Direct Talk

Bringing someone into your business is one of the most significant decisions you will make as a business owner. Done well, it creates capacity, resources, and momentum. Done poorly or without professional guidance, it creates the conditions for one of the most painful and expensive disputes a small business can face.

Every September this blog returns to one of the most common questions North Carolina entrepreneurs ask: I am making money from my hobby. When does it become a real business, and what do I need to do about it? Whether you are selling handmade goods at craft fairs, offering holiday decorating services, or running a side venture that is quietly outgrowing the word 'side,' the answer matters for both legal and tax reasons. Here is the overview.

In August, when phone slows down a little, the inbox is quieter, and I start paying attention to my business in a way that the busier months do not always allow.