Budtenders can have an enormous impact on the success or failure of your dispensary - learn 8 training methods that will lead to success.
If you are a dispensary owner, employee background checks are essential. Use this guide to find some valuable tips to properly conduct a background check.
If you have ever pondered opening a dispensary. Here's how to open a dispensary in Canada, one of the fastest-growing cannabis markets on the planet.
Keeping track of cannabis taxes is challenging, especially because they vary depending on where you live. This article will show you how these taxes work.
Are you looking to enter the cannabis industry? Then this guide is for you! We’ll cover 20 unique cannabis industry jobs you might not have considered.
Nowadays, online networking in the cannabis industry is easier thanks to a plethora of cannabis business social networks. Here are the top 10 to check out.
Are you looking to open a dispensary in Colorado in 2022? Are you curious about what to do before you open your dispensary doors? This article is for you!
There is talk that New Mexico could be the next big cannabis hot spot. Learn how you can open a dispensary in New Mexico in this helpful article.
Dispensary payroll is an important part of the cannabis industry, it can help your company stay compliant and secure, and we've got five ways it can help.
These eight critical tips for cannabis business owners will help avoid dispensary fines and lawsuits in the United States.
As more dispensaries open up and cannabis job market grows, employee retention is becoming competitive. Instant Pay might be what Dispensary owners are seeking.
Instant Pay should be considered a dispensary essential, not a fancy add-on. Learn 5 reasons why your dispensary should consider Instant Pay.
To run a successful cannabis business, one must hire a motivated and reliable dispensary dream team. Here are a few suggestions for finding the best budtenders.
Are you looking for advice on managing people at your multi-location dispensary? These five tips will help you stay organized to focus on what matters most.
Running a cannabis dispensary faces unique hurdles. Learn the top 11 challenges all dispensary owners are likely to face and how to overcome them.
Do you want to know how to open a dispensary in Illinois? This article will go into the details of the requirements, application process, startup costs and more
Finding and hiring great budtenders starts with defining expectations. The best way to do this is with a budtender job description. Here's what to include
Find out how these intelligent dispensary owners figured out the secret behind saving over 120 hours each year with this simple tool.
As cannabis industry and budtender opportunities grow, dispensary owners must understand what budtender licenses and certifications are required to avoid fines
Budtenders are essential to the success of your dispensary, but high turnover rates are a challenge for dispensary owners. Learn how to keep great budtenders.
Want to hire, grow and succeed? Increasing dispensary profits is the vehicle to get you there - learn how to lower costs and raise profits with these 8 tips.
420 may be the biggest week for cannabis sales, but did you know that you can leverage this boom to help you optimize sales year-round? This is why.
Learn the top 10 things you should have locked in from software to sales if you want to cash in on the hottest week of the year.
420 is the most popular holiday recognized by the cannabis industry. Prepare your cannabis dispensary for the surge of 420 sales with these top 10 tips!
This American dispensary saves over $5,500 per year and 30 hours per week by leveraging the power of cannatech. Learn how they did it and how you could too!
We chatted with an award-winning budtender to hear his take on how to increase dispensary sales during the busiest week of the year, 420. Here are his top tips.
How to organize your business to succeed within Ontario’s competitive cannabis retail store ecosystem. 3 Keys to success from a retail cannabis strategist!
Before you open a dispensary in California there are a few things important things to consider, are you ready? Read on to find out.
What exactly is seed-to-sale software, and why is it important to your cannabusiness? We cover that and more in this article.
Legislation impacting the cannabis industry is ever-evolving. Read the latest information in the PACT Act 2022 updates dispensary owners should know.
The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving, and although no one can predict what will happen next, these industry experts share their educated guesses.
It’s no secret the cannabis industry is becoming increasingly more popular. Learn how to get started and stay competitive in such a booming industry.
What happens when an emerging and freshly legal industry meets the challenges of navigating a workforce? There's a reason why dispensary HR is such a hot topic.
With the new year approaching, it’s time to look at Our Top 12 Predictions for the Cannabis Industry in 2022 to see what we have to look forward to.
The holiday season is upon us, and that brings an influx of customers buying gifts. Learn 10 tips to boost holiday sales at your dispensary this year!
Big things are on the horizon for cannabis, and in 2021 we have seen big shifts when it comes to the top takeaways in the cannabis industry.
Meet the husband and wife team who built one of Ontario's most successful cannabis dispensaries from the ground up. And learn how they did it.
It's here! The top 21 cannabis trends of 2021. We'll cover everything from the evolution of the cannabis industry to the biggest trends you won't believe.
Choosing the best HR software for your dispensary is important in the cannabis space, the right choice will keep you compliant, saves you time and money.
Recently we sat down with cannabis technology expert Trevor from Onsharp as he shared his expert opinion on how dispensary owners leverage technology to succeed
We attended MJBizCon 2021, the award-winning conference and largest cannabis industry trade show in the world. We learned a lot from experts in the space.
In cannabis, you need to create and follow strict accounting protocols to avoid fines. We sat down with a professional cannabis accountant to find out.
In our last article, we shared insights on what things to consider when developing your brand, here’s the best dispensary branding strategy with this guide.
Need help developing your dispensary branding? Find out all there is to know about the best dispensary branding strategy with this in-depth guide.
A huge part of marketing your dispensary is increasing your store's traffic. We did some research and 4 great tips to get people inside, and buying!
Where did the term dispensary come from, where was the first dispensary, and what does the future hold? All this and more.
