Saving for retirement is a crucial part of running a business and, fortunately, there are plenty of options tailored specifically for the self-employed. In addition to growing the value of the business over time, self-employed individuals have four main qualified...
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The ultimate guide to lead generation: From outbound to inbound
Are you tired of being bombarded by lead generation companies on social media channels like LinkedIn? Over the past five years, we’ve experienced a perfect storm of outsourcing growth. This explosion has been driven by three key factors: Advancements in AI and...
Conquering your gut-wrenching fear with a long-term marketing focus
When I was starting my business in 2002, and for many years after, I suffered from something I call the “gut-wrenching fear.” Whenever I mention it, I get instant recognition from my fellow business owners. I’d describe it as the anxiety we all experience — those...
Improve your balance sheet with bitcoin
Multiple public companies have adopted bitcoin by adding it to their treasury reserves, including Microstrategy, Tesla, Square, Block, Semler Scientific and more. But it’s not just major public companies that are embracing bitcoin. Governments are participating....
Strategies for minimizing litigation risk
Litigation can be a costly and time-consuming process that can significantly impact a business’s financial health, reputation and overall operations. Therefore, it is crucial for businesses to proactively manage litigation risk to minimize the potential negative...
Don’t fear the robots
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly pervasive, it’s natural to feel uneasy about its potential impact on our jobs and livelihoods. People are understandably nervous about AI. Headlines often scream about the impending robot takeover, stoking fears...
Networking in a post-COVID world
“You know everybody!” It’s a refrain I often hear from friends and business associates because of the expansive network I’ve established. With nearly 8 billion people on the planet, I still have plenty of good souls to meet — a process delayed by a worldwide pandemic...
Inspiration or infringement: Protecting your intellectual property portfolio
Entrepreneurs spend years of ideating, envisioning and collaborating with trusted friends and family, thousands of hours, and exorbitant financial resources to bring an idea to life; when the public sees or experiences some bit of it, this enormous investment is rarely what they see, rather they are often just left inspired by the experience that investment has meant for them. In comes the issue of protecting your IP portfolio in a time where inspiration is too commonly wielded to justify infringement.
The new paradigm in key employee retention plans
The pandemic provided business owners with a unique opportunity for strategic contemplation, allowing them to consider how to emerge stronger and how to prepare the company for their ultimate departure.
Diversifying to mitigate business risks
In the world of entrepreneurship, investing solely in your own business has long been considered an act of dedication and belief in your vision. However, putting all your investment eggs in one basket can carry significant risk. Let’s shed a light on the risks small-...