SOCA News

Across all industries and services, prices are rapidly rising. The shipping industry is no exception. 

The holiday season is upon us and for small businesses that means an increase in sales, special promotions, and increased foot traffic.  

The right payment processing solution can help your business thrive, but the wrong one can be a setback. Worse, it could cause your small business to lose out on key sales. 

Everybody wants a strong local economy. One of the best ways to ensure your community’s economy grows in strength and remains strong all year round is to shop local during the holidays. 

However, shopping locally is easier said than done.  

Christmas, New Year's, Hannukah, and more, the end of December to early January is a time of festivities, merriment, and, of course, delicious treats.  

However, for those trying to stick to a healthy diet and exercise routine, the holidays can represent a massive hurdle.  

One of the major responsibilities that business owners often try to handle themselves is the role of human resources (or HR) professional.  

HR requires a great deal of expertise and for business owners who do not have a background in HR, trying to handle these duties themselves can cause more harm than good. 

For many of us, mental health is a challenge 24/7/365.  

There are no days off from mental health conditions or adversity, and when our family, friends, and peers may be at their highest, people suffering from mental health conditions may be at their lowest.  

As a small business owner, you will do whatever it takes to cut your expenses.  

However, you never want to cut expenses that have an attractive return on investment or make it easier to recruit high-quality employees. 

On Wednesday, October 19, 2022, SOCA held our annual SOCA meeting at the Mandalay Banquet Center in Dayton, Ohio. 

The event's goal was to provide updates to SOCA Chambers throughout Ohio. Updates included benefit provider updates, new board members, membership updates, annual reports, and networking opportunities. 

Each year, employees have the option to change their medical coverage during a period called “open enrollment.” 

Sustainable energy solutions are one of the most important considerations for both businesses and homes.