Ohio Business News

June 11, 2013 by

business (5)Storing paper files in offices or warehouses is no longer done -we hope- but, when information in deleted so easily from a computer, we tend to wonder umm……, either way this is what is happening around Ohio this week.

Commercial kitchens: Can we stir up new food processing in Ohio?

In March, I was at a meeting in Champaign County, Ohio, when a woman asked me what I knew about community commercial kitchens.

Not much, I confessed, but enough to think they’re a great option for entrepreneurial small food processors and marketers.

Let’s say you have a great recipe for cheesecakes. You make them for every occasion and even give them as gifts. Pretty soon, people are asking if they could buy them from you.

Ohio women earn 75% of what men make, report says

As local leaders seek to improve the job outlook, national numbers again point to an income disparity between men and women nationally.

The National Women’s Law Center reports women working full-time make 77 cents on the dollar compared to their male counterparts. The center pointed to a disproportionate concentration of women working in minimum wage and tipped occupations.

Cleveland VA office accidentally deletes nearly 500,000 loan documents

The regional Veterans Affairs office in Cleveland says nearly 500,000 electronic home loan documents were accidentally deleted in May.  The VA says the information included active loan files, along with appraisal and grant documents for veterans and service members who qualify for the Specially Adapted Housing. Ohio Republican Senator Rob Portman issued a statement Monday saying that he wants more answers and what the office plans to do about the mistake.

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Ohio Business News and IBM’s Data Analytic Center

June 4, 2013 by

business (3)Ohio Business News-These are the news happening in ohio today.  From the resurrection  of the small business tax cut to the lauch of IBM’s 500-employee data anlytics center in columbus, it seems the prognostic for Ohio’s economy growth is optimistic.

 Level the playing field for Ohio retailers

Ohio Council of Retail Merchants

The U.S. Senate deserves a lot of credit, particularly Ohio Sens. Sherrod Brown and Rob Portman, for passing the Marketplace Fairness Act, a bill that would significantly help Ohio’s retailers.

This state has always had a strong retail presence, from established stores with a national reach to the mom-and-pop businesses that are the backbone of our local economy.

However in recent years, the industry has suffered tremendously from an inequitable tax code, which has made it harder for hometown stores to compete. Ohio retailers are at a competitive disadvantage because these outdated tax policies have established winners and losers in the marketplace.

Ohio Senate resurrects Kasich’s small-business tax cut, debate over its impact persists

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio’s Republican-controlled Senate has a $1.4 billion plan to boost job growth in the state.

But some say its proposal to slash in half taxes for small-business owners  wouldn’t translate to many jobs.

Top of the List: Largest data center operators

Central Ohio’s IT scene will look a lot different once IBM Corp. fully launches its 500-employee data analytics center in northwest Columbus.

It is unclear how much of the 30,000-square-foot building will be dedicated to physical servers, said spokesman Scott Cook, but it’s evident the $3.2 million investment will give IBM the area’s largest data center.

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Why Do I Need a Business Coach?

May 29, 2013 by

business (4)Why Do I Need a Business Coach?

 A good business coach can add a wealth of knowledge and experience without the need to give up equity in your company or pay someone a senior executive’s salary and benefits. Considering all that a business owner can learn from a business coach… a very high value exists for a low cost. However, obtaining the right business coach for the unique needs of your business can sometimes be a bit more challenging than randomly selecting someone from online listings or the phone book.

So what do you look for?….

Remember business coaching is an investment in your business. Here are a few benchmarks to consider when you are considering investing in a coach.

1 – Experience Your Industry

This is perhaps the easiest of questions to answer. While industry experience is valuable, remember that you are working “ON” your business. You are the industry expert! If you’re looking for manufacturing line redesign or process changes to the production line, you should be looking for a consultant who specifically does that type of work.  A business coach will help you to build value and systemize your business.

Online research is also helpful when deciding on a business coach to help you with your business.
Look over the business coach’s portfolio of past and present clients. Check the success of those companies. Walk into a few and ask about things that you like and dislike.

2 – Methodology and Business Philosophy

Are you investing in a coach whose philosophy you can see yourself emulating in the years ahead? Moreover, does this business philosophy connect with your long-term business goals?

