Nonprofit
Socially-minded entrepreneurs often ask me whether they should become a nonprofit. Usually, this is shorthand for a 501(c)3 tax designation. 501(c)3s are exempt from federal tax and can accept tax-deductible donations from private foundations and public charities. Before you say, “Yay, free money!” understand some of the downsides.
CAN-SPAM
A 2003 US law that applies to using email for commercial solicitation. The acronym means Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act (And people say Congress isn’t fun). CAN-SPAM established seven rules for commercial emails.
Controller
A controller will transform your financial statements into useful information and elevate your reports into useful management insights. A controller should be able to build forecasts, evaluate labor costs, and assess margins and profitability.
I blew all my money
Be a more strategic leader and more effective manager of your business finances by embracing the difference between investing and spending. I’ll show you how.
You don’t have to be a jerk to change the world
What should founders and business owners avoid? Let’s take a look at some lessons learned from Elon Musk.
Planning Now? Ask yourself these five questions
Business planning is more effective if approached from what you want and believe and where you want to go. I’ve got 5 questions to help you figure it out.
August Roundup for Small Business Owners
Pink still goes with everything, Fed says no recession thanks to Swifties and the Beyhive, all-new I-9, and more.
What Small Businesses Can Learn from Barbie
Spaces big brands rarely occupy…
How money beliefs affect our planning
I’ve yet to meet a founder that hasn’t confronted a limiting belief around money in their journey of entrepreneurial growth. To get your mind right with money, I encourage you to explore two mindsets: growth and abundance.
How to prepare for Q4 this summer
What to do to make Q4 merry and bright.