How Will Your Business Respond to Obamacare?
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s quarterly small-business outlook survey, half of small businesses affected by the new health-care law plan to either cut hours or reduce full-time workers…
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Tips for Getting Out of a Business Rut
Running a business has its ups and downs. Sometimes you encounter problems when things don’t go according to plan and you start to dig yourself into a good old-fashioned rut….
Follow Up Regarding Affordable Healthcare Act Delays
Since last week’s blog post, the White House formally announced the delay of the Small Business Health Insurance Exchange (SHOP), as well as several other components of the Affordable Care…
Small-Business Health Options Programs Face Delays
Many small businesses are looking forward to the new health insurance exchanges that will allow them to shop around for plans. However, the Government Accountability Office recently announced that there…
Texas Franchise Tax Bill Provides Tax Benefits to Businesses
A significant Texas franchise tax bill, House Bill 500 (H.B. 500), was signed by Governor Perry on June 14, 2013. The H.B. 500 contains changes to franchise tax regulations that…
Startup Innovation Credit Act of 2013 Emerges in Congress
While lawmakers may not agree on what to do about the U.S. economy, CFOs and other senior executives agree that job creation is a good place to start. In an…
New Guidance Offered on ACA Requirement of Insurance Notice
New guidance has been issued on the Affordable Care Act requirement that employers provide employees with a notice of their health insurance coverage options available through the future health insurance…
5 Technology-Driven Trends Benefiting Small Businesses
More and more people are interested in starting their own businesses these days. Ever since the recession hit, new grads decided to start their own companies rather than wait for…
Preparing Now for Healthcare Reform
Some of the more widely publicized provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“PPACA”) affecting employer group health plans are set to go into effect in 2014. While…
Tips to Help You Lead with Confidence
Confidence is crucial when it comes to being a leader. However, self-assurance doesn’t come naturally for many. It takes time to accept and fine tune your skills, strengths and abilities….