Today I received this email {snippet]: “Out of hundreds of applicants, you’ve been selected as a top candidate! You are invited to attend our ceremony in Atlanta, Georgia on March 16, 2013. At the awards conference, you’ll gain insight from trailblazing thought leaders, such as Tina
Read more →There may be signs of an economic recovery ahead, but right now, individuals and small businesses are still experiencing the consequences of the recession. Many of us have cut back on our business expenses; some of us have had to lay off loyal staff members; some of
Read more →The books will take care of themselves, right? After all, what matters is that you have your company’s finances straight in your head. Wrong! If you have this mentality, don’t expect to stay in business long. As a businessperson, you want to follow your passion, not sit
Read more →Whether you are a recent graduate who is just beginning to enter the job market or a young professional with a few years of experience under your belt, it’s not unusual to be apprehensive when it comes to managing your finances. You have every right to be.
Read more →When you think of the word workaholic, does your mind automatically associate it with the term business owner? If so, it’s normal because, as a business owner, you have the most interest in seeing your venture succeed. The ins and outs of running a business can make
Read more →When asked if an individual is a CPA, you might hear this response, “No, I’m an Accountant.” So, this begs the question: What’s the difference between an Accountant and a CPA? The answer—legally there is no difference. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) states that every
Read more →Marketing is a strategy that organizes your business communications and sales techniques so you can add value to your products and services, as well as build a relationship with your customers. Advertising, on the other hand, is the attempt to persuade an audience to perform an action.
Read more →One of the first, and sometimes only, sources that children receive money-management lessons from is their parents. It’s important to lead by example. When you teach your kids about money in ways that are age-appropriate, you help instill responsible spending and savings values that are reinforced through the
Read more →Only about 50 percent of adults under the age of 35 have a savings goal, but it’s never too late to create one. Having a savings goal or plan is important because the future is uncertain, and can help you cover the cost of larger expenses without
Read more →In the business world, it’s common to hear the terms fiscal year and financial year in everyday conversations. But, is there a difference between the two? Nope. According to BusinessDictionary.com, fiscal and financial years are the same thing in the U.S. However, the main difference is that
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