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Consider yourself lucky if your small business worked with Silicon Valley Bank | Gene Marks
Yes, there were some scary moments, it was poorly regulated and your bank failed to protect your money – but you got it back
Gene Marks
26, Mar, 2023 @10:00 AM
‘Guilt tipping’: is there any escape from the gratuitous rise in gratuities? | Gene Marks
Have you had a point-of-sale device spun round after minimal service inviting you to add a tip starting at 20%? You are not alone
Gene Marks
19, Mar, 2023 @10:00 AM
A four-day week can work for US small business owners. Hear me out | Gene Marks
Many of my clients are doubtful of a four-day work week. But embrace it – it’s a carrot to dangle, and it’ll help you attract talent
Gene Marks
12, Mar, 2023 @10:00 AM
Why aren’t more small business owners taking advantage of government help?
Many entrepreneurs often overlook programs and tax incentives designed to lend them a helping hand – to their own detriment
Gene Marks
19, Feb, 2023 @12:00 PM
My company has been virtual for 18 years. Remote working is tough
The office expenses I’ve saved on since 2005 have come at the expense of my company’s culture
Gene Marks
12, Feb, 2023 @11:00 AM
I love the UK. But I’m glad I’m running my small business in the US | Gene Marks
I’m in London this month, and energy costs and inflation are hitting business owners hard. I don’t envy my UK counterparts
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29, Jan, 2023 @11:00 AM
Unlimited holiday time for workers is good for business – even small ones | Gene Marks
Work-life balance is a critical benefit, and offering it can be a powerful recruiting tool and unexpected cost saver
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22, Jan, 2023 @12:00 PM
It’s business as usual as in person conferences catch up to pre-Covid levels
Infection rates may still be high but for many, Covid is in the rear-view mirror, especially for those in the convention world
Gene Marks
15, Jan, 2023 @12:00 PM
The writing’s on the wall for the paper check – but I’m still going to miss it | Gene Marks
Using a paper check is a tedious process, but it’s also tangible evidence of stability and reliability
Gene Marks
08, Jan, 2023 @11:00 AM
Do small businesses really need non-compete clauses? Not really | Gene Marks
These types of restrictions serve a purpose, at least for some companies of a particular size – otherwise, let workers go where they please
Gene Marks
25, Dec, 2022 @11:00 AM
For US small businesses, interest rates are next year’s key issue
It’s going to be a painful year for many business owners. But there is good news – this won’t last for ever
Gene Marks
25, Dec, 2022 @11:00 AM
I have no problem hiring ex-offenders. But they’re being let down
I don’t care if a candidate for my company’s open position has a criminal record. But I do care about something more important
Gene Marks
04, Dec, 2022 @11:00 AM
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