5 signs that you’re not ready to start a business
For every story about a successful entrepreneur who is living the good life, there are tons of others about those who are barely getting by. There was once a time when I was one of those in […]
Is an open office space good or bad for your business?
Open office spaces are a hotly debated topic in the realm of workplace modernization. Tearing down cubicle walls and moving people out of individual offices has become the fad many businesses credit for success. There’s […]
After the startup: 5 tips for staying in business
Randy Nelson (pictured) has started and sold two successful businesses and is currently the CEO of Gold Dolphins, LLC, which provides coaching for entrepreneurial leaders and CEOs. But his first job out of college was on a […]
6 budget-friendly domestic destinations to put on your 2019 travel list
If one of your resolutions for 2019 is to travel more, but you fear that finances will hold you back, have a little hope: there are plenty of destinations across the country that are still […]
6 warning signs of a bad business deal
The success of your small business depends on making smart deals that expand available resources and enable continued growth. Just as important are the deals you walk away from — thus avoiding costly mistakes that […]
3 tips for making the best artichokes
Let’s face it, they don’t teach us how to cook with artichokes in school, which is a real shame since these fancy flowers from the Mediterranean happen to be one of the best parts about […]
8 steps for discovering your company’s top cybersecurity risks
It seems like every day we hear news of a well-known company experiencing a data breach. Companies like Yahoo, Target, and Marriott have all dealt with having their users’ private information – user ID, password, […]
How obesity can affect your ability to get life insurance
Obesity is one of the most difficult challenges to overcome when it comes to life insurance. This is because the life insurance industry views it as one of the most serious health conditions. If you […]
Murders & feasts: The hidden origins of Valentine’s Day
Have you bought that bouquet of flowers yet? A box of candy? A thoughtful card? If not, you’d better snap to it, because Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and if you didn’t get […]
Paid time off & layoffs: Understanding your employee rights
Last week, Buzzfeed announced it was laying off around 200 employees. This week, the digital media company came under fire for refusing to pay these workers their earned, but unused, paid time off (PTO). The […]