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Attracting Talent

December 20, 2018

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Doug and Polly

Q. I own a small business that is poised for growth, but I’m having problems attracting talented people. How can I convince seasoned executives with the experience I need to come work for my small company? 

B. Your small business is competing for talent with the “big dogs” in town―compa...

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Internet Marketing

December 13, 2018

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Doug and Polly

Q. I've been thinking about employing a company to launch a very extensive internet and social media marketing campaign for my business. By the time I pay for all of the pieces (for example, Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, a community manager, etc.) it will be a ve...

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Cash v. Accrual

December 6, 2018

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Doug and Polly

Q. As the New Year approaches, I am considering switching from cash accounting to accrual accounting for my small business. Do you think this makes sense?

A. This is an issue with much nuance. The Internal Revenue Code requires some companies to use accrual accounting for tax purposes....

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