These days, many companies are embracing the benefits of a remote workforce. On the surface, there are advantages to both sides. For the company, there is a reduced need for office space, allocated parking, workstations, and everything that goes along with having an office presence. Also, it opens up the opportunity to hire top talent…
There are numerous benefits of home care compared to a residential care facility. One of the main benefits is comfort, but did you also know that another benefit is cost. Residential facilities can cost up to hundreds of dollars per day while home care can be an hourly cost. Another added perk that many people…
We face obstacles to progress every single day. Whether you’re stuck behind a slow driver on the freeway or encountering a barrier on the way to reaching a cherished goal, we all have different ways of dealing with the challenge. How do You Deal with Obstacles? Some of us simply ignore the obstacles in our…
Meet Chris Winans of Fidelis Tax and Accounting As Benjamin Franklin wisely noted, “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” That rings true today, which is why it’s so valuable to sit down with a trusted tax accountant in Annapolis. Recently, we connected with Chris Winans of Fidelis…
Every year at holiday time, we reach into our hearts to make sure that local families in need have toys for their children at Christmas. For several years now, we have partnered with Toys for Tots, hosting a toy drop-off for the area, and inspiring our members to get involved. Toys for Tots has…
Coworking provides small businesses with a range of benefits, both quantifiable and otherwise. As the most disruptive thing to happen to office work since—arguably—the dreaded cubicle, the success of coworking can be attributed to many things: Coworking facilitates collaboration Innovation is the product of energy. Energy builds when highly motivated people work in proximity to…
Family-owned businesses are the backbone of the American economy. Studies have shown about 35 percent of Fortune 500 companies are family-controlled and represent the full spectrum of American companies from small businesses to major corporations. This month, we were excited to sit down with Wes Foreman of Foreman Pro Cleaning, a family-owned business here in…
When the temperatures cool, the summer crowds disperse, and the trees begin to show their true colors, Annapolis teems with activities and great things to see and do. Whether you love the bustle of the city or prefer the wide-open rural spaces, there’s something here for everyone. A consensus on the “best” things to…
Sales is a never-ending process that every business owner must engage in. Sometimes it’s easy, sometimes it’s a challenge, but no matter how effective you are at building your pipeline, having a few new ideas is never a bad idea. Closing more sales: quick tips to keep your pipeline moving 1. Know your customer and…
Networking is one of the most effective methods of building your business, but if you are a new business owner, if you consider yourself to be an introvert, or simply don’t have a lot of professional connections, it can be challenging. Networking, however, might be the single most important thing you do in the effort…