Although no business coach should have to describe in detail his entire methodology in a preliminary interview, a business owner should not be afraid to ask general questions about how a coach expects to help achieve results for the company. The coach’s answers should be in line with the long-term goals of your company and your personal aspirations.

3 – Longevity

Is this person someone that you can see consulting with for a long period of time? Business coaching is a long-term investment. You need someone that you can communicate with on an open and honest basis. They must be able to explain things to you in terms that you can understand.

 

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Ohio Business News

May 28, 2013 by

business (2)With this post we bring you the latest news on what is happening in Ohio.

Internet cafés declared ‘illegal businesses’ in Ohio

Having solved all of the state’s other problems, the Ohio legislature has passed a bill outlawing that most foul of societal ills: the internet café.

As reported by the Cleveland Plain Dealer, House Bill 7, which passed the State Senate with a bipartisan vote of 27 to 6 on Wednesday, effectively cuts off the main source of income for Ohio’s internet cafés and is expected to put most of them out of business.

A. Schulman plans more restructuring actions overseas

Fairlawn-based A. Schulman Inc. has announced more restructuring plans, including more staff cuts, in its Europe, Middle East and Africa region due to the economic climate in Europe.

It also said it plans to sell a business in Australia.

The maker of plastic resins said the additional restructuring in Europe is expected to generate approximately $4 million in annual savings.

Energy efficiency fund to offer financing in Ohio

A new fund introduced in Ohio will mean dollars saved for small businesses and landlords alike, as well as greener buildings for businesses that otherwise have trouble finding the funding.

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Efficiency in the Workplace

May 21, 2013 by

business (7)Today’s news is all about efficiency in the workplace.  It is no surprise to anyone that businesses have to implement procedures in the workplace to boost the efficiency of their work force.  Although the steps to get there are varied and are not in any way exclusive to all businesses, efficiency in the workplace can be the difference between a successful business and a mediocre one.

Define Your Organization’s Habits to Work More Efficiently

We don’t often think about the way we usually operate at work, whether we’re performing an informal five-step process for evaluating a new proposal, or setting priorities for managing our time. But our ability to improve the ways we do things depends on defining and shaping our daily habits of mind and practice — our “standard work.”

Be flexible – and boost your efficiency

Against the backdrop of a tough economic climate, many small business owners are feeling the strain and working harder than ever. We conducted some research to find out the real pressures that Britain’s small businesses are currently facing. Turns out, it’s pretty tough out there.

Fiscal Efficiency Not A Priority in Ohio Schools

Ohio’s school districts spend about a third more on their bureaucracies than the national average.

As a percentage of the budget, Ohio schools spend more on bureaucracy than 47 other states, as reported in “The Book of the States 2012.” Statewide, Ohio’s schools spend a total of 13.2 percent of their budgets on administration, compared to the national average of 10.8 percent.

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Ohio’s Economic News

May 14, 2013 by

business (4)Ohio’s economy is recovering.  Although we are ranked 22nd. In the country for most-improved state in business climate, the casino’s revenue for Ohio is letting our state make its first appearance ever.  Honda is unveiling a new manufacturing site in Ohio, so after all, I believe the economy in Ohio is brighter every day. Continue reading the latest news in North East Ohio.

Ohio jumps 13 spots to become most-improved state in nationwide business-climate ranking

Corporate leaders are feeling much sunnier about Ohio, which jumped 13 spots to become the most-improved state in a nationwide business-climate ranking released this week.

But the Buckeye State landed in 22nd place out of 50, based on an annual survey conducted by Chief Executive Magazine.

Ohio ranks 16th for casino revenue

Ohio is making its first appearance on the American Gaming Association’s much-watched annual report on the U.S. casino industry, ranking 16th in consumer spending last year among the 23 states with casinos, according to Columbus Business First.

Honda to unveil new Ohio manufacturing site

Honda North America will unveil a new central Ohio manufacturing site for its Acura NSX on Tuesday.

The Marysville-based automaker plans to make an announcement about eight miles west of its headquarters.

Ohio Senate president sees preference for small-business tax cut

State Sen. Keith Faber, president of the Ohio Senate, said today in Cleveland that he believes the Senate would prefer to enact the small-business tax cut introduced by Gov. John Kasich rather than the across-the-board cut passed by the House.

