Small business

Explore research, articles and advice for successfully launching and managing a small business. Find the latest insights below.

How to do accounting for a small business—even if you’re not an accountant Small business accounting gets easier with the right team, tools and processes. See practical tips for bookkeeping, delegation and smart hiring. ROBERT HALF 2026-07-22T14:02:00.000-04:00 Management tips

AI adoption in finance and accounting: Benefits, challenges and best practices AI tools can help teams work more efficiently and deliver more value—but those gains aren’t always automatic. Learn about the importance of taking a structured approach to AI adoption in this article from Robert Half’s Steve Saah. Steve Saah 2026-06-29T09:03:00.000-07:00 Management tips

May 2026 Labor Market Update: What employers and job seekers should know Job growth in May was stronger than expected, but many companies still face challenges recruiting talent. One factor is AI, which is changing the hiring process and the nature of work. Read on for tips employers and candidates can use to navigate the labor market in the AI era. ROBERT HALF 2026-06-16T12:25:00.000-04:00 Research and insights

April 2026 Labor Market Update: What employers and job seekers should know Labor market trends suggest hiring is picking up in many industries as more employers, including SMBs, look to staff critical roles and keep priority projects moving forward. Read on to find out more. ROBERT HALF 2026-05-18T13:10:00.000-04:00 Research and insights

The best employee training and development options for small businesses Explore top training and development options for small businesses that boost skills and retention. Discover the pros and cons of in-house training, AI tools, e-learning and more. ROBERT HALF 2026-05-15T13:19:00.000-07:00 Management tips

How small businesses can prepare for leadership turnover amid the Great Retirement Boom As the Great Retirement Boom reshapes the workforce, small businesses must be proactive in planning for leadership transitions. In this article, thought leaders Tami Ballis and Leigh Chaban share insights to help companies navigate succession planning and build a strong leadership pipeline. ROBERT HALF 2026-05-06T10:43:00.000-07:00 Research and insights

Small business recruiting: 7 strategies to compete for top talent Competing for talent against bigger companies? These small business recruiting strategies cover pay, perks and more to help you hire the people you need. ROBERT HALF 2026-05-01T13:11:00.000-07:00 Management tips