Many people don’t understand that when it comes to transferring property after death a will does not cover all assets. When designing someone’s estate plan, it’s critical to look at the different types of property so the decedent’s intentions will be carried out correctly. Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Baum, an attorney at Semanoff Ormsby Greenberg & Torchia, LLC, explains.
Unlike many baby boomers, I have had a number of careers. I think I am on my sixth or seventh. Most people in my generation
With Mayor Dan Horrigan settling into city hall, there has been much talk about Akron’s “new day,” and enthusiasm around bringing fresh perspective to economic
It is well-documented that several substitutes exist for fossil fuels in the electricity generation; however, when it comes to car and truck manufacturer’s designs, much hope is pinned on electric battery-powered vehicles
It may come as a surprise that just 3 percent of U.S. startups backed by venture capital are led by women. And only 1 percent are headed by African-Americans. In comparison, things aren’t much better at our nation’s largest biggest businesses, where there are only 20 female CEOs in the S&P 500 and five African American CEOs in the Fortune 500.
Bias and stereotyping are prominent topics as the U.S. presidential primary candidates — on both sides — try to appeal to various constituencies. Many of us cringe at the bold comments encompassing gender, LGBT, race, age, religion, ethnicity, socioeconomic status and country of origin. But perhaps we should also regard the situation as an opportunity for each of us to assess our attitudes and beliefs toward others.
Traditional business thinking has long suggested that we leave our personal lives at home. In today’s millennial era of work/life balance, that’s pretty much the equivalent of checking your identity at the door.
Are you passionate about what you are doing? If you’re not, life is too short. Go find something you are passionate about.
Typically there’s conflict between obtaining business (sales) and managing risk. Instead, of having your sales force promising anything and everything to get a deal, Arthur J. Gallagher’s Alan Pepoy shares how to minimize contract risk before it significantly affects your bottom line.
The Family and Medical Leave Act took effect to help balance workplace demands with the medical needs of employees and their families, but many employers feel powerless to stop FMLA abuse. Douglas Fleisner of JRG Advisors discusses solutions for the concerns employers have about the FMLA.
Stay up-to-date with local business news and networking events from Smart Business. Sign up to receive advice from business professionals, or register for information on our networking events near you!
View this month’s Smart Business magazines on our easy to view, Digital Platform.
835 SHARON DRIVE, SUITE 200, CLEVELAND, OH 44145 | P: 440.250.7000 | PRIVACY POLICY