The quotation that I keep taped to the top of my screen is from Benjamin Franklin: “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” So I’m a big … Read more about Best Business Books of All Time
Living with Murphy’s Law
Murphy’s Law states that “anything that can go wrong will go wrong.” Edward Murphy, who is credited with the phrase, was an aerospace engineer who … Read more about Living with Murphy’s Law
Exit Strategy for Boomers
We can’t live forever, and planning an exit to our businesses is essential … for us, our families, our employees, our co-owners (if any), and our … Read more about Exit Strategy for Boomers
Technology or Talent: Where to Put Your Dollars
The media is flooded with stories on Artificial Intelligence (AI), some with dire predictions that it will soon eliminate a staggering number of jobs. … Read more about Technology or Talent: Where to Put Your Dollars
What’s Your Moon Landing?
On July 20, 1969, the U.S. space program put men on the moon. This was just a little over eight years after Alan Shepard became the first American to … Read more about What’s Your Moon Landing?
Announcing my FREE Webinar – Small Business Bootcamp
I'm excited to be Presenting a FREE, live webinar -- Small Business Bootcamp -- on July 26, at 8pmET! Find all the details here. Please help me by … Read more about Announcing my FREE Webinar – Small Business Bootcamp
10 Summertime Actions for Your Business – Video
Should You Buy Cyber Liability Coverage?
According to a report earlier this year, over three-quarters of data breaches occur at companies with fewer than 100 employees. The average cost of a … Read more about Should You Buy Cyber Liability Coverage?
Entrepreneurs Who Made the Revolution
Long before there were politicians (of any like), there were merchants, lawyers, farmers, and other entrepreneurs who got together in Philadelphia 241 … Read more about Entrepreneurs Who Made the Revolution
10 Summertime Actions for Your Business
Unless your business is season-sensitive (e.g., pool maintenance, lawn services), summertime may be a slow period for your business. Customers and … Read more about 10 Summertime Actions for Your Business
5 Time-Tested Ideas to Run Your Business Better
In the age of AI, technology, social media, and disruption, it’s easy to lose sight of simple, time-tested ways to operate more efficiently and grow … Read more about 5 Time-Tested Ideas to Run Your Business Better
Pets and Your Business Policies
Americans love their pets. It’s been reported that there are about 89.7 million pet dogs and 94.2 million pet cats in the U.S., and that more than 6 … Read more about Pets and Your Business Policies
5 Ways to Hire Your Next Employee
According to NFIB’s May 2017 survey, “hiring plans and job openings accelerate but more small firms say it’s hard to find qualified help.” In the old … Read more about 5 Ways to Hire Your Next Employee
Gearing Up to Open Your Doors
Whether you’re about to start a new business, relocate to new premises, or expand to additional locations, you need to be prepared to let the public … Read more about Gearing Up to Open Your Doors
What Is Wall Street Telling Main Street?
The market has been amazing for more than 8 years (since March 2009): the Dow gained more than 14,000 points and the S&P tripled. That upward … Read more about What Is Wall Street Telling Main Street?
