Payroll
Apr 8, 2025
Employee Performance Tracking Spreadsheet for Small Business
Track key performance metrics for a small team, run structured reviews, and make compensation decisions backed by data rather than gut feel.
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Payroll
Mar 31, 2025
Payroll Tax Due Dates: Never Miss a Deadline
Federal and state payroll tax deadlines in one spreadsheet. 941 filings, FUTA, deposit schedules, and W-2 due dates so you never pay a penalty.
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Mar 2, 2025
Payroll Deductions for Small Business Owners: What You're Required to Withhold
Federal and state withholding, FICA taxes, voluntary deductions — what every small business owner needs to know before running payroll for the first time.
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Feb 24, 2025
Contractor vs. Employee: True Cost Comparison
Build a spreadsheet comparing the real cost of a contractor vs. employee. Includes taxes, benefits, and hidden costs — so you know which makes sense.
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Feb 18, 2025
When to Hire Your First Employee: A Small Business Decision Framework
The financial analysis to run before hiring — capacity utilization, contribution margin, and the minimum revenue threshold that makes your first hire viable.
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Jan 28, 2025
Sales Commission Tracking Spreadsheet
Track sales rep performance, calculate commissions accurately, and avoid disputes — a commission spreadsheet that works for tiered structures, draw against commission, and multi-rep teams.
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Jan 15, 2025
Simple Payroll Spreadsheet for 1-5 Employees
Build a payroll spreadsheet that calculates gross pay, withholdings, net pay, and employer taxes for up to 5 employees. No payroll software needed.
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