Jan. 5, 2012 - With the economy showing signs of improvement, the U.S. Small Business Administration has revisited an existing loan-guarantee program and made it simpler, more user-friendly for banks and borrowers and more relevant to the real world.

Dec. 1, 2011 - Two current provisions in the tax code make purchasing new assets before year-end very attractive. These so-called “accelerated tax deductions” allow taxpayers to deduct some, or all, of the capital goods price in the year of purchase.

Aug. 18, 2011 — The U.S. Supreme Court’s reversal of a Fourth Circuit ruling on interpretation of the word “make” brings some relief to service providers and secondary actors such as bankers, lawyers, accountants, and investment advisers who routinely assist with the preparation of prospectuses for clients in the purchase or sale or securities.

Feb. 23, 2012 - Survey finds that acculturation is the top priority in onboarding, followed by aligning employees with organizational goals. Start updating your onboarding strategy now to engage, align and retain top talent starting on day one.

Feb. 16, 2012 - National winners of the 2011 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For exemplified the best of the best in innovative human resource initiatives that encouraged such key characteristics as employee engagement and commitment and positive work/life balance.

Feb. 16, 2012 - To attract and retain skilled and creative employees, many companies are overlooking a perk that could help them snag top hires: The chance to work away from the office. All companies from small to large are able to offer this as a perk – with a plan in mind. So what does it take?

Feb. 23, 2012 - Are you stuck in a sales rut? Learn how to set and meet better sales goals by measuring levels of achievement and analyzing the effectiveness of your sales force.

?Feb. 16, 2012 - If you are not gaining the best success in your marketing efforts then think in terms of New York style pizza. First look at the whole pie and then slice accordingly and watch your investment soar.

Feb. 2, 2012 - Effective networking can increase your visibility and strengthen your career. The more people you meet the more that know you. The most successful people in the world have vast networks.

Jan. 19, 2012 - Diversity needs to be more about inclusion and provide tangible tools that will help employees do their job more effectively.

Jan. 8, 2012 - The light shined on urban style, autos and diversity as 16th Annual Urban Wheel Awards throttled up events at The North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The awards honor companies, executives, suppliers and others for recognizing the growing multicultural consumer and embracing diversity in operations and mission.

March 17, 2011 - Even in an atmosphere where “government service” is in question, “government services” still need to be fulfilled. Someone has to take out the trash, wash the floors after demonstrations, and provide security when full-time resources are reduced. That’s where Manisha Dotson and her Nisha Industries show their stuff. Hopefully, she’s typical of the small beacons of light leading toward economic recovery.