Small Business Jobs and Credit Act — Why It Isn’t Working
It will provide for loans to small businesses. However, too many are struggling and they won’t qualify for funds because of poor credit ratings, which means they won’t be creating the touted 500,000 jobs. Plus, the tax incentives only apply to companies with abundant capital.
[Read more...]I-1098’s Impact on Economic Development in Washington?
You’ve heard the rhetoric. Initiative 1098 , the controversial income-tax proposal, has become one of the most divisive issues in Washington state.
[Read more...]Is Your Great Recession Over? The NBER Says It Is
Yes, the NBER is right. But the bailouts, healthcare law, and financial regulatory reform have failed to solve the catalysts for the Great Recession.
[Read more...]Career Strategies: How to Get a C-Level Job
If you’re climbing the corporate ladder and have designs on a C-level job, a noted Stanford University professor has some excellent advice.
[Read more...]Washington Needs Soul-Searching in Public Policy, Budgeting – and Action
So now we have further confirmation that Washington state is way overdue in launching a prudent approach to public policy and budgeting. Officially, the state forecasts another $1.4 billion shortfall until June, 2013. That means red ink totaling at least $4.5 billion, and the right solutions haven’t been implemented.
[Read more...]Winners and Losers in Facebook’s Invasion of Google’s Turf
The world has been buzzing about Facebook’s achievement over Google. Harness the power of Facebook, but don’t let it make your Web site irrelevant.
[Read more...]Human Resources – Profit By Not Letting Your Stars Become Free Agents
Like baseball, it’s important to identify talented performers and then take care of them. Follow these steps – you’ll be rewarded with a grand slam.
[Read more...]Russell Investments Survey: 88% of Financial Advisers Change Approach
Dynamic marketplace changes have prompted many financial advisers to change their approaches for clients, according to the new quarterly survey by Russell Investments.
[Read more...]Human Resources: 2 Emerging Trends in Technology
Two trends have emerged in the technology sector: Tech is slow to add jobs and salaries are stagnant for seasoned professionals.
[Read more...]Economic Climate for Small Business – Has Obama Misread the 3 Ms?
President Obama has misread his small-business 3Ms – he won’t be confused with Abraham Lincoln for policies and Franklin Roosevelt for messaging.
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