Like most business owners, you have probably invested a lot of energy into growing your business. And like other business owners, you probably hope to exit your business at some point in the future with enough money to ensure your financial security. When the time comes to sell your business, you’ll have to determine its […]
How Do You Determine How Much to Pay New Hires?
Small business owners know that high performers seek out jobs that offer them an opportunity to grow and to develop professionally. Benefits are also important to job seekers. However, salary plays a major role in the decision to accept a job offer. Every owner of a small business struggles with the question of how much […]
When Should You Sell an Investment?
Selling an investment can be more difficult than buying one for many investors. When you buy an investment, you obviously have high hopes for how well that investment will perform. Unfortunately, it’s unlikely that every investment will meet your expectations. In that situation, holding on to your investment essentially means that you are not putting […]
Beyond Tax Season: Creating Revenue Stability Year-Round
For many businesses, especially those in the tax preparation industry, revenue can be heavily skewed towards the first few months of the year. The intense demand during tax season can create a boom-bust cycle, making it challenging to maintain stable income throughout the year. However, there are strategies that can help create revenue stability year-round, […]
What to Look for in a Retirement Location
Finding your perfect retirement location is not as easy as just closing your eyes and pointing to a spot on a map. This search requires practical criteria such as: Cost of living Access to medical resources Proximity to family Access to other resources Climate conditions All of these variables can affect your decision-making process and […]
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 […]