Jamie Johnson

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About Jamie

Jamie Johnson is a Kansas City-based freelance writer who specializes in writing about small business and finance. In additional to writing for CO, she currently writes for clients like Business.com, Quicken Loans, and Business Insider.

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RUN » FINANCE

How W-2 Employees Are Taxed Differently Than 1099 Contractors

Misclassifying W-2 employees as 1099 contractors has severe penalties. Learn the biggest difference between the two types of workers.

START » STRATEGY

How to Bid on a Government Contract

Follow these steps to get your NAICS code and become eligible to bid on federal government contracts.

GROW » MARKETING

What's the Difference Between PR and Marketing?

Public relations and marketing have similar tactics but focus on different goals. Here’s why both are crucial for your company.

RUN » BUSINESS FINANCING

How to Get Funding for Your Inventions

Are you ready to get paid for invention ideas or bring your design to market? Explore key considerations and seven financing methods.

Defining Roles and Responsibilities in a Family Business

It takes many different roles and responsibilities to run a successful business. Learn how to define these roles in your organization.

START » STRATEGY

How to Structure a Family Business

Choosing the right ownership structure and governance system can protect the longevity of your company.

RUN » HUMAN RESOURCES

How to Determine Employee Pay

The job requirements and an employee's background and experience determine the salary you pay them.

Back-to-School Marketing Ideas for Small Businesses

Boost your sales and revenue with these A+ marketing tactics.

START » STARTUP

How to Get a Federal Employer Identification Number

A FEIN is a nine-digit number provided by the IRS that identifies businesses for tax purposes.

START » STARTUP

How to Choose a Legal Entity for Your Business

Learn the different types of legal entities and how to choose the best one for your startup.