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The biggest challenges Chicago area small businesses are facing this year

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) Chicago area small businesses are used to uncertainty and dealing with many challenges. This year is no exception.…

Gene MarksMay 3, 2026

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AI is already changing how lawyers work — ready or not

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) AI assistants like ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini and even Grok are growing in popularity among the local legal…

Gene MarksFebruary 22, 2026

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Recommended AI and tech tools for accountants to consider in 2026

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) Thanks to AI, the world of technology is rapidly changing. As a certified public accountant, I’ve been testing…

Gene MarksNovember 10, 2025

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The EEOC has changed its rules on DEI. Here’s what employers need to know

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) This past March the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), following a previously issued executive order by the Trump administration on…

Gene MarksSeptember 21, 2025

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Cybersecurity threats are growing. Here are 3 ways to protect your small business.

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) According to a recent report from financial services provider Mastercard, 46% of the small and medium-sized businesses they surveyed worldwide…

Gene MarksAugust 10, 2025

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For small businesses, these are the 3 economic metrics that really matter in 2025

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) If you’re running a business you have to pay close attention to the economy. Failure to do so…

Gene MarksMay 25, 2025

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New employment laws are impacting Illinois companies. Here are 2 worth noting

(This column originally appeared in the Daily Herald) If you’re an employer in Illinois, there are a number of new rules and regulations taking effect this…

Gene MarksFebruary 22, 2025

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How are suburban business owners really using AI?

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) There’s been a lot of excitement around all the generative AI tools available, and according to a recent…

Gene MarksOctober 27, 2024

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Transforming 401(k) plans for small businesses: New tax credits, Roth options and more

(This column originally appeared in the Daily Herald) According to a recent study from benefits provider Sharebuilder, only 24% of small businesses offer a 401(k) retirement plan for…

Gene MarksSeptember 5, 2024

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Everything you need to know about Small Business Administration loans

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) With interest rates and the cost of borrowing so high, many small businesses are finding it harder to…

Gene MarksJuly 16, 2024