As a business owner, you are faced with myriad daily issues that require your focused attention. Some of these decisions are significant, and others are minor. In every case, you are required to analyze and think through the implications of those decisions before you make them. Two elements can arise in that environment – overthinking… Continue reading The 10 Best Books For Overthinkers
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Fire It Up by Reggie Smith – A Brief Book Review
Understand your audience If you’re looking to fire up your audience, you must understand them first. That’s where Reggie Smith comes in. In his book, “Fire It Up,” Smith lays out a simple but effective framework for understanding who your audience is and what they want. By truly understanding your audience, you’ll be able to… Continue reading Fire It Up by Reggie Smith – A Brief Book Review
How Long Can The IRS Collect Back Taxes?
What is the statute of limitations for the IRS to collect back taxes? The IRS statute of limitations or Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED) for the IRS to collect back taxes varies depending on the tax return. For instance, if a tax return is filed on time, the statute of limitations is generally three years… Continue reading How Long Can The IRS Collect Back Taxes?
Is There An Inheritance Tax In Florida?
What are Inheritance and Estate Taxes Inheritance taxes are paid by the individual heirs who receive inherited property. While there is no Federal inheritance tax, some states treat inheritance as income and will tax the recipient of an inheritance. The decedent’s estate pays estate taxes before the estate assets are distributed to the heirs. Florida… Continue reading Is There An Inheritance Tax In Florida?
Getting Naked by Patrick Lencioni – Book Review
I’ve spent years in professional services and higher education- for most of my career. Getting Naked summarizes everything that is wrong with traditional approaches to selling “expertise.” I’ve heard Patrick speak in person several times, and each time walk away with something new and transformative. This book is another masterpiece in a long line of… Continue reading Getting Naked by Patrick Lencioni – Book Review
What Does CTG Mean In Real Estate?
You might be new to real estate and have seen or heard about a property that was “CTG.” What is CTG status, and how does it impact your analysis of the property? CTG is real estate shorthand for “contingent.” This means that the property has an offer subject to one or more contingencies. What is… Continue reading What Does CTG Mean In Real Estate?
The True Believer by Eric Hoffer – Book Review
The True Believer: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements It is amazing that the author was a stevedore on the San Francisco Waterfront. The book covers the key elements and approaches to mass movements and fanatical followings. The insights into the leadership characteristics, personalities, and twentieth-century movements of Fascism, Communism, Nazism, Indian independence, FDR,… Continue reading The True Believer by Eric Hoffer – Book Review
Wealth Without Risk by Charles Givens – Book Review
What is Charles Givens’ philosophy on wealth and risk management Charles Givens was a leading expert on wealth and risk management, and his philosophy was centered around a few key principles. First, he believed that wealth should be viewed as an end in itself, not merely as a means to acquiring even more wealth. Additionally,… Continue reading Wealth Without Risk by Charles Givens – Book Review
How Is An LLC Treated In A Divorce?
What is an LLC An LLC, or limited liability company, is a business structure that provides special legal protections for its owners. Unlike other entities, such as a sole proprietorship and a general partnership, the owners of an LLC are shielded from personal liability for the debts and obligations of their company. In other words,… Continue reading How Is An LLC Treated In A Divorce?
Friction by Roger Dooley – Book Review
Well written and well researched, Roger Dooley wrote a masterpiece of insights into consumer behavior in “Friction.” One of the better business books I’ve read in the last few years, Dooley provides a window into the sources of intentional and unintentional friction in transactions, relationships, and consumer behavior that drive our behaviors. His insights provide a collage… Continue reading Friction by Roger Dooley – Book Review