How many admins/executive assistants do you employ?

• August 11, 2006

Question: I'm wondering how many admin/executive assistants other firms employ. We have 40 "managers" of different levels, with 3 Executive Assistants to support them,...

The pros & cons of reporting gifts to the IRS

• August 07, 2006

We usually don’t advise adding to the staggering tax paperwork you’re already required to fill out. But sometimes, it makes sense to submit...

How Snapper’s CEO said ‘No’to Wal-Mart

• August 01, 2006

When he acquired high-end lawn mower manufacturer Snapper in 2002, CEO Jim Wier’s lowest-priced machine sold for about $350. Because Wal-Mart also sold six other...