“I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” - Jimmy Dean. No one knows how the economy … Read more about Preparing for Economic Changes: Staying Alert
10 New Year’s Resolutions
While few keep them, it doesn’t stop us from making them every year. Here are my 10 favorites for business owners. (This is an expanded version of an … Read more about 10 New Year’s Resolutions
J.K. Lasser’s Guide to Self-Employment Second Edition
The number of self-employed individuals is growing substantially. FreshBooks’ Women in the Independent Workforce, 2nd annual report says that … Read more about J.K. Lasser’s Guide to Self-Employment Second Edition
4 Ways Employers Can Be More Socially Responsible
How important is it for a company to be socially responsible? Very important. It’s been shown that corporate social responsibility (CSR) increases … Read more about 4 Ways Employers Can Be More Socially Responsible
Get Ready for Federal, State, and Local Changes in 2020
To paraphrase Bob Dylan, the rules are a-changin’ and businesses should prepare for new government rules and regulations. Here are some things to look … Read more about Get Ready for Federal, State, and Local Changes in 2020
Developing Leadership Qualities: Optimism
Over the past year, we’ve focused on various leadership qualities, including taking responsibility, exercising patience, and having grit. This blog is … Read more about Developing Leadership Qualities: Optimism
When, Why, and How to Hold Your Annual Board Meeting
Annual board meeting requirement One of the requirements for corporations in most states is to have an annual board meeting. Typically, these are … Read more about When, Why, and How to Hold Your Annual Board Meeting
J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2020
The 2020 Edition Book Review For more than 25 years, I’m proud to say my tax book for small businesses has been the go-to guide for owners and their … Read more about J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2020
Self-Audit Your 401(k) Plan
If you have a 401(k) plan, even one covering only you (“self-only 401k”), be sure that you are operating in accordance with government rules. The … Read more about Self-Audit Your 401(k) Plan
Thanksgiving 2019: What Are You Grateful for?
National Holiday of Thanksgiving In the midst of the Civil War in 1863, by proclamation President Lincoln scheduled a national holiday of … Read more about Thanksgiving 2019: What Are You Grateful for?
Developing Leadership Qualities: Taking Responsibility
President Harry Truman summed up leadership with his deck sign that said: “The Buck Stops Here.” As the leader of the country, he knew he had to … Read more about Developing Leadership Qualities: Taking Responsibility
Lining Up Your Employee Benefits Program for 2020
Now is the time to make your employee benefits plans for the coming year. What you offer depends on what your company can afford, so check your … Read more about Lining Up Your Employee Benefits Program for 2020
What You’ll Want to Know About Gen Z
Those born between 1995 and 2009 (depending on the source) are referred to as Gen Z (Generation Z) and some of them are now becoming part of the job … Read more about What You’ll Want to Know About Gen Z
Estate Tax Planning for Business Owners
The value of an ownership interest in a business may be worth a lot by the time an owner dies. For heirs, whether this interest is diminished by … Read more about Estate Tax Planning for Business Owners
Savvy Strategies for Online Advertising
According to the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council’s The Digital Boost to Startups and Small Businesses: Online Advertising Delivers BIG … Read more about Savvy Strategies for Online Advertising
