From the Build Network: ****************** Why Win-Win Negotiators Will Lose Every Time “Win-win” remains the most popular philosophy in negotiating. It’s also the least effective. “Most people think that a ‘win-win’ happy ending should be the ultimate goal in any negotiation,” writes Lewis Schiff in his forthcoming book, Business Brilliant. The book draws from his research on […]
From our friends at CMF Associates in Philadelphia: ******************** CMF Conversations: “Deal” Me In There has been ample popular press lately regarding M&A’s declining health, mostly surrounding the drop in “deal activity,” or money invested. Fortune and Reuters both commented on the decline, with Reuters claiming that global M&A activity dropped 25% in the first half […]
This CNBC.com article backs up what we’re hearing from investors throughout the country — they want to buy companies in Texas’ business-friendly environment. *********************** Texas Is America’s Top State for Business 2012 Published: Tuesday, 10 Jul 2012 | 4:30 PM ET By: Scott Cohn Senior Correspondent, CNBC Texas has done it again. The Lone Star State makes a […]
As we celebrate Independence Day, K&A also celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit that makes our country exceptional. FREE ENTERPRISE CREED (Author Unknown) I’m proud of my country and I believe in the free enterprise system which made her great. I’m grateful for my sacred heritage. I pledge that I’ll do all in my power to protect it. To […]
State Representative Phil King provides analysis of what the Affordable Care Act will mean to Texas business owners. ************************* What Obamacare Decision Means for Texas Businesses Austin – In reaction to today’s Supreme Court decision, State Representative Phil King (R-Weatherford) has released the following remarks and information: King remarked: “While legal and healthcare scholars are […]
“A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken.” — James Dent The beginning of summer always has an impact on the deal-making process. With so many moving parts in a transaction – buyer, seller, banker, attorneys, CPA’s, etc. – […]
Kasper & Associates Market Update The beginning of summer always has an impact on the deal-making process. With so many moving parts in a transaction – buyer, seller, banker, attorneys, CPA’s, etc. – it’s inevitable that one or more will be on vacation or taking an extra day or two out of the office, often […]
The Fort Worth Business Assistance Center, Capital One Bank, and The Alternative Board are proud to announce the second annual Fort Worth Business Plan Competition. The competition, an opportunity for small businesses operating in Tarrant County to receive training and coaching on strengthening their business, allows participants the chance to compete for awards, cash prizes, […]
From our friend, Marvin Blum, of The Blum Firm, PC: ********************* 2012 IS THE “PERFECT STORM” FOR ESTATE PLANNING The gift tax exemption is at a historical high of $5,120,000 at the same time that the gift tax rate of 35% is the lowest rate in almost a century! The gift tax exemption is […]
Kasper & Associates maintains faith in the American spirit and we believe in the power of positive thinking. To that end, we’ve established a monthly posting to our blog – Success Maxims — a collection of our favorite motivational quotes, essays and leadership advice. (For a complete collection, e-mail your mailing address to contact@kasperassociates.com.) SUCCESS MAXIMS […]