Have you ever wondered if people are born entrepreneurs or if they're made? I've come to believe that both are true and also that there is no perfect, magic formula for becoming a successful business owner. I've met entrepreneurs from all sorts of backgrounds and cultures, some who dreamed of starting their own business before they could even tie their shoes, and others who … [Read more...]
Understanding Insurance Benefits During Open Enrollment Season
It's open enrollment time again for next year's insurance benefits. This checklist will help you with understanding insurance benefits offered by your employer. With insurance costs rising and benefits falling, we need to be diligent about reviewing policies and shopping around to save. Your company's insurance benefits have real value that is calculated as part of your … [Read more...]
Will Federal Unemployment Benefits Be Extended?
Unless Congress passes legislation to extend federal unemployment benefits in 2013, no unemployed person will be eligible for more than 26 weeks of state maximum unemployment benefits. Gone will be the days of 99 weeks of unemployment benefits or even the proposed "Shock & Awe Yeah" program that provides five years of insurance. Once January 1, 2013 hits, millions who … [Read more...]
The Risks Of Starting A Business
A few weeks ago I got a dreaded jury summons notice in the mail. While it's fortunate that we all have legal rights to an impartial jury trial, it still annoys the heck out me that people sue each other and businesses for the dumbest reasons. I have way more important and meaningful things to do than to sit in a courtroom and listen to people argue over lost dry cleaning, bad … [Read more...]
Homecoming Is Here Again!
The orange fluoresce of each delicate leaf shimmers in the faded rays of sun. Soon, she will stand bare with a pile of crunchy fluff below that is so so fruitful one can't help but imagine diving in. She is “Maggie,” the oldest and most glorious tree at the center of campus. Despite all the grumblings of the East Coast being a horrible place to live, I still love returning … [Read more...]