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Get your employees involved in accident prevention
January / February 2011
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 437
Abstract: Accidents and injuries lead not only to detrimental medical and morale consequences, but also to financial and, often, legal ones. Naturally, there are a variety of ways to encourage safety. But few of them are likely to be effective without one key ingredient: the participation of employees. This article discusses how to train and supervise employees and to make sure subcontractors are on board.
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Dealer Digest
November / December 2010
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 437
Abstract: This issue’s “Dealer Digest” highlights the likelihood that the IRS will further delay scrutiny of Uniform Capitalization (UNICAP) issues; a car safety checklist that dealers can use to attract customers concerned about their kids’ safety; and a couple of tax breaks available under the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act.
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Parlaying the power of paralegals
Fall 2010
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 437
Abstract: Sometimes, attorneys undermine firm profitability by doing work that’s better left to paralegals and creating a ripple effect of staff members performing tasks for which they’re overqualified. To prevent such problems, it’s important to use paralegals effectively. This article shows why it’s important to recognize what work paralegals should do and what they shouldn’t, and how to fully integrate them as members of the legal staff.
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Ask the Advisor – What type of insurance coverage is needed for new construction projects?
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 437
Abstract: Risk management is as integral to a successful project as the construction materials and crew. And the first step is proper insurance coverage. Real estate professionals who are uncertain whether they have enough should ask a qualified professional to help them conduct an insurance coverage audit. This article shows how coverage audits can reduce the odds of an uncovered incident undermining the project’s profitability — or worse.
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Construction Success Story – Contractor goes paperless with IWA system
September / October 2009
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 437
Abstract: This month’s Construction Success Story tells of one contractor who had been pondering the idea of going paperless but hadn’t found the right tool to help her do so. When she asked her CPA for ideas, he mentioned imaging and workflow automation (IWA) systems. He explained that many business owners, including contractors, have been using IWA systems to streamline their invoice and accounts payable processes.
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The Contractor’s Corner – Should we hire a CFO?
Summer 2009
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 437
Abstract: A CFO may be a great addition to many construction companies for a variety of reasons. But taking on an employee of this stature is a big decision that warrants some careful consideration. You need to ask: Can your company can fit a CFO into its staff and be prepared to follow through on the initiatives he or she will be responsible for developing? What should the job description say, and how should the search be conducted? This may not be the ideal economic climate to add a major position to your payroll. But having a CFO can allow you to let someone else worry about — and improve — your financials, while you focus on winning and completing projects.