When I was the CFO of a company, we made the switch from an insurance carrier that specialized in homes and small businesses to a true commercial insurance company. I talked with my friend, Brent Westhoven at Beimdiek Insurance, about the differences between a commercial insurance company and one that works more with personal and small business coverage. I used Brent a few years ago when I made the switch and I use him now for my CPA firm. Here are the top differences and rea

Interested in joining a board? First, find a board you are passionate about. If it's a large organization, chances are they already have a full board and there might be a waiting list for joining. So, if you've not served on a board before, start small. There are certain rules, usually most boards follow Robert's rules of orders. So if it's been a while since you've used those, or never have, it would be great to learn how motions happen, from a smaller board first. Second, f

In April, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act was passed which requires many businesses to provide paid leave for employees affected by COVID-19. These rules are in effect through December 31, 2020, so even if it’s over the summer or this fall that an employee meets one of the requirements, business owners need to know that the rules of paid sick time are still in effect. The required paid medical leave rules related to COVID-19 are still in effect through the end of