Shelbie Watts

Shelbie Watts is the Content Marketing Manager for Homebase. She works to provide relevant, informative and engaging material to both local business owners and their employees, and hopes to make work easier one blog at a time.

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11 Effective Small Business Tax Tips for 2023

Keep ahead of the curve with these effective small business tax tips tailored for business owners looking for ways to save money and maximize profits.

The 10 things employees really want from their employer

In a Homebase survey of small business employees, one-third told us they plan to look for a new job. They also shared their top priorities.

Bar Management 101: How to Manage a Bar in 2025

In this guide, we'll help you learn all you need to know about how to manage a bar successfully, from employees to inventory.

Customer Story: Squash Blossom Boutique

See how Squash Blossom Boutique benefits from using Homebase for their scheduling, time tracking, and team communication needs.

What is the Cost of Hiring an Employee in 2025?

Are you thinking of hiring an employee in 2025 and are unsure of the costs that entail? Come on into Homebase and learn about the cost of hiring an employee!

A guide to hiring minors: Working laws, employment permits & penalties

If you are a business owner looking to hire minors for the first time, there are both federal and state laws you need to follow.

What is the Federal Overtime Salary Threshold in 2025?

Curious about the new overtime salary threshold? Here’s an in-depth look at the new overtime rule for 2020, and a few steps on how to adapt.