You don’t have to pay more than the tax law requires. But, as Albert Einstein said, “the hardest thing to understand in the world is the income tax.” Finding ways to minimize your small business taxes legitimately and avoiding pitfalls are important activities that can have great returns: lower taxes. Unfortunately, nine out of ten..
Photo: Kristyn Hogan When you're spending so much money on a single day, it can be tempting to buy everything you need for your wedding to curb the feeling of you're throwing away your money. But some things are simply better to rent. How's a bride-to-be supposed to know the difference? First, before you buy..
Photo: Joe Buissink When you're planning a wedding, there is a lot to think about: The venue, the dress, what kind of deodorant to put in the bathroom baskets. With so much on your mind, it's easy to forget about one of the most important things…your skin. True, some skin issues can be covered with..
Every small business goes through rough patches where business growth sometimes must take a back seat to “just getting by”. Maybe you lost a key employee, maybe family concerns have eroded your laser focus on your business or maybe the economy is going through an uncertain time. But growth may be possible even in tough..
Photo: Joe Hendricks Photography All marriages begin with great happiness, joy and hope. When we say “I do,” we expect that our relationship will last forever. No one goes into a marriage thinking, “We'll be in love for a while, then break up and start all over again with someone else.” But that’s the reality..
Front loading your day with the most important activities on your to-do list can have a huge impact on your small business and your effectiveness as a leader. Here are six activities you can do at the start of your day to improve your life as a small business owner: 1. Scan your email quickly–but..
Starting and running a business out of your house has many rewards: no commute, less time-sucking small talk, no missed time with your family. But before you settle into the bliss of this heaven on Earth, remember that, in the end, you are still running a business. Working from home has all kinds of pitfalls..
Photo: Love Be Photography As your wedding day approaches, one more item you should add on your to-do list is the task of making sure your bridesmaids are pumped up and excited for your wedding day. Your bridal party will be your go-to group of pals to keep you feeling stress-free and happily helping you..
If you're attending a wedding this summer, there's probably one question weighing on your mind: What should you give the happy couple? Figuring out how much to spend, what type of gift to give and even when to deliver a gift is tricky, particularly if your generosity exceeds your budget. To help you sort through..
The unfortunate reality is that a lot of businesses fail. What differentiates those that fail from those that become raging successes? Certain traits and habits help business owners beat the odds and build highly successful companies. Here’s a look at the top 10: 1. They dream big. Successful business owners are dreamers. “Business owners often..
