For the love of your business
For the love of your business
As a small business owner, you may feel as if you’re facing the world alone at times. Unlike a large company would, I’m willing to bet you don’t have a team of lawyers or an in-house general counsel to support you as you navigate the complexities of running a business. But just because you don’t […]
Read MoreIn today’s digital-everything world, nearly every business—no matter how small—has some online presence. From websites and social media to e-newsletters and mobile apps, it’s virtually impossible to survive in today’s marketplace without having a digital footprint. However, building your company’s online operations and making money from them can be challenging unless you have a background […]
Read MoreYou are most likely monitoring several key performance indicators to determine how well your company is doing. Whether related to your finances, advertising, employee turnover, or website traffic, these metrics can be an effective way to measure, maintain, and improve your business’ success and growth. That said, there are a number of metrics vital to […]
Read MoreIf you are thinking about hiring a lawyer to help with your business, you may be wondering why you should work with a Family Business Lawyer™ rather than a “traditional” business lawyer. What makes us so different from other lawyers? Last week, in part one of this series, we discussed what it’s like to work […]
Read MoreDo you feel obligated to check work emails, texts, and voicemails at all hours? Do you often work evenings, weekends, and holidays, even after you promised yourself you wouldn’t? Do you feel pressured to say yes to pushy clients because it’s easier than saying no? Do you feel resentful of clients for placing unreasonable demands […]
Read MoreWhen you are just starting your business, it’s easy to lose sight of just how many potential risks your company faces. Yet a single accident or lawsuit can wipe out your company before it even has the chance to get off the ground. While setting up a business entity like a limited liability company (LLC) […]
Read MoreAlthough cash is the lifeblood that sustains every business, far too many business owners fail to properly manage their cash flow. And this is despite the fact that statistics consistently show that running out of money is one of the main reasons new businesses go under. Trying to run a business without carefully managing your […]
Read MoreIf you’ve ever had clients who were more trouble than they were worth, you know how stressful such toxic relationships can be. Yet, it can be difficult to drop a client, especially if your business is just getting off the ground or cash is tight. That said, when dealing with certain problem clients, sometimes the […]
Read MoreBusiness growth is a dream that sparkles in the eyes of many small business owners. But bigger is only better when your business is set up to support the life you want. Bigger is not necessarily better. Best is a business that supports you to have a life you love, with an income to match, […]
Read MoreIf you’ve been working as a true solo entrepreneur up until now, it’s time to consider hiring support to leverage to your next level. . The moment when a small business owner decides to hire their first employee is one of triumph. Conversely, knowing how to start the hiring process can also be a moment […]
Read MoreThe constant whirlwind of excitement and activity surrounding the launch of your startup can leave you feeling overwhelmed. You can get so focused on the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities involved with getting your operation up and running that you neglect some of your company’s most vital legal components. Because you are so busy and likely […]
Read More
