2013
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Young donors are your future — Are you doing enough to attract them?
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 694
Abstract: A recent study found that Generations X and Y now represent more than half of the pool of charitable donors. But their interests, communication preferences and giving methods may differ from those of older supporters. This article examines the different characteristics of age groups and offers suggestions for attracting younger generations.
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Performance anxiety — Measuring your nonprofit’s impact
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 868
Abstract: Nonprofits don’t have shareholders, but they do have stakeholders who may have different ways of evaluating an organization’s effectiveness. So a nonprofit needs to ensure that it’s operating efficiently and meeting stakeholders’ expectations. But there’s one measure of nonprofit success that’s proving popular: outcomes. This article discusses measuring outcome and how to determine performance targets, set benchmarks and communicate results. A sidebar explains how ratio analysis works.
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3 tax tips for the self-employed
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 468
Abstract: With the job market in many areas as uncertain as the economy itself, more and more people are turning to self-employment. This article offers self-employed individuals three tips regarding self-employment tax, deductible business expenses, and specifically the home office deduction.
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Do you know what you’re getting into? — Reverse mortgages can be helpful (but risky, too)
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 633
Abstract: Reverse mortgages may once have been considered a financial tool primarily for elder care planning. However, these products have slowly been finding a niche for themselves in the broader consumer finance market. But, as this article explains, it’s important for those considering reverse mortgages to know what they’re getting into.
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Fire up employee productivity to get the year started off right
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 755
Abstract: The beginning of a new year might be a time when employees feel a postholiday letdown — an emotion which might be reflected in their performance. But there are a wide variety of ways that managers can fire up employee productivity. This article discusses job training, “gamification,” work-life balance and other issues.
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The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 — Calculating the tax effects of a crisis averted
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 924
Abstract: The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (ATRA) was signed into law on Jan. 2, 2013, to avoid the negative effects of the “fiscal cliff.” This article discusses some of the act’s key provisions, including those applying to ordinary-income tax rates and long-term capital gains rates; the alternative minimum tax; and gift, estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes. A sidebar examines what ATRA portends for businesses.
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Illuminate ways to reduce utility bills with a lighting upgrade
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 343
Abstract: Manufacturers who have been considering upgrading their plant’s T12 fluorescent lights need to act soon. The U.S. Department of Energy pulled the plug last year on production of most T12 bulbs and ballasts — the most widely used fluorescent unit for the past 60 years. Another option is to invest in newer, energy-efficient T5 and T8 fluorescents. There are the up-front costs, but this article offers ways to offset them.
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5 questions for better forecasting
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 590
Abstract: Forecasting key business factors, such as sales demand, receivables, payables and working capital, can help manufacturers reduce excess inventory and other overhead, offer competitive prices, and keep their companies on solid financial footing. While no forecast is guaranteed, using the right method goes a long way toward getting meaningful results. This article lists five questions that manufacturers should ask to determine the right forecasting methods for their business.
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Defenses up! — Are you doing all you can to prevent fraud?
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 766
Abstract: When it comes to fraud, employees are a natural culprit because they have the most immediate access to funds and materials. Fortunately, there are steps companies can take to reduce the chances of fraud. This article mentions some basic steps and shows how forensic accountants can be useful. A sidebar describes several key functions of manufacturing and distribution companies that are particularly vulnerable to employee fraud and, thus, demand special attention.
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The Sec. 166 deduction — What you need to know about business bad debts
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 955
Abstract: When customers can’t pay up, it may be possible to deduct these bad debts under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 166. But it’s important to understand what counts as partially or wholly worthless bad debt and how to claim the deduction. This article describes the different types of business bad debt and how the accounting method affects how it’s reported. But it’s better to avoid bad debt to begin with, so a sidebar offers three tips to improve collections.
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How to keep your partnership accountable and collegial
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 370
Abstract: To achieve growth and profitability goals, law firms need to manage themselves like businesses. This means holding partners accountable for the firm’s success. Unfortunately, accountability sometimes interferes with the personal friendships and working relationships between partners. But collegiality doesn’t necessarily have to fall victim to accountability. This article offers five guidelines that can help a firm maintain this delicate balance.
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Marketing like a big firm … on a small firm budget
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 756
Abstract: Although they may feel overwhelmed by larger firms’ resources, small firms with tiny budgets can market themselves effectively and build their clientele. They just need to look for low-cost — and even free — marketing methods and tools. This article talks about cultivating personal relationships, establishing a brand “identity,” taking advantage of the Web and targeting spending strategically.
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Management reports — The next best thing to a crystal ball
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 710
Abstract: Managing partners have a difficult job: They must keep abreast of daily operations and forecast how the present is likely to affect their firm’s future. But management reports can help head off minor issues before they become major crises. This article describes four types of management reports and how they can help firm leaders keep an eye on troubling trends such as sluggish collections, low-billing attorneys and runaway expenses.
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Are you quoting your firm out of business? — Balance profitability with client demands
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 906
Abstract: In today’s highly competitive legal market, some firms price engagements dangerously low simply to get clients in the door. Because the majority of firms can’t afford even one unprofitable year, they may be pricing themselves out of business. This article explains how firms can group engagements according to the level of experience, expertise and time needed to complete them, so that they can quote clients with confidence. A sidebar discusses what matters to clients besides cost.
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How social media can change the way you do business
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 728
Abstract: Countless medical institutions have started using live surgical Twitter-casts, Facebook and YouTube to get the word out about their facilities. Indeed, this popular form of communication can change the way hospitals do business, serving as powerful medicine for hospitals seeking to directly communicate with interested parties as well as gather and disperse critical information. This article describes steps to take when setting up a presence on social media, looking specifically at YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.
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IRS proposes new requirements for tax-exempt hospitals
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 912
Abstract: The IRS has released proposed regulations clarifying a nonprofit hospital’s responsibilities under a provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Under the new regs, a tax-exempt hospital must establish a written financial assistance plan (FAP) that clearly describes five elements. This article lists those elements and discusses what hospitals need to do to comply. A sidebar lists five steps the IRS regs say a charitable hospital must take to widely publicize its FAP.