Sales & Labor Costs
How to Calculate Labor Cost: A Complete Guide
By: Sonia Urlando
Labor cost is more than wages. Learn how to calculate total labor cost, labor cost percentage, and what it means for your small business's bottom line.
Sonia Urlando is a Senior Content Strategist at Homebase, where she runs the SEO content program and writes customer stories for small business owners with hourly teams. With over a decade of experience, she's published hundreds of SEO articles and driven 277% organic traffic growth. She's worked directly with small businesses—from building ecommerce sites to serving retail customers—and brings that hands-on understanding to everything she creates.
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Small Business Software
Best Construction Scheduling Software for 2026
By: Sonia Urlando
Find the best construction scheduling software for your team in 2026. Compare top picks for crew scheduling, field planning, and project management.
Small Business Software
Spa Scheduling Software: How to Choose the Best System
By: Sonia Urlando
Spa scheduling software coordinates appointments, providers, and rooms in one place. Learn what to look for and how to choose the right tool for your spa.
Manage a Business
Employee Timesheets: The Small Business Guide to Tracking Hours Right
By: Sonia Urlando
Learn what an employee timesheet should include, why accurate time tracking matters for compliance and payroll, and how to choose the right system.
Manage a Business
Best Construction Timesheet Software in 2026
By: Sonia Urlando
Construction timesheet software helps small contractors track hours, cut payroll errors, and stay compliant. Here's what to look for and how to get started.
Managing a Small Business
32 Types Of Work Schedules Every Small Business Owner Should Know.
By: Sonia Urlando
Types of work schedules: 32 options for small businesses — from 9-to-5 and rotating shifts to flexible and seasonal. Find the right fit for your team.