Understanding Business Taxes: The Map Gets Bigger
Before We Set Sail Before we dive into the waters of business taxes, a quick note. I am not a lawyer, accountant, or tax advisor. The information in this article is meant to explain...
Category: Building a Life You Choose
Reflection
My wife posted this picture on Facebook the other day to celebrate our 31st wedding anniversary. When I looked at it, I saw two kids who had just gotten married. And it made me...
The Lessons We Thought We Outgrew
Here Be Dragons usually leans into metaphors. Maps. Warnings scribbled in the margins. The places where certainty runs out, and judgment has to take over. This post is a little different. I’m not abandoning...
Choosing Your Business Structure: Mapping the Terrain Before You Set Sail
The conversation about business structures can feel unfamiliar. It’s a bit like sailing off the edge of the known world. One moment you’re excited about starting a business, and the next you’re lost in...
Why Franchising Is a Great Option for New Entrepreneurs
The Myth of the “Self-Made” Entrepreneur Most people imagine an origin story when they think about starting a business. They picture the lone visionary. They envision the napkin sketch and the sleepless nights in...
Why Business Ownership Isn’t Just About the Money
Exploring meaning, autonomy, and time freedom in entrepreneurship The Surface Story: Money Let’s be honest, money is often the spark that ignites interest in business ownership. You want financial freedom, stability, or the ability...