Category: Advice

3 Ways to Reclaim Your Money Goals in 2021

Have you ever started out the weekend with exciting plans only to have them come to a screeching halt? I have! That’s what happens when you have three little kids. The same is true of our money goals: Sometimes they get derailed. But just because our original plans get derailed, it doesn’t mean we can’t…


Consider Renting in Today’s Out-of-Control Real Estate Market

Dear Monty: Is America in a housing bubble? We think today’s out-of-control real estate market is crazy. We are attempting to downsize our lifestyle with a smaller home. In two instances, we made an offer, and someone outbid us. Our home is free and clear, so we are cash buyers. We don’t want to sell…


Data Is the New Currency. Don’t Let It Slip Through Your Fingers

Flashy modern developments like cryptocurrency, blockchain, and the IoT have been billed as the currencies of the future. When you break it down, though, there is one digitally-driven area of business that has been operating as the “new oil” of the tech era for far longer: data. Data has taken the world by storm in…


3 Ways Executive Leaders Can Cultivate a High-Performance Team

By Tim Madden To create a company that experiences consistent growth, you’ll need to duplicate your efforts and drive forward to build the business. As a performance-focused leader, you understand that you can’t wear all the hats on the org chart if you’re going to experience exponential growth. When you can cultivate a high-performance team that’s engaged, it…


How to Make Sure Your Small Business Doesn’t Have a Data Breach

Security is arguably the top concern for customers. And, for good reason. In 2015 there were an estimated half a billion data breaches. A data breach can damage your reputation, decrease sales, and even cost you a ton of money in settling lawsuits. Make Sure Your Small Business Doesn’t Have a Data Breach To prevent…


Tips for Retaining Employees and Promoting a Culture of Learning

Many factors contribute to a workplace culture that attracts and retains the right employees. In nearly every industry, employees are looking for an encouraging environment and opportunities for advancement. People want the room to learn and grow professionally. You’ll want to work on tips for retaining employees while promoting a culture of learning. Tips for…


Business & Retirement Resources You Didn’t Know You Had

Planning for retirement can be really stressful. You already have plenty of other things on your plate, and it seems like you have to figure everything out on your own. The nice thing is you don’t have to learn and know all of the ins and outs of retirement yourself. You don’t have to do…


How to Help Employees Work From Home With Children

I remember many years ago, when I was still considered a child myself, hating the Staples “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” back-to-school commercial. It reminded me that the summer was coming to an end, which meant no more fun. Of course, my parents didn’t argue with the commercial—and totally related to the…


Cut Finance Related Costs for Your Small Business

When you’re operating a small business you’re probably looking to save money and cut finance related costs everywhere you can. Odds are you’re looking at the obvious areas like employees, production, rent, etc. While these are great places to try and cut down, these are the most difficult. Many business owners overlook the costs associated…


5 Time Management Myths That Affect Your Workplace Productivity

Any phenomenon that becomes “fashionable” instantly acquires its own mythology. This mythology forms a system of concepts that are accepted and not questioned. At the same time, the vast majority of people do not think about whether it corresponds to reality. This paradox has existed as long as humanity. Some such misconceptions are harmless and…