A small business owner has a lot of things to take care of while doing business. Since the scale of operation is very sensitive for them, they have to always make sure everything works in a coordinated manner, otherwise, one wrong move could derail the entire business plan. 1,561 more words
With the uncertainty across the globe including the lingering impacts of COVID, many organizations must rethink their business strategies.
Farewell to the 2020 and 2021 years! If you think 2022 will get us back to normal, I bring you bad news. I’m sorry to tell you that you are in error! Today’s small businesses must take a ‘wait and see’ attitude for 2022, because it is riddled with uncertainty and unpredictability about the future. […]
A business cannot afford to remain static. It needs to be operational 24X7 and progress steadily but surely. It isn’t easy to find the right financing to expand one’s reach and enter new markets aggressively. There is a way out, however. A business owner is free to consider debt & equity financing to meet the needs.A careful […]
MARKET INSIDER The bond market could again set the course for the week ahead, after rapidly rising interest rates gave stocks a choppy start to the new year. 1,339 more words
What is Financial Freedom? Financial freedom can be defined in a few ways, however, one common theme is that when you’re able to live your life the way you want and work becomes optional due to the amount of income you have coming in, then you are generally considered financially free. Generally speaking, having more […]
This past weekend, I had the opportunity to join my fellow board members of the Salvation Army of Greater Cleveland Advisory Board in West Cleveland as volunteer bell ringers supporting the Salvation Army’s Advisory Board Kettle Day fund raising effort. It was inspiring to see so many philanthropic business and executive leaders rallying together as a team spending time supporting this important seasonal kindness program. The generosity of the public response was truly overwhelming encountering real people who have been touched by the Salvation Army’s support of communities in need.
Board Members Robert Shenton and Vince Liuzzi GCAS Advisory Board Kettle Day
Did you know… The Salvation Army of Greater Cleveland makes a positive impact in our community serving nearly 1 million hot meals to hundreds of thousands of hungry people, provides over 160,000 nights of shelter and emergency housing services to people without shelter in need of transitionary lodging. Thousands of children and families in need will receive Christmas gifts this year donated by generous people who donate to the many toy drives sponsored by good, charitable companies throughout our region. Emergency shelters are open safely caring for and taking in the homeless. Counseling and recovery centers provide much needed services and support for some of the most vulnerable people living in our community. Visit www.SalvationArmyCleveland.org to learn more.
Ringing the bell in West Cleveland
So you see, everyone has an opportunity and a role to take responsibility in helping others. Without question, I can tell you based on my experiences in business and in life, that “Doing the Most Good” actually feels the most good. Sharing personal time, talents and treasures with people who truly need and deserve our help and support is the very best gift I could offer people who are less fortunate than me.
Regardless of life’s struggles, sadness and extreme challenges, I am incredibly grounded and thankful to be helping others. This holiday season, I ask you to join me in supporting the great works of the Salvation Army, or the charitable organization of your choice. The community needs your support, and you too have much to share. What a better way to celebrate the goodness of the season than to help others in need to feel the help and support of someone who really does care.
Regardless of what holidays we choose to celebrate, November and December can be rough on budgets, especially for college students. Between travel expenses, winter break plans, going out with friends to celebrate the end of the semester, and buying gifts, we often quickly spend much more money than we may have planned. Remember to prioritize […]
Mr. Yousef celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary at Cabeza de Toro, Dominican Republic (September, 2021). An American Psychological Association’s “Stress In America” survey found that 72% of adults reported feeling stressed about money “at least some of the time” (source). Money topped work, family responsibilities, and health concerns as the top source of stress. According […]
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – How can Northeast Indiana and Fort Wayne boost development in economically distressed communities?
Many federal incentive programs have been created over the years, including the New Markets Tax Credit, Empowerment Zones and more; however, the newest investment incentive—Opportunity Zones—may have the most significant tax benefits yet.
Check out this great review of the program – be sure to check out the webinar on the opportunity zones hyperlink – it’s a fantastic overview of the program and gives great examples on how public and private partnerships come together to help communities success. We are #bettertogether