Advice from Business Mentors in Central New York

Five Reasons that Company Leaders Resist Needed Change

Even during this coronavirus crisis The thought of change can be scary, even more so during the type of crisis we are experiencing now with the COVID-19 pandemic. Although some business leaders are a Read More
IRS Liberalizes Rules for 2020 Mid-Year Reductions in Safe-Harbor Contributions

However, affected plan sponsors may need to act fast In Notice 2020-52, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) liberalized certain limitations on a plan sponsor’s ability to reduce or suspend contributio Read More
Five Signs a Company’s Leader is a Brilliant Jerk

Some business leaders who are bright and hard-working also can be extremely demanding and difficult for which to work. In fact, such a leader’s behavior and its negative impact on others may reach the Read More
All In Or Out? How Business Owners Can Deal With COVID’s Cloudy Future

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, small businesses have reopened across the nation but certainty and optimism are a long way from being restored. Spikes in infections in many states, double-digi Read More
Business Community Reflects Best of CNY’s Spirit During COVID-19

“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” — Desmond Tutu This is the essence of how our community has come together during the Read More
Hourigan goes from employee to owner of MoonDance Restaurant

MARCELLUS — The coronavirus pandemic has crippled the hospitality and food industries. While struggling to stay afloat financially, many local restaurants have relied on their loyal customer base. Read More
Regional Expertise in Indoor Air Quality Innovation Can Lead During COVID-19

Gov. Andrew Cuomo [recently allowed] malls in Central New York and other regions that meet air-filtration and ventilation requirements to begin to reopen starting [July 10]. And he has encouraged busi Read More
How No-Excuse Leadership Can Help Firms Succeed Post-Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic slowdown created an uncertain future for businesses across the country, including manufacturers. Regardless of this rocky situation, though, the best Read More
Positive Developments for New York State Employers

Rule offers clarity on fluctuating-workweek method of computing OT pay On June 8, the U.S. Department of Labor issued its final rule to provide some clarity for employers seeking to use the fluctuati Read More