Wyoming SBDC Cybersecurity for Small Business Program
Don’t Be Scared: Be Prepared An online scam or attack can shut down your business, lose you customers, and damage your reputation forever. The number two challenge small businesses identify after access to capital is the threat of cyber attacks. No business is...
The New Tipping Culture and the Effects on Consumer Behavior & Business
SUMMARY New tipping culture prompts questions and confusion about gratuity habits Tipping opportunities have increased, but readiness to tip has decreased Inflation and confusion contribute to tipping reluctance Tipping fatigue negatively affects workers who rely on...
The Lander Biz Show: Insights with Brian Le Jambre of Meridian Trust Federal Credit Union
Owen, Charene, and Brian LeJambre In this episode of The Lander Biz Show, listeners are treated to an insightful conversation with Branch Manager Brian LeJambre from Meridian Trust Federal Credit Union. With a rich history spanning generations, Meridian Trust has...
Break the Ice, Break the Stress: Making Remote Meetings Fun
SUMMARY Workers love remote work flexibility, but not virtual meetings Making virtual meetings more enjoyable and engaging increases team connection Better meetings come with embracing fun and humorous ice breakers Bosses who use humor are more likable Know your...
SBDC Biz Tip: Get the Inside Scoop on Small Business Loans
by Jill Kline | Feb 1, 2024 | Biz Tips One of the many services the Wyoming SBDC offers is helping entrepreneurs determine their financial needs for starting or expanding their business. This often results in the business seeking a loan. So, what leads up to...
No More Fridays? The Case for a Four-Day Work Week
SUMMARY The four day work week is a trend that supports that productivity and revenue are possible with a shorter work week Small businesses may experience greater impact because they can integrate changes more swiftly Staff creativity and innovation flourish under...
Beneficial Ownership Reporting Is Here
As the Lander Chamber of Commerce had been anticipating, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s (FinCEN) new rule on Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) has now taken effect as of January 1, 2024. This rule requires corporations, LLCs, or similar entities with...
The Lander Biz Show: Wild Wyoming Wonders: A Conversation with Joy Bannon and the Wyoming Wildlife Federation
Owen, WWF's Joy Bannon, and Charene In this episode of the Lander Biz Show, we take you on a journey through our beloved Wyoming with a focus on the incredible work of the Wyoming Wildlife Federation (WWF). Executive Director Joy Bannon joins us for a heartwarming...
Should You Add ‘Near Me’ to Your Business Name? Get the Lowdown on Google Search Rankings
SUMMARY Adding 'near me' to a business name does not guarantee improved search rankings Google Business Profile is crucial for improving local search rankings Factors like relevance, distance, and prominence influence how businesses rank in local search results...
Beneficial Ownership Is Here: What Small Business Owners Need to Know About the New Reporting Requirements
As the Lander Chamber of Commerce had been anticipating, a new federal rule that was set to go into effect January 1, 2024 has done so, and it requires more than 32 million businesses to report the personal information of business owners to a new federal database. The...