Entrepreneurship has been sadly lethargic over the last decade or so. The rate of startups has been disappointing (it’s about half of what it was … Read more about State of Entrepreneurship
Cybersecurity Tips for You and Your Business
I recently received an email from someone I knew, and the email address was his. The mail included an “open document” link to DocuSign, a highly … Read more about Cybersecurity Tips for You and Your Business
The Other Audits for Employers
We all know about dreaded IRS audits, which disrupt business and cost money in professional fees even if there’s no change in returns under … Read more about The Other Audits for Employers
To Hire or Not to Hire: That Is the Question
The job market is heating up and according to a recent NFIB report, there was a 15% uptick in the number of small businesses that planned to increase … Read more about To Hire or Not to Hire: That Is the Question
Holiday Giving at Work
The old expression “I gave at the office” is something to consider at this time of the year. Owners are thinking about what to give to employees, … Read more about Holiday Giving at Work
Gratitude on this Thanksgiving
Gratitude is defined as “the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.” There’s been research showing … Read more about Gratitude on this Thanksgiving
Wellness Programs for Your Small Business
The Kaiser Family Foundation reported that 83% of large employers (200 or more employees) offered wellness programs and that 46% of small businesses … Read more about Wellness Programs for Your Small Business
Impressions of China: A Business Perspective
A recent 12-day vacation in China gave me some insight into what’s going on there. The Great Wall was truly great. And the break from my work … Read more about Impressions of China: A Business Perspective
What to Do about Drugs in the Workplace
The numbers aren’t good. The number of employees testing positive last year has increased steadily over the last 3 years, and is up to a 10-year high, … Read more about What to Do about Drugs in the Workplace
Mentoring for Entrepreneurs
It’s a fact that having a mentor increases your chances for success. According to one survey a few years ago, 70% of small businesses that received … Read more about Mentoring for Entrepreneurs
Successful Online Selling for the Holidays
The Rubicon Project reports* that buying continues to shift toward online and mobile venues, and that 22% of consumers won’t be making any in-store … Read more about Successful Online Selling for the Holidays
Chase for Business Miami Conference: Coming Up!
Heads up! On Thursday, Oct. 6, I’m attending the Chase for Business Miami Conference to help small businesses learn about leadership, growth, and … Read more about Chase for Business Miami Conference: Coming Up!
Financial Wellness Strategies for Your Workplace
When it comes to financial matters — handling debt, saving for a home, saving for retirement, etc. — most employees are clueless. One report found … Read more about Financial Wellness Strategies for Your Workplace
What Do Tax Stats Tell Us about Small Business?
The IRS released statistics on 2014 income tax returns filed by individuals. It includes income and losses reported by sole proprietors on Schedule … Read more about What Do Tax Stats Tell Us about Small Business?
10 Best Practices to Grow Your Business
How do you take your company to the next level? Obviously you need a vision of where you want to take your business. To get there, … Read more about 10 Best Practices to Grow Your Business
