Archives for the ‘Small Business’ Category
A critical reading of Mayor Kevin Johnson’s “Go Green” blog
By M. Johnston • Feb 28th, 2010 |Mayor Kevin Johnson posted a blog called “Mayor Johnson goes green.. starting with shades and nickname“ yesterday. I couldn’t resist a few remarks. My comments are in bold..
“Call me Kevin “Green Shades” Johnson. I’ve had a few nicknames, but none I’ve liked as much as “Green Shades.” The idea of walking around with [...]
Read the rest of the story»Ohio man decides to teach bank lesson, bulldozes foreclosed home
By M. Johnston • Feb 23rd, 2010 |A Ohio man named Terry Hoskins BULLDOZED his $350k home after the bank started foreclosure proceedings on it (and his small business failed). According to Hoskins, he wanted to teach the bank a lesson. “When I owe $160,000 on a home valued at $350,000, and someone decides they want to
Read the rest of the story»Ten Windows internet and computer security tips for a better night’s sleep
By M. Johnston • Feb 4th, 2010 |I thought I would share some tips based on experiences as an IT professional. I hope you find this list helpful.
1. Add a sub account to your bank account, deposit only the money you will need for online purchases into it, then use that card–and only that card–for online transactions. Don’t trust online vendors with [...]
It’s tax time again and there will be ‘no bartering’
By M. Johnston • Jan 28th, 2010 |I received a letter in the mail from an accountant. It was a very friendly form letter listing a variety of tax services. I decided to email the guy and see how much he would charge to do my S Corp and personal taxes. In my email I suggested a mutually beneficial arrangement whereby I [...]
Read the rest of the story»Will Obamanomics be a blessing or a curse to small businesses?
By M. Johnston • Mar 17th, 2009 |Greetings. I’ve been putting in ridiculous hours laying down the foundation for what I am certain will be a successful business venture (God willing). Though the days are long, and I’m not getting much sleep lately, I love what I’m doing, and it’s a true blessing to be building my own castle–rather than helping [...]
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