How to Incorporate Your Woman-Owned Small Business

This is the continuation of the interview with Nellie Akalp, CEO of CorpNet.com.

What’s the best form of corporation for a solopreneur?–

The Sole Proprietorship is the simplest form of business entity. However, without the protection of a corporate shield, personal assets are exposed to business liabilities. And, even where a small business owner [...]

Why Incorporate Your Woman-Owned Small Business

Many of my clients ask me why they should spend the money to incorporate their business. Recently, I chatted with Nellie Akalp of CorpNet.com to get some of those answers.

–As a woman entrepreneur what is your passion and vision for you and your company?

My vision is to continue to establish myself as an [...]

The Razor's Edge

In the 14th century, it is supposed, William of Ockham proposed that the idea that the simplest explanation is usually the best. (I’m paraphrasing–see [...]

Are Business Women Asking the Wrong Question?

A lively discussion at my local business group, Missoula Businesswomen’s Network, prompted me to wonder if business women are asking the wrong question.

The conversation centered around the backwards movement of women in higher positions such as CEOs and Board of Directors members over the past few years. (Only 12 Fortune 500 companies have business [...]

Get Out of Your Small Business Rut!

Well, the debt ceiling is lifted. And the two sides have come to an agreement as far as the budget cuts…at least for now. We won’t know what it means for the small business owner for many weeks to come.

But let’s not take our playbook from Washington. Instead, it’s time for us to stop [...]