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There are four basic components to brand protection: searching, registering, policing and enforcing. These four aspects each have their own challenges which create a series of risks and opportunities. If done well, the four components work together in a way that achieves the business objectives of the brand owner. The area of enforcement is critical if you…
Free webinar to learn about expensing and depreciation strategies to counter upcoming tax increases. Presentation will include the following. Bonus Depreciation Cost Segregation Little know safe harbors Expensed repairs vs capitalized improvement property And much more. Here is the link to listen to the recording of our recent webinar on Expensing & Depreciation Strategies. https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/6834270028077573382…
The Internal Revenue Service recently announced its annual inflation adjustments for tax year 2022 and many tax provisions have increased as a result. In today’s post, we’ll get you up to speed on the increased deductions and credits available in 2022. Inflation is usually a bad word, but in some cases it can be good….
When trying to identify the right people for your organization, you may need to go back to the basics. Are you simply writing a job description with responsibilities and minimum qualifications OR are you writing a role description that showcases a candidate’s innate abilities to succeed? There IS a difference, and it can mean finding…
I am delighted to share with you that on August 24, the Greater North Fulton Chamber awarded OFFICE ANGELS its 2021 Small Business of Excellence Award, recognizing companies that exemplify entrepreneurial spirit, dedication, hard work, and sound business practices. OFFICE ANGELS’ success over 21 years would not be possible without our talented, resourceful, and dedicated…
Are you struggling to keep up with the latest marketing trends and whether you should embrace the latest technologies? Does it really matter if your website is mobile-friendly? How does AI impact your company’s ability to identify new customers and increase brand loyalty? Find out answers to these questions and other insights in my recent…
Over the past several months – years even – we’ve all witnessed, watched on television, or read in the news or online about child-like spats between those who we are hoping are our strong, confident, stable, trustworthy leaders. What we are seeing from our leaders reminds us of two children fighting over toys in the…
New employment opportunities, a booming housing market, and a change of environment or slower pace of life. These are just a few reasons why people are planning to move. COVID-19 gave all of us time for reflection and, for some, opportunities outside of their current domicile. In today’s blog, we’ll look at simple ways you…
We are hearing and reading a mix of information from economists and suppliers in a wide range of industries. Some state that they expect supply constraints to loosen by the end of the year and prices to plateau. Others tell us that even though some of the commodity indices show price relief, it will still…
Discussing themes like a growth mindset, listening, quality, and urgency, these three ProfitSense guests highlighted key pieces of their firm’s success in conversations with host Bill McDermott. Amber Lawson, Principal at Aspire Construction & Design, shared her passion for providing one-stop services for her commercial real estate clients. Ken Madren, CEO of PermaTherm, shared his company’s focus…
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How planning helped (or didn’t) in making for a successful exit. How advisors helped (or didn’t) in producing a better result. The three things I wish someone had told me before I sold my business. What I would do differently. Is there life after sale? The hardest part of selling your business. Our Panel: Dan…
“If only your doctors practiced XPX Collaboration.” What does a real, collaborative, multi-advisor value-building project look like? In this 2nd conversation, get the in-depth story and play-by-play of a dynamic, complex value-building project from both the owner perspective and their multi-advisor team. An advisory team of a dozen professionals – and growing. How the heck…
Date: November 19, 2021 Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. EST Platform: Zoom Questions: Chat Click Here to Get a Ticket: Greg Reid In Think and Grow Rich – Success and Something Greater, authors Sharon Lechter and Greg Reid once again join forces with the Napoleon Hill Foundation including never before published original content from Napoleon…
The landmark Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) deal, agreed by 136 countries and jurisdictions representing more than 90% of global GDP, aims to ensure all multinational enterprises (MNEs) will be subject to a minimum of 15% tax rate starting in 2023. It also reallocates more than $125 billion of profits from around 100…
So here’s a funny but true story about the word ‘hygiene.’ A long, long time ago – circa 1993 – I landed my first full-time job at Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health. You, youngsters, might know it now as the Bloomberg School of Public Health. I remember the day I got the call. I…
The pandemic created an increased desire and/or need for individuals to work from home. As both employees and employers have become more accustomed to the new remote work environment, it is important to consider the tax implications. This blog will address some of the implications for employees. Click here to continue reading.
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Last week I started discussing the value of self-directed teams and their role in your business success. You may believe that you don’t have the right employees to develop self-directed teams, but you need to re-evaluate your thinking. Are you truly taking advantage of the talent you have and engaging them appropriately? It’s important to…
As a business owner, we sometimes don’t know what we should be paying attention to in our financials. It becomes even more frustrating when our accounting is not tracked properly and we’re not sure whether the decisions we’re making are helping or hurting. One of the biggest weaknesses in a growing business is accounting. Accounting is…
Date: November 5, 2021 Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Daylight Savings Time Platform: Zoom Questions : Chat Free Ticket: Chip Walker The greatest challenge facing leaders is activating and actioning purpose based brands to the people who matter inside the company and out. Recent statistics prove that more than 87% of consumers would purchase a product because…
All businesses want to be visible, relevant, and profitable. However, it is far too common for professional services organizations to take an outdated and passé approach to marketing. Don’t fall victim to these common marketing mistakes.
This has been a challenging year for business owners. I’ve seen it all, your own powerful pivots whilst guiding clients through revenue loss, and their market changes. Navigating your own business in the middle of a LOT of uncertainty, handling an entirely new lifestyle of work and home life. Just wow! Can we just give…
CSSI will be hosting a live, no-cost 1.5-hour CPE webinar on Tuesday, Nov. 9th at 11:00 CT on ‘Expensing & Depreciation Strategies to Counter Upcoming Tax Increases.’ CPE credits are for CPAs only. Registration is open to everyone. Please indicate that Mark Gross invited you. Copy and paste link below or click link on PDF…
As a leader, you may feel burned out by daily tasks and frustrated with the lack of growth in your business, but are you truly giving your teams the ability to make decisions and contribute to your success? When you establish a strategy of self-directed teams, your employees will feel empowered to collaborate and work…