If you reside in Ontario and want to hop on the cannabis train, learning how to get a dispensary license in Ontario should be your top of your list!
While navigating how to open a dispensary, the time will come to do just that! What better way to launch with a bang than with a flashy grand opening?
If you own or operate a dispensary this article is for you. Creating and adhering to dispensary standard operating procedures is crucial to your store's success
How much does a dispensary owner make? Many entrepreneurs have opening a dispensary on their minds in response to the cannabis industry boom.
A key factor when navigating how to open a dispensary is understanding what software and dispensary technology you need to purchase. Here's the guide!
What is Metrc, and why should you care? Metrc was designed to keep track of cannabis cultivation, preparation, and packaging. Here's how it works!
If you want to run a compliant dispensary operation, Oklahoma marijuana laws should be your number one priority. We broke it down into 13 key rules to follow.
As the medical marijuana sector in Oklahoma expands to new heights, the Oklahoma marijuana laws guiding citizens with a dispensary license continue to evolve.
Building a strong dispensary team is a key factor in your business's success. These are the 8 core roles you will need to fill to grow sustainably and smoothly.
When exploring how to open a dispensary, you need to draw up a well-researched budget and a feasible financing plan if you want to have a successful launch.
Hiring new employees for your dispensary can seem like an uphill task. These six tools will save you time and resources when finding your next hire.
If you are wondering how to open a dispensary, then a business plan is the most important document to create before officially opening your cannabis dispensary.
The cannabis industry continues to face challenging regulations when it comes to dispensary payroll, but these 5 companies have stepped up to serve the market.
With KayaPush dispensary management software you get dispensary payroll, HR, scheduling, time clock, integrations with leading compliant POS systems, and more!
The medical cannabis industry is highly regulated—moreover, marijuana laws are not universal. Each state has its laws and regulations regarding cannabis sale.
Conducting strategic job interviews is an essential skill. We recommend you ask these 8 types of questions to any candidate who applies for the budtender job.
Often overlooked, mental health awareness is crucial in maintaining a secure and efficient workplace. But how can employers can better support their teams?
How much does it cost to open a dispensary anyway? With the cannabis industry projected to hit $24 billion this year it might be time to get into the game.
Understanding Federal, Regional, Government, or State holidays in the USA, and what you need to know about holiday rules and holiday pay for your employees.
Using an integrated dispensary software system will save you time and money. It's a great way to manage your sales, scheduling, time attendance, and payroll.
If you own a business, you need to consider using an automated payroll software system. Manual calculations take up precious time and could get you in trouble.
When looking for dispensary payroll software there is a lot to consider. Looking for these 4 things will help you get the most out of your payroll software.
Cannabis marketing involves the efforts that different entities make to promote the awareness and sales of cannabis and its derivatives. These 7 strategies work
An ROE, record of employment, is the important employee document employers use to ensure their employees can receive insurable earnings should they stop working
A payroll remittance is essentially the act of giving or "remitting" mandatory payroll deductions to the CRA or Canadian Revenue Agency.
The terms exempt vs non-exempt employee exist a classification to define the compensation structure and overtime payment eligibility of an employee.
Any business in Canada, including dispensaries, need to manage payroll deductions to cover payment of taxes, garnishments, or benefits.
How can you ensure that your cannabis retail store will succeed during COVID-19? We created a helpful list, of 7 ways to survive.
The terms HRIS, HRMS, and HCM are at times used interchangeably, these are the key differences between each of these HR solutions' features and functionalities.
How to find great talent for your cannabis retail store? Hiring budtenders and managers is arguably one of the most important steps in the process of hiring.
It’s that time of year again; it’s 2021 tax season! Technology has evolved since manual calculations and abacuses, but are you using it to your advantage?
Reports are valuable pieces of information that allow you to look at your business collectively, without bias. They're tools that help you optimize your savings
Using an integrated dispensary software system could save you a lot of time and money. Here are 5 ways an integrated POS and scheduling solution
If you run a cannabis dispensary, and you want to save money when scheduling your staff, this is the article for you! We put together the top 8 scheduling tips.
2022 Canadian Statutory holiday pay calculations and date tracking can be tricky, specially when it varies by province. Don't worry we have you covered.
Onboarding a new budtender? Then a budtender training manual is a must! Training manuals are linked to higher sales and retention. Here is what to include
If you are a dispensary owner in California, understanding California labor laws is a key to your success. Here are 10 steps to make sure you are compliant.
First impressions are priceless, that is why a smooth onboarding process makes a difference when it comes to employee retention. Are you onboarding correctly?
Engaged employees are happy employees, and happy employees are committed to your business. Keep your team, and keep them happy, with these 11 tips.
Ontario statutory holiday rules can be complicated, especially since they recently changed. Learn how to pay your cannabis dispensary employees.
Are you curious about what to pay your employees for Manitoba's 2022 Statutory Holiday? Here is how to tackle employee payroll during stat holidays.
Learn the Saskatchewan Statutory Holidays in 2022, and what to pay your dispensary employees. In Saskatchewan, everyone is eligible for general holiday pay!
Alberta has 9 statutory holidays. Learn about when the holidays are and how to properly pay your dispensary staff.
It is very common that employees make mistakes while clocking into work - that is why integrated time tracking technology into your business is a game-changer.
If you run a cannabis dispensary in BC, Learn what are the British Columbia statutory holidays in 2022, and how to pay your dispensary employees.
Payroll automation is one of the best ways business owner can save time and money. Say goodbye to manual data transfers, calculations, and other tedious tasks.