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Business Operations -Board Members’ Series (Part 3)
Part 3 of a 5 Part Series
An Organization’s management is charged with managing the day-to-day operations of the non-for-profit; however, this does not relieve Board Members from taking on certain 
oversight responsibilities.
5 Key Metrics You Should be Monitoring in Your Professional Services Business
Running a professional services firm requires a steady hand a keen eye. You have to be able to implement changes on the ground in real-time. read more…
5 Efficiency Tools You Should Evaluate
Do you ever feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day? Do large, important tasks get waylaid by frequent, trivial disruptions? You’re not alone!
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The Pros and Cons of Selling to Employee(s)
If you’re planning on selling your business, one potential market is your current employees. They understand the business and how it runs. They have some sense of the value, or potential value of the business. But before you offer to sell to your employees, 
you should know the pros and cons of taking that route.
10 Cash Flow Killers that Crush Small Companies
Cash is the lifeblood of any small business. With sufficient cash flow you’re more nimble and have greater freedom. Without it, you’re a captive to covering your next payroll.
What We’re Reading (Part 2)
Earlier in the year, we shared a list of business-related books we enjoyed reading and in which we found great value. It was very well received, so we thought we’d share more of our favorites.
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10 Keys for a Faster Year-End Close
Depending on whether your organization is on a calendar or fiscal year, you may have just 
gone through a year-end close, or you’re looking forward to one (using the phrase “looking forward to” very loosely.) Do you find the year-end closing process to be an arduous ordeal or a series of sure, predictable events? What if I told you could make year-end closings faster and easier?
What You Must Know if You Are Planning to Hire Employees in the Coming Weeks
If you are an employer planning to add to your workforce, you need to know about the recent change regarding Form I-9, the Employment Eligibility Verification form. Form I-9 is compulsory for all employers to confirm every newly hired employee’s identity and that they are authorized to work in the United States.
REAL ID: What it is and how it will affect you
Credit: U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Secure driver’s licenses and identification documents are a vital component of a holistic national security strategy. Law enforcement must be able to rely on government-issued identification documents and know that the bearer of such a document is who he or she claims to be. 
The REAL ID Act is a coordinated effort by the states and the Federal Government to improve the reliability and accuracy of state-issued identification documents, which should inhibit terrorists’ ability to evade detection by using fraudulent identification.
Since 1938, Zinner has counseled individuals and businesses from start-up to succession. At Zinner, we strive to ensure we understand your business and recognize threats that could impact your financial situation.
Getting Older Still Has Its Tax Benefits
Bonus Senior Deduction Beginning with the 2025 tax year, seniors age 65 and older are eligible for a new tax break designed to provide meaningful relief at filing time. The new Bonus Senior Deduction, available through at least 2028, is aimed at helping...
Stay Safe While Shopping Online This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for joy, giving, and finding the perfect gifts for friends and family. Online shopping makes this easier than ever, but it also brings risks like scams, fraud, and cyber threats. To help you shop with confidence, here are 10 essential tips...
Employee Leave Donation
You may have heard the terms “donated leave” or “leave sharing” being used within the business community over the past few years. This has been something that various companies have adopted to help boost morale, promote compassion, and support their employees....
ODJFS adds new technology and customer service fee
In a letter dated Nov. 7, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Director Matt Damschroder explained a new fee that employers will be charged on their quarterly unemployment insurance tax rate. Included within Ohio’s recently passed biennial budget (House Bill 96)...
What Does the Government Shutdown mean as Oct. 15 approaches?
Extended Filing Due Date Approaches for 2024 Individual Income and Gift Tax Returns As the Oct. 15, extension deadline looms for filing 2024 individual income and gift tax returns, what does the federal government shutdown mean for Internal Revenue Service employees...
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