As the vibrant colors of autumn paint the landscape, the fall season invites us to reflect on the changes in nature and consider the changes we can make in our own lives. Estate planning, often overlooked, is a vital aspect of ensuring a secure future for your loved ones. Just as leaves fall and transition, […]
Navigating the Digital Frontier
Cryptocurrency, once a niche concept, has now become a significant player in the world of finance and investing. Born out of the desire for decentralized and borderless transactions, cryptocurrencies have rapidly evolved from mere digital tokens to complex financial instruments that can be both revolutionary and highly risky. In this article, we’ll delve into the […]
Five Steps to Keeping Employees Motivated
Motivated employees typically perform at a higher level than employees who are disengaged from their work. They are willing to go beyond their job description to see a project through to completion. Very often, their enthusiasm inspires and pushes coworkers to excel. Certain strategies can help foster a culture of motivation and enthusiasm within the […]
What Is Your Most Valuable Asset?
Your most valuable asset isn’t your real estate or the tech stocks you bought in the 90s that have done well. It isn’t even your business per se. Your most valuable asset is you — specifically your ability to run a profitable company and make money. Are you protecting that asset from the risk that […]
The Pluses and Minuses of Business Borrowing
There are distinct pluses and minuses that small business owners should consider when looking for a loan. New small business owners typically enter the marketplace with high expectations — they want to build sales and increase profits quarter to quarter. More often than not, they hope to add employees and, perhaps, open up additional locations. […]
Can Your Company Survive a Disaster?
Fire, floods, hurricanes, earthquakes. When they happen, they can destroy buildings, equipment, and hard-to-replace data, and even injure or kill employees. It can take a business weeks, sometimes months, to resume operations after a disaster. Some businesses never recover. You can’t pin down the time or day when a disaster may strike your business. However, […]