For most business owners and executives, speaking to the media is unfamiliar terrain. It’s not something you’re taught in business school, and it’s certainly not a skill you develop during the normal course of running a company. Yet when the cameras roll or a reporter calls, your ability to communicate can shape public perception of you and your brand—for better
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The Risks of Hiring a Virtual Assistant
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*Monitoring Attendance and Performance*
Without in-person supervision, tracking hours and output becomes harder. Key concerns include:
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When AI Lies: Understanding the Weird World of AI Hallucinations
Artificial Intelligence is impressive.
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Active vs Passive Life Insurance Policy Management
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Rebuilding a Reputation Requires Strategy, Not Hope
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Managing your reputation is not just about optics. It’s about long-term survival. If you are
How Business Owners Can Legally Pay Their Kids and Build Tax-Free Wealth
Discover how business owners can legally pay their children and build tax-free wealth for kids using a simple yet powerful strategy involving Roth IRAs, tax deductions, and compound growth.
Blog Post and Transcription: https://www.bloomwoodcapital.com/post/mastering-tax-bracket-management-smart-strategies-to-reduce-your-tax-bill
Apple Podcast Version: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wb9-tax-bracket-management/id1778522619?i=1000698330454
Spotify Podcast Version:https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Lhz1TpG4TgWFYIhMvGtRF?si=8fc2523f1b284876