Managing a Small Business
How Does Tipping Out Work? Complete Guide for Restaurant Owners
By: Kerry McCreadie
Tip pooling vs. tipping out: legal splits, FLSA rules, and a fair formula.
Kerry McCreadie is the Senior Manager of Organic Growth at Homebase, leading SEO and content strategy for small businesses with hourly teams. With over 10 years of experience, Kerry has developed hundreds of templates and resources for business owners. They've run an arts and culture nonprofit for over a decade and operated their own photography business, bringing hands-on small business understanding to everything they create.
Kerry's Articles
Managing a Small Business
Hiring a Family Member: A Guide for Small Businesses in 2025
By: Kerry McCreadie
Hiring a family member? Do it right with this small business guide.
Timesheets & Time Tracking
Cloud-Based Time Tracking: How It Works & How to Choose
By: Kerry McCreadie
Track hours from anywhere, in real time. Find the right system for your team.
Hiring & Onboarding
Fragrance Sales Associate Job Description (Retail Template)
By: Kerry McCreadie
Hire the right fragrance associate with a ready-made job description template.
Managing a Small Business
Small Business IT Support: Choosing the Right Option For Your Business
By: Kerry McCreadie
Not all IT support is equal. Find the right fit before you commit.
Managing a Small Business
Cafe Management: How to Run a Successful Cafe
By: Kerry McCreadie
Cafe margins live or die on labor and waste. How to run both tighter.