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Newsbytes
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 426
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbytes” spotlights a nonprofit’s innovative revenue-producing effort during the COVID-19 pandemic, employees’ heightened interest in unions and unfortunate drops in donations.
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Influencer marketing comes to nonprofits
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 619
Abstract: With the competition for donation dollars fierce these days, nonprofits increasingly are turning to so-called influencers — celebrities, famous entertainers and others — to help drum up interest in a cost-efficient manner. This article provides nonprofits what they need to know to get started.
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Classifying workers as employees or independent contractors – When bringing back workers, follow the rules
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 685
Abstract: Part of a nonprofit’s entrance into the “new normal” nonprofit world may involve rehiring workers — and perhaps hiring some new replacements. For tax obligation purposes, an employer will be required to classify those workers as employees or independent contractors. This article explains how the IRS determines into which category an individual falls.
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5 planning strategies in uncertain times
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 802
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic, waves of civil unrest and rocky economic times have led to a tsunami of external and internal forces for which many nonprofits have found themselves unprepared. Organizations are struggling to continue serving their constituencies while keeping their employees safe and doors open to the extent permitted, all under the shadow of questions about funding. This article offers planning strategies to help nonprofit leaders navigate today’s turbulent waters.
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Monitor these metrics to boost online profitability
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 324
Abstract: Much of selling moved online during the COVID-19 crisis this spring for practically all retailers, including automobile dealerships. The percentage of vehicles sold online increased from less than 10% before the pandemic to 27% in April. This article highlights ways to boost profits in this environment, notably by increasing the profitability of online sales.
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Pandemic buying: Consumer trends to track
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 638
Abstract: Several consumer automotive trends have emerged since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. They provide valuable insights into how consumers view the purchase and ownership of cars and trucks in the current environment. This article highlights three trends: car ownership becoming more comforting, customers expecting to find great deals, and buyers relying more heavily on digital dealership interactions.
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Controlling cash in a down economy
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 681
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has created an economic downturn of a severity seldom experienced in our nation. Many businesses, including dealerships, have turned to government and business loans to help keep them up and running. But there may be other sources of cash, right in the dealership, that should also be explored. This article looks at three of these cash sources: salaries, inventory and receivables.
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The “new normal” – How to succeed in the shadow of COVID-19
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 822
Abstract: COVID-19 has resulted in new ways of doing business. Practically everything from the way buyers shop for vehicles and perform test drives to how paperwork is handled has changed due to the pandemic. This article discusses changes that may be here to stay, such as increased online sales, bumped-up use of digital tools, and limited employee and customer in-store contact. A sidebar spotlights supply chain disruptions.
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Client surveys: Ask not what your clients can do for you …
Fall 2019
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 455
Abstract: With 2020 slowly dawning on the horizon, law firms should think now about sending year-end surveys to their clients. Done right, surveys provide a great tool for getting a read on clients’ satisfaction levels, as well as increasing firms’ books of business. This article discusses survey methods and what information firms can gather.
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Going green can pay off for law firms
Fall 2019
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 567
Abstract: Adopting green practices is no longer just about protecting the environment – both clients and job candidates increasingly are considering law firms’ sustainability efforts these days. This article looks at how, focusing on areas such as paper use, energy conservation, smart design and procurement, law firms make themselves more appealing to these potential stakeholders.
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How much capital is enough? How to assess your firm’s need for capital
Fall 2019
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 684
Abstract: Having a sufficient amount of capital to support daily operations is something all law firms must determine. To offset gaps in cash flow due to expenses, law firm billing and collections, law firms may require larger partner capital contributions. This article reviews why having a capital plan in place will help with the uncertainty and provide partners and other stakeholders with a sense of stability.
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5 tips for managing and improving your firm’s cash flow
Fall 2019
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 782
Abstract: While many law firms focus on profitability, some firms can overlook the critical role that cash flow plays in both day-to-day operations and long-term sustainability. After all, law firms can’t generate revenue if they don’t have sufficient cash to keep the doors open. This article examines five practices that can help position firms for success and growth.
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Risky business: Valuation rules of thumb
Fall 2019
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 429
Abstract: Determining the market value of a construction company may be necessary or desirable for many reasons, including a business sale or for succession planning. Some contractors may use valuation rules of thumb to do so, but that’s risky business. This article explains why, providing examples of how countless factors affect a business valuation.
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Would you recognize an indirect cost if you saw one?
Fall 2019
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 549
Abstract: Indirect costs can have a substantial impact on a construction company’s financial picture and bottom line. But they’re not always the easiest things to “see.” This article brings indirect costs into focus by defining them, distinguishing the costs from overhead and explaining how to use a “cost driver” to allocate them.
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Outsourcing employment tasks to a PEO
Fall 2019
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 661
Abstract: After reaching a certain level of success, many construction companies struggle to keep up with employment and human resources tasks. One solution may be to outsource these functions to a professional employer organization (PEO). This article explores the benefits and risks of PEOs.
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Year-end tax planning – Tax benefits available to small businesses
Fall 2019
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 923
Abstract: Companies that qualify as “small businesses” enjoy several tax benefits. Whether a company qualifies depends on a gross receipts threshold that was recently increased under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This article explains the advantages of small business status and how to calculate the gross receipts test. A sidebar looks at the perhaps surprising definition of a “tax shelter.”