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Philly.com

When does an employee’s commute become paid work time?

(This column originally appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer) If you have hourly employees who split their time between home, the office and customer locations, you…

Gene MarksOctober 6, 2026

Washington Times

When will energy prices fall? Follow the money, find out

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) When will oil prices come down? Do not ask a television pundit. Ask the people risking billions…

Gene MarksSeptember 30, 2026

Entrepreneur

After Over 30 Years in Business, Interior Designer Nate Berkus Shares the Lessons Behind His Enduring Success

(This column originally appeared in Entrepreneur) Key Takeaways Build teams and delegate: Great companies scale by not having the founder do everything. Keep your toe…

Gene MarksJuly 27, 2026

Entrepreneur

The 7 Things I Do Every December to Set My Business Up for the Year Ahead

(This column originally appeared in Entrepreneur) Key Takeaways A long-standing annual ritual helps a small business owner reflect on the past year, clarify priorities and prepare…

Gene MarksDecember 26, 2025

Philly.com

Tips on Airbnb hosting from a few Philly experts

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Are you thinking of making a few extra bucks by being an Airbnb host? You aren’t alone. Philadelphia had…

Gene MarksJuly 30, 2025

Guardian

It’s business as usual as in person conferences catch up to pre-Covid levels

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) Hesitant about holding or attending an in-person event because of Covid or other communicable viruses? You’re very much…

Gene MarksJanuary 15, 2023

Guardian

Pandemic restrictions in US are lifting and business is getting back on the road

(This article originally appeared in The Guardian) If you’re a business owner and you’re still tentative about getting back on the road to see your…

Gene MarksJune 27, 2021

Philly.com

Is it time to consider Airbnb for your next business trip?

(This post originally appeared on Philly.com) Over the past few years my family and I have enjoyed staying at the shared homes offered by Airbnb…

Gene MarksAugust 6, 2019

client posts

Will Orlando Be My Happiest Place on Earth?

This post was sponsored by National Car Rental. All opinions expressed in the post are my own and not those of National Car Rental. I…

Gene MarksMay 2, 2019