There has been no shortage of controversy around the Affordable Care Act, especially for small business owners. The debate of whether or not the health care requirements will boost or…
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A SWOT analysis can be beneficial for any existing business, but especially for new or not-yet-off-the-ground upstarts. For the uninitiated, it stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. The concept…
Emily Post, the early 20th century maven of manners, decided a long time ago that it was poor form to discuss religion or politics in most social situations. Some CEOs…
In business today, establishing and maintaining a strong social media presence is relatively high on the marketing to-do list. Customers expect to see you on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and…
I’m a firm believer in the power of mentorship as you build a business. There simply is no substitute for the ability to kick around possible strategic directions, operational tactics…
Whether you’re working out of your parent’s basement or propping your feet up on the top floor of a high-rise, running a business is hard work. You’re going to have…
When is the last time you went on vacation? Earlier this summer? Earlier this year? Now, when is the last time you went on a real vacation – no phone,…
Being a CEO has its perks, but there are also responsibilities that aren’t so much fun. Dealing with office conflicts is one of them. And if you run the business,…
Love it or hate it, social media is here to stay. Many CEOs have warmed up to the idea of maintaining an account on at least one social media outlet,…
A chief financial officer, even for a small company, does not come cheaply. How expensive? A six-figure salary, stock options now or in the future, and regular raises that can…