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DOL Walks Back Biden-Era Independent Contractor Rule: What Employers Need to Know

Robert Brody

Brody and Associates, LLC

2 months ago

In a significant development for employers nationwide, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced it will not enforce the Biden-era 2024 Independent Contractor (IC)

Nov 19, 2025 3 min read Connecticut Long Island New Jersey New York Tri-State

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ESOP – The “E” is for Employees

Drew Bringhurst

Executive Financial Services, LLC ESOP Consultants(EFS, LLC ESOP Consultants)

8 months ago

The E is for Employees When most people hear about an ESOP—Employee Stock Ownership Plan—they often focus on the advantages it offers business owners.

Jun 5, 2025 1 min read Nashville

Business Value Growth

NEW DEVELOPMENT: Immigration Enforcement Efforts Surge – Zeroing in on Employers

Robert Brody

Brody and Associates, LLC

8 months ago

By Robert G. Brody and Fintan S. Lalor The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) immigration enforcement crackdown has taken a sudden and

May 28, 2025 2 min read Tri-State

Business Value Growth

Leveraging “Good” Conflict: How The Science of Conation Will Enable Your Team to Disagree, Productively.

Maria Forbes

FIREPOWER Business Catalyst, LLC.

11 months ago

The recent article by Harvard Business Review1, “How to Encourage the Right Kind of Conflict on Your Team,” highlights the importance of fostering “task

Feb 21, 2025 4 min read Atlanta

Business Value Growth

NLRB General Counsel Campaigns Against Non-Competes

Robert Brody

Brody and Associates, LLC

1 year ago

Jennifer Abruzzo, the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) General Counsel, is continuing her campaign against non-compete agreements. She just issued a memo announcing her

Dec 5, 2024 3 min read Tri-State

Business Value Growth

A “Not So Scary” Call to Action: Recognizing the Potential of Team Members Over Age 55

Maria Forbes

FIREPOWER Business Catalyst, LLC.

1 year ago

In recent years, workplace discussions around diversity and inclusion have gained unprecedented momentum. Unfortunately, one facet of this multifaceted issue often gets overlooked: ageism.

Oct 14, 2024 4 min read Atlanta

Business Value Growth

Your Mission: Maximize Impact. Our Strategy: Progress Check Meetings!

Maria Forbes

FIREPOWER Business Catalyst, LLC.

1 year ago

What is the cornerstone in the strategy for scaling and preparing your business for the future, to grow, to thrive, and to build a

Aug 15, 2024 1 min read Atlanta

Business Value Growth

FTC Ban on Non-Competes in Question

Robert Brody

Brody and Associates, LLC

1 year ago

Following a July 3rd Texas federal District Court decision, the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) near total ban on non-compete agreements set to take effect

Jul 31, 2024 2 min read Tri-State

Business Value Growth

Continuous Improvement and Employee Engagement Through Employee Suggestion Programs

Steven Lustig

Lustig Global Consulting

1 year ago

During my first visit to one factory, I quickly noticed on a wall in the lobby a collection of cards with employee suggestions –

Jun 11, 2024 3 min read Atlanta

Business Value Growth

New NLRB Joint Employer Rule Struck Down – For Now

Robert Brody

Brody and Associates, LLC

1 year ago

On March 8, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas struck down the new joint employer rule created by the

May 17, 2024 2 min read Tri-State

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4 Tips to Avoid Promoting to Failure

Xavier Lederer

Ambrose Growth

1 year ago

“I should demote myself!” joked the head of sales. “It looks like I am better at selling than at managing a sales team.” We

Apr 16, 2024 4 min read Connecticut

Business Value Growth

4 Common Misconceptions About Onboarding

Maria Forbes

FIREPOWER Business Catalyst, LLC.

1 year ago

Onboarding isn’t just about shaking hands on day one or drowning your new hires in an ocean of paperwork and procedural manuals. Take it from

Apr 12, 2024 3 min read Atlanta

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COVID Fatigue Unites Business Owners

John Dini

The Exit Planning Coach

1 year ago

Dealing with COVID fatigue unites business owners. If that sounds strange to you, let me make my case. I’m not doing this to whine,

Mar 20, 2024 5 min read San Antonio

Business Value Growth

New York State Enacts Freelance Protections

Robert Brody

Brody and Associates, LLC

1 year ago

On November 22, 2023, Governor Kathy Hochul of New York signed into law the “Freelance Isn’t Free Act,” aimed at safeguarding the rights of

Feb 16, 2024 2 min read Tri-State

Business Value Growth

“Work From Anywhere” Comes Full Circle

John Dini

The Exit Planning Coach

2 years ago

Work from anywhere has been a necessity, an epithet, an obstacle, and an opportunity over the last 3 years. To paraphrase Aristotle’s axiom about

Feb 13, 2024 3 min read San Antonio

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Connecticut Supreme Court Rules Security Screenings are ‘Hours Worked’

Robert Brody

Brody and Associates, LLC

1 day ago

February 5, 2026, the Connecticut Supreme Court unanimously ruled that employees must be compensated for time spent undergoing security screenings on their employer’s premises.

Feb 13, 2026 2 min read Connecticut Long Island New Jersey New York Tri-State

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Health – Navigate It and Reap Financial Rewards

Michelle Fritsch

Propel Comprehensive Wellness 3 days ago

Feb 11, 2026 1 min read Charlotte Advisor Resource

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When Marketing Budgets Grow, Operational Maturity Matters More

Susan Towers

Towers Fractional Marketing

5 days ago

When a growing manufacturer approved a plan to significantly increase its marketing budget, the rationale was simple: more investment would drive stronger demand generation,

Feb 9, 2026 4 min read Philadelphia

Business Value Growth

California Introduces “Workplace Know Your Rights Act” Implementing Immigration-Related Protections

Robert Brody

Brody and Associates, LLC

1 week ago

Effective February 1, 2026, California’s “Workplace Know Your Rights Act,” SB 294, introduces new requirements for California employers. The legislation makes substantial changes to

Feb 6, 2026 2 min read Connecticut Long Island New Jersey New York Tri-State

Business Value Growth

Why Marketing Belongs in the Exit Planning Conversation

Jaco Grobbelaar

BroadVision Marketing

1 week ago

When business owners begin planning an exit, the room usually fills with financial advisors, accountants, and legal counsel. The conversation centres on numbers, structures,

Feb 5, 2026 3 min read Northern California

Business Value Growth

Why Conversations About Corporate Value Are Challenging (And How to Help)

Mary Adams

Insights7 1 week ago

Most business owners don’t have a lot of experience with corporate value. They are too busy working in and on their business. And valuation

Feb 3, 2026 5 min read Advisor Resource

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