All posts by Jim Russo

BizTips from SCORE – A SMARTER way to achieve your objectives

Setting clear objectives is essential for any small business owner to drive success and growth. After you have identified your business’ vision and mission, conduct a SWOT analysis to understand the issues facing you, use the SMARTER approach to establish your objectives with your team, then break them down into actionable steps that are prioritized.  And, monitor them t... Read More

BizTips from SCORE – Do you manage time or does it manage you?

Time management is one of the most critical tools for small business owners to incorporate into their daily routines.  There are a variety of tools available to owners/managers of small enterprises so that you are managing their time vs allowing others to usurp it and find themselves severely stressed. Task batching – complete similar tasks together to reduce transi... Read More

BizTips from SCORE – Thinking and Acting Strategically

BizTips from SCORE - Thinking and Acting Strategically Small business owners have a lot to think about, but thinking about the future, planning for the future and acting decisively to prepare for the future is the difference between managing strategically and just surviving. WHY?  Shaping the future. What trends could impact the Cape’s economy and your busines... Read More

Corporate Transparency Act Breaking News

On December 2, 2024, a federal court in Texas issued a nationwide injunction halting the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act’s (CTA) beneficial ownership reporting requirements. Therefore, unless and until an appellate court overrules or narrows the injunction, no businesses are obligated to comply with the reporting requirements. See below for more informatio... Read More

BizTips from SCORE – What Makes People Choose One Business Over Another?

In a crowded and small market like Cape Cod & the Islands, businesses often wonder why customers choose them—or their competitors. Understanding the key drivers behind purchasing decisions is critical to standing out. Trust and Reputation.  Trust is a cornerstone of consumer choice. A business with strong reviews, testimonials, or word-of-mouth recommendations bui... Read More

Cape Cod Healthcare to Host Community Benefits Open Meeting

For Immediate Release Contact: Lisa Connors llconnors@capecodhealth.org Cape Cod Healthcare to Host Community Benefits Open Meeting Annual event on December 12 aims to gather feedback from the public   (Hyannis, MA – December 2, 2024) – Cape Cod Healthcare will host its annual open meeting for the public to discuss its Community Benefits programs on Thursd... Read More

BizTips from SCORE – Best Practices for Aligning Your Team with Organizational Goals and Objectives

In any organization, large or small, aligning team members around common goals and objectives is critical for sustained growth, productivity, and job satisfaction. Establish Clear, SMART Goals - Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Break down large, strategic goals into manageable and actionable steps. Communicate with Transparency- - Explai... Read More

BizTips from SCORE – Best Practices for Aligning Your Team with Organizational Goals and Objectives

In any organization, large or small, aligning team members around common goals and objectives is critical for sustained growth, productivity, and job satisfaction. Establish Clear, SMART Goals - Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Break down large, strategic goals into manageable and actionable steps. Communicate with Transparency- - Explain the ... Read More

NFIB Webinar: Tips to Prepare for DOL’s New Overtime Rule and Employment Law Changes in 2025

With a new year fast approaching, employers face several important employment law changes thanks to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). The new overtime rule, set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, will make millions more workers eligible for overtime pay by increasing the salary threshold for the executive, administrative, and professional (EAP) exemptions under the Fair Labor St... Read More