Hey there! I’m Katy Murray, an entrepreneur and Human Resources professional, and I’m incredibly passionate about both. I absolutely love how much these two areas overlap, and I’m always finding ways to pull tricks from one and apply them to the other. Whether you’re a one-person operation or managing a small team, I can’t stress enough how crucial it is to document your HR processes for long-term success.

When most people think of Human Resources (HR), they picture big companies with hundreds of employees and complex departments. But honestly, HR is just as vital for us small business owners. Whether you have one employee or ten, documenting your HR processes is key to staying compliant, protecting your business, and creating a healthy work culture. I’m excited to share some practical tips and easy steps to help you start documenting like a pro, no matter the size of your business!

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As an online entrepreneur or small business owner, handling your finances can be a complex task. One crucial aspect of financial management is ensuring that you correctly prepare and distribute 1099 forms to your contractors. A lot of new business owners get blindsided on this one!

In this blog post, we'll delve into what 1099s are, who should receive them, the different types of 1099 forms, the deadlines you need to meet, and the tools that can help you efficiently manage this process.

What Are Contractors?

Before we dive into 1099s, let's define contractors. Contractors are individuals or entities that you hire to perform specific services or tasks for your business. Unlike employees, contractors are not on your company's payroll, and you typically don't withhold taxes from their payments. Instead, they are responsible for handling their own tax obligations. Head over to this blog post where I discuss in more detail Employees vs. Contractor (one of our most asked questions!).

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