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Micromanagement: Do not let it happen to you
News flash: If your team members are accusing you of micromanagement, they are probably right. You are probably doing them, your company, and yourself more harm than good.
Swings in China stock market: For middle market, impact is more about perception than reality
For South Florida’s middle-market businesses, the greatest threat from China’s recent stock market swings and economic slowdown is the negative perceptions — more so than any possible bottom-line impacts.
Five Tips to Consider Before Selling Your Business
There may not be better time to sell a business in the next few years than now. Values are high and interest rates are low. They may not stay that way for long. If you would like to sell your business now or any time in the foreseeable future, the time to begin planning is now. This can help minimize many of the obstacles that often delay or kill deals and help maximize your value and ensure a successful outcome.
Flow of private equity deals in Florida slows
The flow of private equity into Florida is slowing after a record number of deals in 2012, according to a recent report from Miami-based investment banking firm Cassel Salpeter & Co.
Florida banks grow loans faster than the national rate in Q2
Florida continued to be a sunny environment for those seeking a loan, as the state’s banks grew loans in the second quarter at a faster rate than banks across the nation.
Ripples from China’s woes swaying Miami
Although Greece’s debt crisis and China’s volatile stock market are phenomena occurring thousands of miles away, Miami’s increasingly global business and financial communities feel the ripple effects of issues toying with the global economy.
Succession plans are key to protecting your business when the unthinkable happens
Although there are probably many things you would rather discuss with your CEO than how to proceed if he or she unexpectedly dies or falls victim to some other tragedy, the fact is that you must.
Attracting and retaining top talent: a growing obstacle for South Florida businesses
Maintaining a strong workforce is becoming an increasingly significant barrier to growth for South Florida’s middle-market businesses. Finding, attracting, and retaining quality talent is a tricky proposition in a region with a limited labor pool and low unemployment rates.
Middle-market businesses should help growth industries
While the technology and healthcare/biotech industries in South Florida continue to gain strength and momentum, the region’s middle-market businesses are not properly positioning themselves to serve these industries and benefit from their growth.
YOUR MONEY-Graduating Into the Family Business
There is one big advantage 23-year-old Clint Morrison has found joining his family’s business fresh upon graduating from Rider University: he has a job, while most of his friends do not.
Giving back to the community is smart business
Companies and their people who support a healthy mix of charitable, community and business organizations tend to reap significant rewards. In addition to helping the community, this helps companies foster employee satisfaction, strengthen bonds with potential clients and referral sources, develop brand awareness, and position their brands in a more positive light.
Florida Banks Cash In on New Tide of Miami Money
South Florida’s economy is diversifying beyond tourism, industry experts said. A flood of foreign investors and nondepository financial firms, like hedge and private-equity funds, have moved to the area, opening up opportunities for local banks.
Private equity deals poised for takeoff in Florida
A private equity company that recently relocated to Tampa is among a growing number of investment firms making their home in the Sunshine State. Florida is the headquarters for 37 private equity firms
Time to stop Miami’s brain drain: Bring our children home
While it is great that many of our children are attending prestigious out-of-state colleges and universities and starting their careers elsewhere, it is a real problem that many aren’t coming back to work in Miami after they have graduated or gained useful work experience.
How South Florida entrepreneurs can find and access the right funding
With a growing entrepreneurial community in South Florida and increased access to a wide array of funding sources, companies seeking to raise capital have no shortage of options and resources locally and nationally.
Key changes in 2015 that may impact your business
No matter what vertical your business operates in, there is a strong likelihood this year that higher interest rates, lower unemployment, increasing demand, and decreases in the prices of oil, as well as increases in commercial real estate costs and healthcare, will affect your business in one way or another.
Why Florida is the 5th-best state for entrepreneurs
To view the original article, click here. By Celia Ampel December 22, 2014 Florida is one of the best states to start a business, according to a Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council report released this month. The state ranked fifth for its entrepreneur-friendly policies, after South Dakota, Nevada, Texas and Wyoming. The Washington D.C.-based nonpartisan research organization ranked […]
Hiring, training and managing employees for outstanding results
Although most business owners recognize that success depends in great measure on their employees, many do not fully understand how to hire the right team members and train and empower them to perform at their peak.
Scaling business development to drive growth
Sustainable business development is a common challenge for growing businesses, particularly those in the lower and middle markets. Several hallmarks of successful business development and growth strategies have distinguished themselves in my years of experience at Cassel Salpeter.
Talking Turkey about Networking, Outside Investors, & Education
James Cassel, co-founder and chairman of investment banking firm Cassel Salpeter & Co., LLC, recently met with columnist and radio host Jim Fried to talk about how mid-sized companies can locate and access capital to grow their businesses.