Never stop looking for ways to give your clients a boost
This column marks the beginning of a five-part series emphasizing how the adviser of the future will delight stakeholders they serve by embracing a perspective of continuous contribution. The characteristics and qualities to be discussed span the entire lifecycle of a business. My hope is to inspire both the owner and advisory community to adopt […]
Leaders have the tools to guide their communities to greater heights
When Amazon opened its new world headquarters in Seattle in 2010, few people could foresee the economic impact it would have on the Emerald City. The company estimates that its investments in Seattle between 2010 and 2016 have resulted in an additional $38 billion to the city’s economy. The headquarters encompasses 33 buildings, more than […]
A diverse and inclusive workplace has many tangible benefits
Businesses have gotten better at hiring for diversity, but there is a need to foster an inclusionary work environment through practices and company norms to ensure those differences are welcomed and the benefits can be realized, says Corporate College’s Tiffany Short.
Take back your daily schedule and restore order to your life
Just last week, I was invited to lead a 2018 Accelerate Your Impact workshop for experienced professionals to enhance their relevance and impact for the fiscal year. One of my primary talking points has been looking at leaders who have a hard time saying no. Since most professionals are overcommitted, this makes it difficult to […]
Private equity firms provide a growing business with more than just money
When Bentley Laboratories was seeking growth capital back in 2016, our first thought was not private equity. We’re a formulator and outsourced manufacturer of products for the beauty and OTC pharmaceutical industries, and we wanted to make some key add-on acquisitions to fill in product gaps, add capabilities and utilize excess production capacity. We knew […]
Give employees a chance to share what’s on their minds
Most CEOs and business owners understand that their growth comes from doing less, thinking more and coaching others to assume more responsibilities. It’s not surprising then that developing talent is a vital CEO role. How to accomplish it, though, is often less clear. One strategy is to utilize a “one-to-one,” a strategic conversation in which […]
What the elimination of the throwback rule means for Ohio businesses
Ohio’s recently enacted budget has eliminated the throwback rule, which means that businesses are no longer taxed by the city in which they are located for a sale made outside of their home city, says Barnes Wendling CPAs’ Larry D. Friedman.
Reducing the impact of personal issues on business
Even more challenging than work-life balance, family discord unintentionally affects employment, says Kaitlyn D. Arthurs, Principal, Attorney and Mediator at McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman. Personal issues, such as divorce and custody disputes, may spill into the workplace and negatively impact daily operations. However, finding the right resources and support can prevent those issues from bleeding over.
How to negotiate a sale-leaseback so that both parties benefit
There has been a steady flow of sale-leasebacks in Cleveland as local, regional and national investors find themselves flush with cash, but with limited properties to buy, says Cushman & Wakefield/CRESCO Real Estate’s Joseph V. Barna.
How nontraditional partnerships can benefit your next project
No one works on an island — bringing diverse voices and talents together as a team, more often than not, leads to the most creative and efficient solutions, says Bialosky Cleveland’s Mark Olson.