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No Tax on Tips? A Short-Sighted Tactic Ignoring Real Solutions
How Even Non-Techies Can Use AI to Write a Smarter Business Plan
Some people talk about AI like it’s either going to replace humans or solve world peace. Let’s be real—it’s neither. For small business…
Tariffs Turn the Tables: How to Keep Your Margins from Getting Mugged
If you’ve noticed your supplier invoices creeping up, it’s not “just inflation.” The new tariffs are landing hard — in some cases, adding…
What Breaks First Isn’t the Product
There’s a common belief among founders that when a company starts to grow, the first thing that breaks is the product. Or maybe the…
Don’t Let Loyalty Go to Voicemail: A Business Lesson from My Friend's Alarm System
The other day, my friend called me about her ADT security system. It’s one of those older setups that still runs through a landline….
How Music Tempo Impacts Restaurant Flow (and the Bottom Line)
Here’s something restaurant owners rarely think about — how music influences how fast people eat, how long they stay, and even how much…
AI Transformations Done Right
AI has the potential to revolutionize businesses, from supply chains to customer service. For instance, AI-powered demand forecasting has already helped retailers optimize inventory levels, while chatbots have transformed customer support by reducing response times and improving service.It’s an exciting frontier—one that promises efficiency, intelligence, and a competitive edge. But there’s a hard truth that many companies ignore: Only 4%
The Biggest Roadblocks to Scaling Your Business (And How to Fix Them)
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from working with businesses across different industries, it’s this— growth isn’t just about getting…
Is it time to break up with your broker dealer?
In today’s episode, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury talks with Alanah Phillips, founder of Advisor Launch Lab and Break Up with Your Broker Dealer. She guides women advisors on how to best leave unhealthy cultures and find the jobs of their dreams. Alanah is also a speaker, podcast host, and recruiter in the RIA channel.
Alanah makes the analogy between escaping an
Discussing Religion, Politics or Gender in the Workplace
There are few topics that remain as complex as they are sensitive, especially with co-workers. The big three are religion, politics and gender. These subjects hold profound importance in our lives and are at the core of …