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Copyright 2009 Silke Endress Magazine
P.O. Box 2802
Orlando, FL 32802
P.O. Box 2802
Orlando, FL 32802
Magazine Creation by Cole & Associates
Reinvent yourself. Not a day goes by that you are not bombarded
by news of the recession and high unemployment figures. With this
kind of climate, it's no wonder many are looking toward starting
their own businesses instead of competing for the few jobs
available. So, how can you aggressively compete when faced
with starting your own business and branding it? Debra Pierce,
Director of Career Services from Miami International University of
Art & Design, offers some tips for doing just that.
How do I even determine what business to start?
Self-assess and research. It is imperative that as an individual, you are honest with yourself and truly understand what you are good at and what you enjoy doing. Doing a SWOT analysis--analyzing Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats is a great way of assessing that.
Having a good understanding of yourself will help you identify areas that may need some work. After assessing yourself, it is important to determine the type of business and research the viability of that business in the area you plan to live in. A business plan is highly recommended, as it will include a marketing plan and SWOT analysis, which will help identify those industries that have a true need and those that are already being served.
This exercise will also help identify, there is a smaller but important niche market that your business can focus on and be profitable. The business plan also helps determine the goals and objectives of the business, which serve as a guide when making decisions.
Incorporate or not. It is especially important to formalize your freelance business by deciding what legal structure would suit your business needs best. It is a good time to invest in some advice from an attorney.
How do I even determine what business to start?
Self-assess and research. It is imperative that as an individual, you are honest with yourself and truly understand what you are good at and what you enjoy doing. Doing a SWOT analysis--analyzing Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats is a great way of assessing that.
Having a good understanding of yourself will help you identify areas that may need some work. After assessing yourself, it is important to determine the type of business and research the viability of that business in the area you plan to live in. A business plan is highly recommended, as it will include a marketing plan and SWOT analysis, which will help identify those industries that have a true need and those that are already being served.
This exercise will also help identify, there is a smaller but important niche market that your business can focus on and be profitable. The business plan also helps determine the goals and objectives of the business, which serve as a guide when making decisions.
Incorporate or not. It is especially important to formalize your freelance business by deciding what legal structure would suit your business needs best. It is a good time to invest in some advice from an attorney.
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When all the holiday dust settles, tax time begins for millions of Americans.
Regardless of when you file, follow these tips to make preparing your 2010
taxes easier.
1. Good record keeping cuts down time spent doing your taxes and may be required if you receive an Internal Revenue Service notice or are audited.
2. Don't procrastinate. Rushing encourages errors that can result in lost time and money, and ultimately a rejected return.
3. Hundreds of changes are made to federal tax law every year. Do-it-yourself tax preparation solutions also offer helpful information; the "Tax Information" tab at www.taxact.com summarizes key changes for 2010 returns.
4. File and pay on time, or pay late fees and interest. While state deadlines vary, 2010 federal returns are due April 18, 2011, (April 15 is a federal holiday).
1. Good record keeping cuts down time spent doing your taxes and may be required if you receive an Internal Revenue Service notice or are audited.
2. Don't procrastinate. Rushing encourages errors that can result in lost time and money, and ultimately a rejected return.
3. Hundreds of changes are made to federal tax law every year. Do-it-yourself tax preparation solutions also offer helpful information; the "Tax Information" tab at www.taxact.com summarizes key changes for 2010 returns.
4. File and pay on time, or pay late fees and interest. While state deadlines vary, 2010 federal returns are due April 18, 2011, (April 15 is a federal holiday).
BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS:
WHO SAYS WOMEN CAN'T
EXCEL IN MATH AND SCIENCE?
EIGHT TAX TIPS THAT WILL
SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY
Millions of jobs become available in science, technology, engineering
and math-related (STEM) fields by 2018, yet the next generation of
employees in America will be unprepared and unqualified to take
advantage of these positions.
In addition, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that although women currently make up more than half of the American workforce, they hold only 14 percent of engineering positions and 25 percent of mathematics positions - meaning that there is a pressing need to break down gender barriers in STEM industries.
Some institutions are working to dismantle the social stigmas that keep young women from pursuing math and science.
In addition, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that although women currently make up more than half of the American workforce, they hold only 14 percent of engineering positions and 25 percent of mathematics positions - meaning that there is a pressing need to break down gender barriers in STEM industries.
Some institutions are working to dismantle the social stigmas that keep young women from pursuing math and science.