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I Need To Hire Someone for My Business; What Do I Need To Know?
The goal of most businesses is to grow – at least somewhat. However, in order to grow or to be able to step away from the business for a personal life, vacation, or other ventures, you’ll need help with day-to-day operations. If you’ve never hired someone before – or it’s been a long time –… Read More »
4 Social Media Mistakes that May Put Your Company’s IP at Risk
Being active on social media is hardly a choice anymore for small to medium sized businesses—it’s a given. After all, your customers are there. Connecting with your target audience in the social web can boost your brand and level the playing field between you and big competitors with larger advertising budgets. But before you rush… Read More »
5 Steps to Take When Winding Down Your Business
There are many reasons business owners close up shop, including retirement, starting a new venture or, hopefully, because they’ve won the lottery. No matter what the reason, it’s important to diligently wind down a business before moving on. Here are five steps to take: Reach consensus. If you’re a sole proprietor, then the only consensus… Read More »
Planning for Disability – The Good, The Bad and The Necessary
No one likes to think about the possibility of their own disability or the disability of a loved one. However, as we’ll see below, the statistics are clear that we should all plan for at least a temporary disability. This issue of The ElderCounselorTM examines the eye-opening statistics surrounding disability and some of the common… Read More »
Are Your Trade Secrets Really Safe? 4 Steps To Safeguard Your Competitive Edge
A trade secret is a piece of information which is confidential, can be legally protected, and gives your company a competitive edge. Lots of the most famous examples involve recipes: the formula for Coca Cola, McDonald’s Big Mac “secret sauce”, or that Mrs. Field’s chocolate chip cookie recipe that caused such a legal stir in… Read More »
Follow This 8 Point Plan When Starting Your New Business
Starting a new business can seem overwhelming – especially if you are trying to DIY. Creating a business plan will allow you to refine incomplete ideas, address areas you may have not yet considered, create a map so you know what to do next, and increase credibility for bank loans or investor funding. While you… Read More »
You Liked Us! You Really Liked Us!
Thank you so much for all the love you showed us! In response to our special summer giveaway of two tickets to see Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Soul2Soul World Tour, you Liked our page for a chance to win. We are excited to announce our winner: Shannon Blom. We hope you have an amazing… Read More »
Happy Father’s Day and Thank You Every Day!
Remember to say Thank You to the father figures in your life as we celebrate Father’s Day this Sunday. Thank you, Dad, for being you – for caring and being there. Fathers are a special breed. They are in it for the good and the bad, the tough times and the fun times. They take… Read More »
Get Your Graduate Ready for the Next Step with These Gotta-Have Tools!
Get Your Graduate Ready for the Next Step with These Gotta-Have Tools! Summer is finally here! Many parents are recovering from graduation parties celebrating academic achievements or in the midst of planning festivities – and preparing for the empty nest. Keep in mind there are important estate planning matters that should not be overlooked during… Read More »
Celebrating National Elder Law Month 2018
Celebrating National Elder Law Month 2018: Protecting yourself (and your family) requires more than night cream We’re taught early on that the Fountain of Youth won’t last long. We do what we can to protect ourselves from the inevitable: crow’s feet, sallow skin, arthritis, flabby arms. We get Botox injections, take our vitamins, do… Read More »