Change Your Tax Planning Before It Is Too Late
The IRS and Congress would love for you to keep tax planning the way you always have. It means more money for them to spend and bail…
The Key to Success - Being Relentless
A question I always ask myself is "am I willing to do whatever it takes?" Being relentless in discovering what I need to do to succeed and then doing…
Buy or Sell a Business
There are many issues involved when you buy or sell a business. Read my articles on how to buy or sell a business by clicking here.
New Year-New Opportunity
Happy new year everybody! It is a happy new year ... right? Sometimes with the economy in trouble and uncertainty on every side
Throwing Marketing Dollars Away
I've found that the single biggest marketing mistake small business owners make is not knowing WHY they do what they do. Marketing should not be a hit or miss effort.
Business Valuation
When you are ready to proceed on a business purchase or sale you should get a business valuation.
Estate Planning
Estate planning is just for the very well to do. If you have a sizable estate the government wants half of it when you pass away.
Mindmapping for Small Business Ideas
I'll be honest with you. Thinking for thinking's sake can be tiring. It doesn't get the respect it deserves. I do a lot of it and it can be exhausting.
Tell Them a Story...
I was recently in a nearby town, meeting with a client who sells high quality Navajo rugs. By "high quality" I mean $2,000-$30,000 authentic hand made rugs.
The Value of a Business - Avoid Kissing Your Money Goodbye
Ever buy a loaf of bread for $1,200? Me neither! Know why - because I know what a loaf of bread ought to cost and I won't pay more.
Why Buying an Existing Small Business is a GREAT idea
With a shrinking, rocky economy come lots of opportunities! Small business owners who are struggling and no longer willing to invest…
Small Business, Small Changes, Big Improvements
Kaizen is a familiar word for nearly anyone who has worked for a large corporation in the last 20 years. Many small business owners may…
Myth Busting: Passion Isn't Enough in Business!
I've encouraged clients who are interested in starting or buying a business to pursue something they are passionate about.
6 Leadership Qualities You Must Develop
Small business owners can be their own worst enemies. They can be short-tempered, short-sighted and chronically worried.
Think BIG: Changing Your Small Business Owner Brain
I talk a lot about the nuts and bolts of starting or buying and running a small business. In my coaching and consulting business…
Boo! Don't be Afraid of Starting a Business!
Many people were downsized this year or last and dream of not returning to corporate America. They fantasize of starting a business but are afraid…
Easy Ways to Build Your Referral Network
These are not the times to be coasting on your past success. Businesses are closing all around you and many of my clients are fearful.
Is Your Business Writing Powerful?
Most small business owners don't employ their own copywriters, but they are responsible for a lot of writing.
PR for the Little Guy
Public relations isn't just for big corporations. Any size or type of business can benefit from media exposure and the right "spin".
Cheap Employee "Benefits"
Along with employee salaries, employee benefits are a significant portion of an overall company budget.