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Formula for success – Putting the hospital lab under the revenue microscope
Fall 2016
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 805
Abstract: In-house hospital laboratories often operate inefficiently and below capacity —making them potentially ripe for juicing up revenues. This article lists several ways hospitals can expand their labs from mere diagnostic factories into revenue-stream generators, including developing outreach programs, tailoring up-sell programs for particular practice specialty areas existing in the community and cross-selling services to physicians already using the hospital for nonlab services. A sidebar looks at how to control lab costs.
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Mind your P&Ps – Policies and procedures for Parts and Service
September / October 2016
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 805
Abstract: Having set policies and procedures is especially important in the Parts and Service department. Perhaps no other area of the dealership holds as much potential for high revenue and profits — or conversely, for waste, inefficiency and fraud. This article examines how to deter parts inventory fraud. It also gives tips for helping a Parts and Service department run more smoothly while reducing expenses and boosting profitability. A sidebar discusses ways to make sure that technicians are running the service area at peak efficiency.
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The nonprofit life cycle – Start-ups face challenges, opportunities
Summer 2016
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 805
Abstract: Just as they are for a child, the early years for nonprofits are full of important milestones. An organization’s first steps can make the difference between a sustainable entity with the capacity to fulfill its mission and a floundering failure that fades out fast. This article covers characteristics of the early-stage nonprofit, key steps it must take and key decisions it must make. A sidebar discusses the “3 Ws” approach to board development.
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Making the most of dividend income
March / April 2015
Newsletter: Planning for Prosperity / Wealth Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 805
Abstract: For some investors, dividends compose a relatively small component of their overall portfolios. But dividends can play an important role in an investor’s financial success over time, and regular dividend distributions can provide a useful source of income for retired investors. This article reviews types of dividend-oriented investments and looks at the pros and cons of reinvesting or withdrawing dividend income.
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How much is too much? Salary deferrals in multiple retirement plans
February / March 2014
Newsletter: Employee Benefits Update
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: When employees change employers, they may be eligible to defer compensation in more than one qualified retirement plan. The IRS sets the individual limit employees may defer as pretax or Roth contributions each calendar year to all of their employer-sponsored plans. But the specific rules vary a bit depending on the type of plan. This article summarizes the rules for employees who participate in multiple retirement plans.
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Unauthorized credit and debit card transactions – Know the facts about your liability
June / July 2013
Newsletter: Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 805
Abstract: In the United States, a cardholder’s liability for a fraudulent transaction can depend on the type of card used as well as the transaction type. This article describes general policies in regard to credit vs. debit cards. A sidebar offers five tips for safeguarding cards.
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LTC insurance — Taking a close look before buying is essential
August / September 2012
Newsletter: Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 805
Abstract: Few people want to think about the possibility that they might need long-term care (LTC). But it’s important to do so. Why? Because, if not planned for, the costs of LTC can be ruinous. This article shows the importance of balancing the value of LTC insurance benefits with the cost of the premiums. To help prospective purchasers do so, it also explains some of the terminology used in LTC policies.
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E-discovery pilot program – Survey suggests Seventh Circuit is on the right track
January / February 2012
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 805
Abstract: Almost three years ago, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals launched its multiphase Electronic Discovery Pilot Program. The program is intended to develop, evaluate and improve pretrial litigation procedures that ensure fairness and justice for all parties while reducing the rising cost and burden of electronic discovery. This article looks at the principles of the program and the findings thus far.
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Trade-ins expected to rise – Is your appraisal process up to par?
March / April 2011
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: Auto dealers know that a sure way to satisfy — or dissatisfy — customers has to do with trade-in offers. So, as dealers ready their business for an expected bump in used car stock in 2012, it’s important that they make sure their appraisal process is fair and transparent. This article discusses the advantages of formalizing the appraisal process, including using appraisal software that can help salespeople show skeptical customers that the dealership’s offer has been arrived at fairly.
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Comparing this to that – Benchmarking financial performance with ratios
Winter 2010
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: Benchmarking with financial ratios allows manufacturers to break their operations into individual segments to measure effectiveness against past performance, company goals and industry standards. It can provide insight into which areas of a business are strong and which need improvement. This article discusses such commonly used ratios as debt-to-assets, return-on-assets and return-on-equity, along with a number of others, and discusses the pros and cons of benchmarking. A sidebar discusses the best ratios to study before applying for a loan.
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Never too early – Start preparing your business for sale now
April / May 2009
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 805
Abstract: Most business owners are too consumed with the day-to-day responsibilities of running a company to have time to prepare it for eventual sale. This article advises owners to plan ahead and start thinking about what a potential buyer may seek in an acquisition, such as name recognition or solid balance sheets. Businesses should perform a self-analysis, streamline operations as much as possible and scrutinize themselves through the eyes of competitors and strategic partners.