This column originally appeared in The Inquirer As a consultant and speaker with family in the U.K. I travel to and from PHL more…
Gene MarksJanuary 10, 2024
(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) Many small businesses in the Philadelphia area are struggling, with many saying that next year could be…
Gene MarksDecember 27, 2023
(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) Almost three-quarters of small businesses in the United States reported a cyberattack in the past year, with…
Gene MarksDecember 21, 2023
(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) It’s December, so here are seven moves you may be able to make this month that can…
Gene MarksDecember 13, 2023
This column originally appeared in The Inquirer Is your business a joint employer? You may be, and thanks to a new rule from the National…
Gene MarksNovember 29, 2023
(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) Just 15 minutes from Philadelphia, Haddonfield, N.J., is known for its charm, exemplified by the shops and…
Gene MarksNovember 22, 2023
(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) If you’re a small-business owner, it’s worth your time to consider hiring an apprentice. According to the…
Gene MarksNovember 14, 2023
(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) There are approximately 12,000 Latino-owned businesses in Philadelphia and as many as 23,000 in the region. The…
Gene MarksNovember 9, 2023
(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) For most business owners, getting a credit card is easier than getting a bank loan. Why? Because a…
Gene MarksOctober 31, 2023