One in Four Pessimistic About Retirement
The percentage of workers who are “not at all confident” that they will have a comfortable retirement rose to 27 percent in the 2011 Retirement Confidence Survey, an annual survey conducted by the Employee Benefit Research Institute. This percentage is 5 points higher than the survey results in 2010. And, in the 21 years of…
Service Leaders Focus on Employee Loyalty
The way managers approach their job tends to evolve over time. The archetypal manager 100 years ago was a no-nonsense authority figure who acted as overseer, making sure employees were hard at work and not goofing off. By the 1960s, ideas about management became more liberal and democratic. Managers were more likely to elicit employees’…
Would College Interns Help Your Nonprofit?
Whatever area of your nonprofit that needs help – whether it’s accounting, program development, evaluation, marketing or direct client assistance – a college intern can provide a desperately needed extra pair of hands. An intern’s willingness to take on lesser, novice tasks frees up your staff to concentrate on more important priorities. And, students at…
Do You Know How Much Your Law Firm is Worth?
Do you have partners in your practice who will be retiring within the next five to ten years? If so, it’s time to start developing a transition plan for when the time comes. Understanding how the value of your practice is determined can help you plan for a smooth transition as well as implement strategies…
Five Airline Headaches to Avoid
Lost luggage. Getting stuck on the tarmac for hours. Unexpected flight changes. Missed connections. These airline disasters have ruined vacations and business trips for many travelers. While you can’t avoid every airline nightmare, you can take steps to minimize the chance of one occurring and maximize your chance for a good night’s sleep at your…
Oops, Need to Change Your Income Tax Return?
Having second thoughts about your tax return? Realize you forgot to include something important? An amended tax return allows you to file again to correct your filing status or income or to add deductions or credits you may have missed. Here are eight points the IRS wants you to know about amending your federal income…
Spreadsheet Can Help in Analyzing Budget
Having trouble keeping up with all the funding sources and expenses included in your nonprofit budget? A spreadsheet can help identify exactly what is funded – or not funded – in your organization. This tool can show you exactly how much is needed to cover staff positions and costs, as well as help you plan…
Five Ways a CPA Can Help Your Law Practice
Your CPA is a vital member of your legal team. But when should you call your CPA for assistance? The short answer is, “Whenever business issues or numbers are involved.” Here are five ways you can involve your CPA in litigation and practice management matters to help you realize greater profit and have a healthier…
Student Loans Mean Adult Responsibilities
The number of college graduates who owe large sums of money for their college loans has been a hot topic lately. In recent years, education loans have been widely available, and many have taken advantage of them. But some borrowers seem shocked when they start receiving the bills for their loans after graduation. It’s as…
The High Price of Sleep-deprived Employees
The headlines of recent articles on the effects of sleep deprivation on health and work say it all: Sleep-deprived workers cost U.S. $63.2 billion Insomnia costs sleep-deprived employees 252 million productive days a year A deadly case of sleep deprivation Sleep-deprived employees may make risky decisions Too little sleep: the new performance killer A study…