I was recently interviewed by an AP business writer for an article about small businesses that offer caregiver leave although they’re not required to legally. As those who know us well know, this is a topic that’s dear to my heart as my staff went above...
When you’re running a service-based business, keeping up with online marketing can be a big burden but staying on top of it makes for smooth sailing. You have a business to run and, if you’re like most people, you put off working on your business to work...
What do the beach, mountains, and lake have in common? I worked from all 3 in the same month this summer. And over the past 21+ years, I’ve worked from locations as far flung as Key West, Rome, and Nova Scotia. You may want mobility to travel for fun, be able to...
I read an article recently that gave 3 reasons for businesses closing when the owner wants to retire: internet competition, lack of loyalty among younger customers, and owners not being able to find a buyer. All of these reasons come back to one uncomfortable...
My father was blind, which makes the topic of disabled access dear to my heart. As a kid, I had to learn not to do things like leave things in the floor for him to trip on, so I’m naturally more aware of the ramifications of limited access and how much sighted...
What’s a small business owner to do when they’re faced with a life-changing event like caring for an elderly parent? It’s not often talked about in the media, so most people don’t realize how at risk business owners are of falling through the...
