Employees can sign up to take any 11, which is the typical amount of holiday time in most workplaces. As a result, workers have flexibility and don't have to dip into vacation time for, say, religious holidays. And for you, the employer, the surprising result is that the office stays open more because some employees may work on a particular holiday while others don't. With a little creativity, the holidays can really shine while at work. A study by Inc. found some major downsides to working solo.
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Though there are tax benefits to being self-employed, small businesses often bear an unfair tax burden. Finally, you have to deal with rules and regulations and get licenses. About Steve Strauss Steve Strauss is a nationally recognized lawyer, author and business expert. He received a bachelor's degree from UCLA, a master's from the Claremont Graduate School and a law degree from the McGeorge School of Law.