What a difference just a few years, a few weeks, or even a few Tweets can make. Ever since the turn of the century we’ve experienced a rapid boom in technology, the real estate and banking collapse, one of the longest stock market bull runs,...
As a business leader, there are so many aspects that need your attention. So where do you focus your energy? In a new article from Inc. magazine, entrepreneur Martin Zwilling gives tips for becoming an effective and successful business leader. “Move from leading tasks to managing...
As business owners, there are numerous tasks demanding your time and attention. Hopefully you’ve got a great team to help you manage the workload. However, it can be hard for business owners to let go and share the responsibility with anyone else. When you first...
If you travel internationally for business or pleasure, you may already know that magnetic strip credit cards are consider something of an anachronism in many other countries. Offering a magnetic strip card when making a purchase in Europe or Canada frequently requires the business owner...
Many donors who give substantial sums regularly or on occasion often make the same mistake – not having a plan. Donor-advised funds offer a great way to give with a plan. Donor-advised funds are charitable giving vehicles administered by a public charity. They are created to...
Performing due diligence is the cornerstone of any business decision, including who to hire. When hiring an employee or an independent contractor, running a background check – which may include a criminal background check, work and educational history, among other components – can help ensure...
Many small business owners are unable to offer their employees retirement savings plans because they are overwhelmed with concerns regarding current regulatory issues and fiduciary responsibilities. This situation has become more critical in the past decade. The Federal Reserve issued a report last year showing...
