Posts Tagged ‘Employees’
The Pulse on the Economy and Capital Markets: Feb 7 – 11, 2022
At a glance: Stock markets grew weaker due to the rise of inflation, the Fed raising interest rates to counteract inflation and geopolitical issues taking place in Ukraine. Inflation was hotter than expected with sticky inflation reaching multi-decade highs. Consumers are feeling disheartened by the acceleration in sticky inflation and as a result expect their…
Read MoreRansomware: King of Cybersecurity Threats
At a glance The main takeaway: The fastest-growing threat facing businesses today is ransomware. There are numerous methods threat actors use to compromise networks, yet phishing, malware and hacking are the primary risks that need to be addressed. A 2021 study from Verizon found phishing increased to 36% of incidents, while malware doubled in frequency,…
Read MoreThe Pulse on the Economy and Capital Markets: Jan 17 – Jan 21, 2022
At a glance: The markets had another rough week as stocks declined 4% globally, and investors favor lower-risk assets. Investors continue to worry about inflation and how quickly the Fed will respond. The video game industry takes a giant leap towards the Metaverse as Take Two Interactive and Microsoft announce huge merger and acquisition deals.…
Read MoreEmbrace Technology to Combat the Labor Shortage in Your Dental Practice
At a glance Schedule a free consultation today. The full story: It should come as no surprise to hear there is a labor shortage in dental healthcare as nearly every other industry is experiencing the same issue. The overarching cause for this shortage has been the pandemic with some employees hesitant to return to the…
Read More5 Tips to Increase Case Acceptance in Your Dental Practice
At a glance Schedule a free consultation today. The full story: Case acceptance is a good indicator to determine how well you and your team communicate with patients. It’s also a key factor in growing your practice, yet dental patients are challenging. They know they need your services, however, they drag their feet when it…
Read MoreThe DOL Delivers Final Ruling on Reinstated 80/20 Rule
At a glance Schedule a free consultation with Aprio’s Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality team today. The full story: On October 29, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published a final ruling on “dual jobs,” which will reinstate the 80/20 rule as well as introduce a new 30-minute rule for tipped employees. The final ruling…
Read MoreInfluencer Marketing Has Taken Over: What is it and How Will Your Business Benefit?
At a glance Not a passing trend: Influencer marketing is hot. In fact, more companies are adding some form of it into their marketing strategies. Driving engagement makes a big impact: Influencers connect with their followers in a more personalized way, which can set trends and start conversations that ultimately drive sales. Be smart about your partners: The…
Read More5 Ways to Close the Labor Gap in Cybersecurity
At a glance Schedule a free consultation today! The full story: In 2020, there was a massive shift to everyone’s daily life as working remotely was no longer an added job perk, but a reality for nearly every industry. As the world adapts to a new way of working, the sheer volume of daily cyberattacksgrows. Cybersecurity…
Read MoreThe Pulse on the Economy and Capital Markets: Nov 8 – Nov 12, 2021
At a glance: Overall higher than expected inflation caused the stock market and bond market to decline while bitcoin and emerging markets increased last week. GE and Johnson & Johnson take significant action and break up their company’s structure. The ability to work remotely is reshaping the housing market and causing rent increases among warmer…
Read MoreInfrastructure Investment Jobs Act and Build Back Better Act: What’s in these Bills and the Impact on You and Your Business
At a glance: The Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act passed by Congress on November 5, 2021 has been sent to President Biden to sign. Learn about the incentives included and how they may benefit you and who will pay for the benefits. Learn about the new crypto filing requirements that will impact everyone involved in investing…
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