In the Den with SIMBA / Andrew Bryan of Washington State Labor & Industries Small Business Office

In this episode of In The Den, we sit down with Andrew Bryan from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Small Business Office to break down one of the most misunderstood resources available to entrepreneurs and small business owners.Whether you’re just starting your business or have been operating for years, chances are you’ve had questions about workers’ compensation, hiring employees, independent contractors, workplace safety, interns, or labor laws. Andrew helps clear up some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding L&I and explains how their Small Business Office is there to educate and support business owners before problems arise.  We also talk about common compliance mistakes, scams that target new business owners, the difference between employees and independent contractors, and why asking questions early can save you time, money, and frustration down the road. Plus, we discuss SIMBA’s partnership with L&I and how organizations like SIMBA help make these resources more accessible to Eastern Washington’s small business community.  If you own a business, plan to hire employees, or simply want to better understand your responsibilities as an employer, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Learn more about Washington State Labor & Industries at lni.wa.govBecome a SIMBA member at spokaneindependent.org/membership