handling personnel records and avoiding personal liability as a supervisor.

Personal Finance

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Sales Management

The successful sales manager knows that having a good product or service to sell is only half the battle. The other half is knowing which field-tested sales tips will generate more sales leads, boost orders and win loyal customers. Topics covered include: how to close the sale, solution selling, successful sales calls, customer service, business trade shows, sales software (such as ACT sales software), prospecting letters, business prospecting, the sales manager résumé and recruiting top-notch sales reps.

Small Business Tax

Savvy small businesses take a proactive approach to seizing all the business tax credits and deductions they’re legally entitled to under current tax law. Don’t add to your tax bill by overlooking crucial write-offs or stumbling over IRS penalties. Topics covered include: donations, home offices, depreciation expense, employment taxes, business gifts, family business, business expenses, vehicle leasing and buy-sell agreements. Learn about key tax rulings and IRS regulations that affect small business tax issues.

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The Next Level

Case in Point	Your Office Coach
HR Forum	Admin Forum
The Next Level