Health care reform generated a lot of discussion and debate. Now that the bill has passed, small business owners need to evaluate the impact that the new law will have on their operations. Because of the importance of the issue, I wrote the following article for the Miami Herald. What are your thoughts?
Miami Herald Article: http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/04/19/1583525/small-firms-need-a-healthcare.html
Each week, I spotlight a different small business with the intent of showcasing the variety of skills and opportunities that are presented in the small business community. This is also to give small businesses a voice on their product/service as well as running a business. For more questions or a request to be spotlighted, please send me an email at: www.corallaw.com.
This week, the spotlight is on Pati Vargas Entertainment. Look for them to help out with your next event or promotion. Enjoy getting to know the company!
What is your business name?
How long have you been in business?
3 1/2 YEARS
What industries do you serve?
CORPORATE, ARTS & CULTURE
What motivated you to start your own business?
MY PASSION, KNOWLEDGE AND RESPECT IN THE FIELD I'VE GAINED
If there is one aspect of your business that sets you apart, what would it be?
MY ABILITY TO WORK SPANISH PRODUCT IN THE ANGLO MARKET WITH EASE AND SUCCESS
What is your favorite part about owning a business?
I DO NOT WAIT FOR APPROVAL TO CONTINUE WITH A PROJECT
Who is your ideal client/customer?
EVERYBODY, I WILL WALK THE CLIENT/CUSTOMER THROUGH THE PROJECT AND HELP IN OTHER FIELDS TO MAKE EVENT SUCCESS
What is something that you have learned as a small business owner that could assist other small businesses?
YOU WORK 24/7 WITHOUT REALLY WORKING 24/7, SCHEDULE AND ORDER COME BEFORE THE PASSION AND DRIVE TO SUCCEED IN THE BUSINESS.
Is there anything else that you would like to share about your business? What is it?
ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE IN AN VERY PLANNED OUT MANNER, GO VERY SLOW BUT ON TARGET. NOTHING, ABSOLUTELY NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE TO REACH. I.E.; REACHING TO DISNEY AND EVENTUALLY TAKING ONE OF THEIR MUSICALS ON TOUR WAS AN ABSOLUTE, AGAINST-ALL-ODDS SITUATION THAT CAME OUT BRILLIANTLY.
Included below is an interesting article about business, values and international transactions. Most of the principles about these interrelationships and connections internationally actually have direct application in the work that you do locally. Miami, where I practice and live, is a very cosmopolitan place with numerous cultures and values represented. Because business is fundamentally about creating and maintaining effective relationships, it is critical to know the values and background of those with whom you are interacting. This occurs both locally and internationally. Here are some great insights about that process:
http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Impact-of-Values-in-a-Cross-Cultural-Business-Context&id=1077313
I will be teaching at the following event-
PARTNERS FOR SELF EMPLOYMENT INC
PRESENTS
A FREE WORKSHOP BY
ROBERT ROGERS, P.A.
“LEGAL ENTITIES”
LEARN THE BEST WAY TO STRUCTURE YOUR BUSINESS
IF YOU OWN OR WANT TO OWN A BUSINESS YOU CANNOT MISS THIS WORKSHOP!
Business Entity Workshop Outline:
I. Title
a. “Understanding Florida Business Entities”
II. Discussion items
a. What are my options for business structuring in Florida?
b. What are the general tax consequences of each business entity?
c. How will each business entity protect my personal assets?
d. Learn how to use company structure to create flexibility in ownership.
e. How can I structure my business to prepare for future success and growth?
f. How can I change my entity if a different one is a better fit for my company structure?
g. Review concerns specific to small and emerging businesses regarding entity setup.
III. Sidebar Items
a. Develop a general understanding of business entities in the state of Florida
b. Gain valuable information from an attorney about how to use the Florida business entities.
c. Due to limited seating please RSVP: cornell@partnersforselfemployment.com
d. When: April 7 2010
e. 7pm-8:45pm
f. Where: 3000 Biscayne Blvd. Ste. 215, Miami, FL 33137
g. FREE PARKING AVAILABLE
DUE TO CONSTRUCTION ON BISCAYNE BLVD
PLEASE ENTER 30TH STREET FROM NE 2d AVENUE
The Mayor’s Micro-Enterprise Workshop
Thursday, March 25, 2010
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
University of Phoenix Learning Center
11410 Northwest 20th Street, Miami 33172
Meet and connect with governmental purchasing
professionals from Miami-Dade County departments,
other municipalities, and various economic
development agencies.
Learn more about:
• Alternative Financing
• Business and Financial Plan Preparation
• Community Based Programs & Other Technical Assistance
• Education in the Business World
• Financial Opportunities & Information
• How to Be Green & Be Profitable
• How to Do Business with Miami-Dade County
• How to Market Your Business
• Legal Requirements of Owning and Operating a Business
• Pre-Qualification/Technical Certification & Contracting Opportunities
• Small Business Certification & Contracting Opportunities
Registration is required & space is limited. RSVP before March 22, 2010
to Lawanda Wright-Robinson at wlawand@miamidade.gov.
For more information call (305) 375-3186
