Archive for October, 2008
31 October 2008 Darryl Lyons of Pax Financial Group
Let’s face it; we all go into business to provide savings for our families. Whether it is your childs college fund, or retirement, lately the market can be stressful. Should we keep our money where it is, or cut and run? This week’s guest, Darryl Lyons of Pax Financial Group (http://www.paxfinancialgroup.com) is here to help us with the unknown. read more...
24 Oct 08 STF Welcomes Roni Lynn Deutch, the Tax Lady
Join Sparks to Flame as we listen to the energetic and information Roni Lynn Deutch, talk tax law. Deutch debunks a few myths and tells us which industries are more likely than others to receive that dreaded attention from the IRS. In this enjoyable half hour, you’ll learn what to do and say if you receive a letter from the IRS. read more...
17 October 08 Adam Hartung
Talk about creativity; this weeks guest, speaks the language all successful business owners need to understand. He is the CEO of Spark Partners, a strategic consultancy firm. Hartung is the author of Create Marketplace Disruptions, which we plan to discuss at a future date. His book encapsulates his belief that one needs to get outside the box, and then think. Hartung’s book outlines his process known as The Phoenix Principal. He has been developing and honing this process for the past 12 years with company’s such as, PepsiCo, DuPont and Computer Science Corporation. As the proponent of business improvement models, I encourage you to listen as Adam discusses what it will take for your business to succeed in the future. I know you will find him as engaging and thought provoking as I. read more...
Creativity; a benefit in business?
Norman Vincent Peale, most notably the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, said: read more...
10 Oct. 08 Paul Henry of Henry and Associates, LLC Talks Economy and Politics
My friend and mentor Paul Henry of Henry and Associates, LLC joins STF to talk economy and politics. Henry’s background makes him for this discussion. He began his legal career at Manatt, Phelps, and Philips, in Washington, D.C., where he focused on administrative agency law, practicing before a number of federal agencies. Following this tenure, Henry was appointed to serve as General Counsel to a subcommittee of the United States Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, where he assisted in the development of environmental legislation, including attempts to reauthorize The Clean Water Act, The Clean Air Act, CERCLA, and other bills. Henry also has held several politically appointed posts in the federal government and has served as a senior staff member in the House of Representatives. In addition, he served as a senior legislative advisor and Regional Director for now Senate Majority Leader, U.S. Senator Harry Reid, and was elected to two terms as Chairman of the Nevada State Democratic Party. Paul Henry is President/CEO of Henry & Associates, LLC, since 1997 and has provided assistance and guidance to a large number of diverse companies in areas of business development, finance and strategic positioning issues. Henry has served in senior corporate positions with a number of early stage companies and has advised and helped to secure financing for industries as diverse as banking, gaming, biotech, and alternative energies. read more...
Patience and Determination Key To Facing Economic Challenges
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3 Oct 2008 Economy and Business
We depart from our regular format to address business owners concerns about our economy. The week started with the House rejecting the $700 billion bailout bill sending stocks tumbling. As of Thursday, the Senate passed another version and with expectations the House will comply. read more...
Strength in the face of economic adversity…
Today’s quote is attributed to Arthur Golden, the author of Memoirs of a Geisha, who said: read more...
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