Category: Blog Articles
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Considerations for the Would-Be Expatriate
As more and more baby boomers are hitting retirement age, the number of expatriates or those who are thinking about it is drastically increasing. For Brits, it is as high as one in eight. While an international move might seem like something of a pipe dream, it could easily become a reality with the right…
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Preventing Identity Theft
For some time now, we’ve been talking about identity theft. As consumers and present and future business owners, it is the crime we’re perhaps more afraid of because of the significant risks it presents and the frequency at which it occurs—in 2012, more than 12 million people were victims of some form of identify fraud.
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How To: International Business Attire
Throughout the world, ideas about formal business attire vary greatly. They’ve also changed throughout time—women are now allowed to wear pants to their jobs (even in especially conservative places of work) and men can ease up on the traditional suit. In other countries, you’ll likely find different standards for male and female employees that may…
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The Fine Art of Saying "Hello"
You’ve all heard it—variations on the idea that there’s no such thing as a second first impression. Nowhere is it more true than in international business situations. As a world traveler and international businessman pioneer, Jason Hartman has learned that nonverbal communication (which comprises approximately 80% of what we say) is vital to establishing effective…
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5 Can’t-Miss Coasters for Thrill Seekers
Japan Deemed the fastest roller coaster ever when it was build in 2001, Japan’s Dodonpa at Fuji-Q Highland Amusement Park in Yamanashi also breaks the record for fastest acceleration by a roller coaster. Since, other rides have broken the speed barrier set by this ride, but it remains among the first to thrill riders in…
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To Buy or Not to Buy: Travel Insurance
While many people travel, few consider the possibility of travel insurance. At the point where you’ve spend hundreds of dollars on an international plane ticket, it hardly seems necessary or, worse, it may not even be in the budget. For some, travel insurance is an unnecessary expense. For others, it might just be a worthwhile…
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Travel Scams to Avoid
When you’re experiencing life in another country, you’ll likely be a little uneasy at first. While you’re taking in the new sites and sounds that await you, it is normal to feel a little bit overwhelmed. You may find yourself lost or without a sense of direction. In times when you look like the tourist…
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The Argument for Local Investing
Now that the economy shows signs of improvement, more people are looking to invest. They’ve seen the toll that a struggling economy can take on their own communities and are seeking to invest locally. The small business acts as something of a pillar—when they are reinforced, a community stands strong. When they are not supported,…
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7 Incredible Metal Detector Finds
If you’re a small business owner or someone recently retired, you’ve likely found yourself with a schedule that is either more flexible or more open. This new discovery of time might leave you with hours to fill because, if you’re anything like Jason Hartman, those empty slots in your calendar are just hard to deal…
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Tax Tips for Your Business
It’s October now, which means roughly seven months until tax season. Though we’re closer to last year’s tax day than 2014’s, it still looms ominously ahead, the scary IRS an undeniable presence for business owners everywhere. To make sure that you’re preparing (even now) for big, bad tax day, take these suggestions from Jason Hartman…