Susan Bassford Wilson, Author at Shop Owner Magazine
You & The Law: Website Accessibility 101

If you’re not sure if your website is accessible to disabled persons, then now is the time to figure that out.

In Praise Of Training: Why You Need To Spend The Time (And Money) To Train Your Employees

Ensuring that your employees and managers receive training on your policies is just as important as having sound policies in the first place.

Knowing The Laws, Protecting Military Service Members

If you have ever employed or thought about employing a veteran or member of the military, this article is for you. As armed conflicts continue around the world, every employer can expect to encounter employees who have served, are serving or will serve in a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. So it is a good idea to take a few minutes to review the federal laws specifically applicable to these service members.

Tattoos, Piercings And Telecommuting, Oh My!

Wonder how a relaxed dress code, tattoos or telecommuting should work in your office space? Read on!

Employee Handbooks: Providing Clear Expectations Between Employers, Employees

A good employee handbook records the company’s rules and communicates them to your employees in an easy, understandable way. If a handbook is well drafted, it provides helpful information on what’s expected from employees and what they can expect from their employer.

An Introduction To Employment Agreements

Some of the most common questions I hear are, “Can I do that?” “Can I require that behavior?” “Can I make this policy change?” and – most notably – “Can I fire him?” Today, our question is, “Can I ask my employees to sign that?”

Unemployment Benefits: Considerations When Contesting A Claim

If you have ever fired an employee, then I suspect you have gotten a claim for unemployment benefits. And we all know that employers can easily lose an unemployment claim, even when you had a legitimate reason for termination! Whether unemployment claims are the bane of your existence or a routine part of your month, here are a few tips for successfully assessing and handling these claims.

Avoiding Lawsuits: How To Save Your Company Money

While every company would prefer to not get sued, chances are it will happen. So, if you’re interested in learning about some common issues with fairly simple solutions that could save your company thousands (or millions) of dollars if you are sued, please, read on.

Annual Performance Reviews: Yes Or No?

How many of you use annual performance reviews? And how many of you think that there must be a better way to manage your employees? If so, read on.

You And The Law: What To Do When The Government Knocks

Whether the government shows up at your door unexpectedly or sends you a letter, following these tips will help you effectively respond to an agency investigation.

Knowing The Laws Protecting Military Service Members

As armed conflicts continue around the world, every employer can expect to encounter employees who have served, are serving or will serve in a branch of the United States Armed Forces. So it is a good idea to take a few minutes to review the federal laws specifically applicable to these service members.

Monitoring Employees: Staying Within Legal Boundaries

In this article, we are going to discuss the steps you should take to stay within the legal boundaries if you’re checking in on your employees.