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Military veterans who want to become entrepreneurs can find financial support, training, and other resources in the Philly area

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) The Department of Labor recently reported that 17.9 million men and women are veterans of the U.S. military, with approximately 200,000 entering…

Gene MarksJune 4, 2024

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Business owners can avoid a $10,000 government fee by complying with new transparency law

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) A new law may require business owners to share more information with the federal government — and if you…

Gene MarksMay 21, 2024

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TikTok ban could harm small businesses in Philly and beyond

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) President Joe Biden signed new legislation in April that would effectively ban TikTok unless the owners divest from the platform. Many experts believe…

Gene MarksMay 13, 2024

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How small businesses can make the most out of holidays like Mother’s Day

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) Mother’s Day, which is on May 12 this year, is expected to generate more than $33 billion in spending…

Gene MarksMay 6, 2024

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How business owners can prepare for the FTC’s noncompete ruling to go into effect

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) The Federal Trade Commission issued a rule last week that will effectively eliminate the use of noncompete agreements. The change will…

Gene MarksApril 29, 2024

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As commercial insurance rates skyrocket, how can business owners keep costs down?

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) Over the last two decades, insurance premiums for commercial properties have steadily increased, costing business owners thousands of dollars to protect…

Gene MarksApril 23, 2024

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This little-known program can help small businesses earn money from the federal government

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) With trillions being spent on infrastructure, manufacturing and other programs, just about every business owner I know is interested…

Gene MarksApril 15, 2024

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How small businesses benefit from partnering with ‘fractional’ executives to boost sales and marketing strategies

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) Thanks to the pandemic, as well as an expanding remote workforce, better online tools, and the desire…

Gene MarksApril 2, 2024

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It’s tax season. Here’s how you can get a head start on ways to cut your 2024 federal business taxes.

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) Though filing your 2023 taxes may be on your mind this time of year, it’s also a good…

Gene MarksMarch 27, 2024

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‘Elections can create a lot of friction’: How to deal with politics in your office

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) It’s an election year and — given the high stakes — it’s more important than ever for…

Gene MarksMarch 22, 2024