March 2, 2022
When You’re Behind the (Proverbial) Eight Ball
We are constantly bombarded with news and information about 5G. How fast it is, what it can allow us to do, how it may interfere…
February 23, 2022
Founder’s Syndrome Can be Deadly (to the Business)
I’m working with a client whose company was hurt and is experiencing a slow recovery. After decades of ownership the owner is burned out and…
February 16, 2022
It’s Not a Problem, It’s Just Small Business Accounting
While evaluating a company, there were some questions about how some financial transactions are handled on the books. Multiple theories of what could be going…
February 11, 2022
The Great Resignation = Taking Control
“The pandemic has unleashed a historic burst in entrepreneurship and self-employment. Hundreds of thousands of Americans are striking out on their own as consultants, retailers,…
February 10, 2022
Overthinking is Prevalent
On New Year's Eve I was talking with a new business owner. He closed his deal and takes over operations on January 3. During the…
January 26, 2022
You’re Betting on Yourself
While having lunch with a client he said being a business owner means you’re “betting on yourself,” which is so true. It’s the same thing…
January 19, 2022
Was it Covid or Was it Not?
According to the New York Times, the current situation with Covid and the economy breaks down into two distinct categories. Republican politicians have done their…
January 12, 2022
Sand Trees (Will Disappear)
We were in Florida in early December and happened to see the Palm Beach Christmas displays. The tree in the photo is made of sand.…
January 8, 2022
Business Buy-Sell Facts
It surprised me when I saw that in less than a week my podcast on business buy sell facts was one of the most popular…
January 5, 2022
Pulling the trigger
After a couple phone conversations plus zoom meetings a (supposed) business buyer wrote me and made three points, which were: His concern over fees.Uncertainty about…
