How training dogs can hone management skills
Every interaction that you have with your dog trains it in some way, whether you mean to or not. Training your dog properly requires that you serve intentionally and skillfully as its leader.
Chip technology gives purchasers a new tool to combat consumer fraud
Credit and debit cards using chip technology (also known as EMV) are becoming the security standard in the U.S., offering another layer of protection for both individual and corporate consumers. Used in more than 130 countries around the world — including Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom — it also provides consumers with greater acceptance when traveling internationally.
How working with a licensed insurance agent can help protect your business
Small- and medium-sized businesses frequently have insurance needs that are not covered by the basic property, liability, auto and worker’s compensation coverage policies they have, says Karen Harpole, Corporate Manager for Small Commercial Business at United Fire Group (UFG Insurance). One of the best ways to fill these gaps and protect your business is to build a strong relationship with a licensed insurance agent.
Take the time to understand loan terms and how they might affect you
Borrowers are often surprised to learn they are in default, especially when they’ve made all their payments on time. But there are other factors that can trigger such an action, factors that can be missed when you don’t thoroughly review all loan documents before signing.
Identity theft: What it is and how to avoid it
Of all the things that can be stolen, your identity is probably the most damaging. While material items can be replaced, your identity can cause an array of issues — not to mention the emotional strain and expense that accompanies a breach of your personal information.
Creating and maintaining a successful client/search consultant relationship
Search consultants are brought in to help companies strengthen some aspect of their business with a critical executive hire. With so much at stake, hiring candidates for these positions takes an expert approach.
Companies should do their homework before sending expatriate employees
The use of expatriate employees, individuals who are sent to work and live abroad for a defined period of time, can play a key role in helping to quickly get a new international business unit up and running. At the same time, companies need to consider the expenses involved.
Know your operating cycles and you’ll find working capital easier to manage
When you understand your operating cycle and how money is spent and earned in your business, you are better able to retain control of your valuable working capital. Michael Hengl explains what strong companies do to effectively manage their financial cycles.
Buckeye state once again the epicenter of politics
This coming year, Ohio again will be in the crosshairs of the U.S. political world for “as Ohio goes, so goes the nation.”
Customer concentrations can be a challenge, but also an opportunity
Customer concentration can be a very serious issue for small businesses. A business that relies on a few big customers for a majority of its revenue can easily be brought to its knees when one or two of these customers suddenly pull out.