Ways to resolve business disputes without litigation
Costs, confidentially and certainty are reasons parties look to avoid litigation. The process is inherently uncertain, explains McCarthy Lebit’s Nicholas O. Oleski.
Workplace violence incidents are not black swan events
While some businesses are more vulnerable, all employers face the threat of workplace violence, says Zito Insurance Agency’s Chas Lowe.
Retirement plans are undergoing a technology transformation, too
BDO USA, LLP’s Kim Flett explores how cybersecurity, automation, data analytics and bots are converging with retirement plans.
Gladden Community House is on the frontlines of homelessness
Affordable housing is a key issue for the many families that Gladden Community House serves. Joy Chivers shares how the nonprofit is helping.
How to avoid common legal pitfalls when starting a business
Brouse McDowell’s Louise M. Mazur outlines the steps new business owners should take to protect their company.
What you should be looking for in a commercial real-estate consultant
Real estate consultants provide clients with indispensable real-time knowledge, tools, procedures and techniques that enable them to make a more informed decision, says Simon Caplan.
How to wow your banker and secure a business loan
Part of an entrepreneurs’ job is to make it easy for bankers to lend money to your business. Crimson Cup’s Greg Ubert explains how.
Balancing risk during reinvention
Don’t be afraid to evolve your business to remain relevant. Debbie Penzone shares tips for dealing with the risk of reinvention.
From family getaway to resort destination, Gervasi Vineyard grows by listening
Growing from a family retreat to a resort destination that hosts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually happened by listening to, and acting on, the suggestions of others.
Advantages and disadvantages of middle-market firms
Do you know yourself? Oded Shenkar of the National Center for the Middle Market lays out the inherent advantages and disadvantages of middle-market firms.