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Using independent contractors (ICs) can give your company an edge in today's thriving gig economy, but if you are not careful, contractors can also be a serious liability. In fact, working with ICs comes with a number of unique legal and financial risks that can be potentially ruinous to your...

Most business partnerships begin with shared goals and optimism. But life happens, and personal matters—especially divorce—can create ripple effects that threaten your company's financial stability, leadership continuity, and future. If you're in business with a partner, their divorce isn't just their personal issue; it could also become your business's problem....

A client once told me she would give anything to hear her grandmother’s voice again. Her grandmother had been the heart of the family—the one who told stories about how she had survived the Great Depression and how she had fallen in love with her husband. But when she passed...

When creating an estate plan, people are often most concerned with passing on the “big things” like real estate, bank accounts, and vehicles. Yet these possessions very often aren't the items that have the most meaning for the loved ones we leave behind. Smaller items, like family heirlooms and keepsakes,...

One of the best-loved books for entrepreneurs is The E-Myth by Michael E. Gerber. In the book, he tells the story of a woman who always dreamed of owning a pie shop. She wanted nothing more than to spend her days doing what she loved and seeing her customers enjoy her pies....

It's the end of another full day as an entrepreneur. You shut down your computer, lock up your office, and get ready to enjoy a relaxing night at home. But even though you're off hours, your mind isn't. Maybe you run through conversations you had during the day, brainstorm marketing...

The holidays, a time for family, reflection, and gratitude, present a unique opportunity to build a meaningful and lasting family legacy. While financial inheritance is important, the value you pass down extends far beyond money—your values, insights, stories, and experiences. These intangible treasures shape the essence of your family's identity...

Whether you're thinking about starting a new business or rebranding an existing business, choosing the right business name is an essential part of the planning process. This article will provide you with some tips on how to choose, claim, and protect your business name. 1. Come Up With a Business Name That Represents...

As the holidays approach, many families are busy planning menus, coordinating travel, hitting those holiday bucket list activities, baking treats for friends and neighbors, and preparing for a big feast. While these are important traditions, these cherished holidays offer something even more valuable—a perfect opportunity to think about, discuss, and...

Meet Jane, a creative entrepreneur with dreams as vibrant as the art she sells. Like many neurodivergent individuals, Jane found traditional business systems more like straightjackets than supportive frameworks. Perhaps you've experienced something similar—staring at a desk cluttered with post-it notes that barely contain your swirling thoughts, wondering how other...