Smart Tax Moves To Make Right Now

Gene Marks

We're more than mid-way through 2021, and my smartest clients are using this time to strategize how to limit their tax bill and turn those savings into cash for the year. Because hey, it's only like 20-30% of your income, right? So what are they doing? Here are five things that are top of... Continue

Business Management

What is Merchandising and Why Should You Care?

Anne Shaw

Since the time of early general stores, merchandising has been essential in retail. And with the rise of eCommerce, business owners must consider merchandising from multiple angles. But this doesn't mean that traditional in-store merchandising for business is dead. As the pandemic eases,... Continue

Finance

5 Secrets Hidden In Your Financial Statements

Gene Marks

Did you know that within your boring financial statements are five hidden secrets that could have a significant impact on your business? Some of my most successful clients have figured this out. By understanding these things, they're better able to manage their cash flow and interpret... Continue

Managing Employees

Why You Need HR for a Small Business

Dahna M. Chandler

Like most small business owners, you're used to handling all business activities yourself. This includes all HR tasks. In fact, 54% of small businesses handle HR in house. But owners usually give HR work to staff with little practice managing... Continue

Managing Risk

Marketing

Social media marketing is more than just a trendy buzzword phrase, with tools such as Facebook business pages and Facebook Business Manager going a long way toward leveling the playing field for many small businesses. With such tools in hand, there's no better time for small business... Continue