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Recession or Recovery? Ohio Business News

May 7, 2013 by

business (11)The economy is always news around our nation.  Small owners surveyed may not agree whether the economy is recovering, but there is certainly more optimism about a recovery than before.  Read the articles below to discover what is happening around Ohio, our economy and new happenings in business.

Recession or recovery? Ohio’s small-business owners split

Ohio small-business owners are split over whether the U.S. and Ohio economies are still in recession or recovering, according to U.S. Bank’s annual small-business survey.

The survey polled 3,210 small businesses, including 203 in Ohio, across 25 states where the bank provides small-business services. The survey found that 45 percent of the small businesses surveyed believe the U.S. and Ohio economies are in an economic recovery.

Northeast Ohio small business owners are more optimistic about growth than their peers nationwide

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Northeast Ohio small-business owners see more opportunities to grow than their counterparts around the state and nation, according to COSE‘s latest small business monitor survey.

Popular locally brewed beer returns to Ohio

Wiedemann’s Special Lager will make its Ohio debut at Arnold’s Bar and Grill on May 17.
The event will include a delivery of the ceremonial first keg of Wiedemann in a horse-drawn beer wagon by Jim Tarbell.

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North East Ohio Business News

April 30, 2013 by

business (6)As spring finally arrives in Ohio, I walk around my neighborhood and can see for myself the great number of houses that are up for sale.  According to the Ohio Association of Realtors, the numbers of houses or condominiums that are up for sale are higher than last year’s as more people want to take advantage of the historically low interest rates. Keep reading the information below to give you a better understanding of what is happening in North East Ohio this week.

March Pending Home Sales Index for Ohio

The Ohio Association of REALTORS reports that the number of single-family homes and condominiums put under agreement in March rose for the 23rd consecutive month compared to the results from the prior year.

Goodyear, union begin contract talks for 6 plants

AKRON, Ohio — With the backdrop of an uncertain economy, shrinking unions and company cost-cutting, Goodyear and the Steelworkers are negotiating on a new national contract covering 8,000 tire workers at six plants.

The first round of talks in Cincinnati ended Thursday and recessed.

Cleveland Foodbank wins national award for excellence in food banking

The Cleveland Foodbank received the 2013 Mary Ruth Herbers SNAP Outreach Excellence in Food Banking Award at the annual Feeding America Network Executive Directors’ Forum recently held in Nashville. The award is given to the year’s most outstanding SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps) outreach program from the 202 food banks across the nation in the Feeding America network.

 

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Ohio Business News

April 24, 2013 by

Although winter in Ohio may be far from “fun” in the dead of winter, there is some good news for you to think about this year.  The following article will give small business owners a little incentive to keep working and promoting business in Ohio.

Texas Tops List of Best Small Business Tax Systems, California At Bottom

If you were to choose a state to do business in based solely on state tax systems, Texas and North Dakota would be at the top of the list. And at the bottom?  Try California, Hawaii and New Jersey.

Produce industry to hear federal food safety update April 30 in Wooster

WOOSTER, Ohio — If you’ve been following the produce industry over the past half-dozen years, chances are good you’ve heard the words “food safety.”

It’s been a hot topic in the industry amid costly food borne illnesses and concern over the general safety of raw produce.

White Castle Going ‘Green’ with Compost Made from Food Scraps

COLUMBUS, Ohio – White Castle is proud to announce its stepping up efforts to become ‘greener’ this Earth Day by using a new compost made from restaurant food scraps. To celebrate Earth Day, White Castle planted flowers using the new compost.

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Oil Dreams Fade in Ohio

April 17, 2013 by

These are some of the news for Ohio that is making headlines.

In Ohio, Oil Dreams fade amid ‘disappointing’ drilling results

FRACKING: Optimism over an Ohio oil boom fades  as drilling companies sell off leases after disappointing early results: “It’s not as good as we thought it was going to be.”

Ohio Utica Shale oil dreams fade as drillers pack up

U.S. drillers that set up rigs amid the rolling farmland of eastern Ohio on projections underground shale held US$500-billion of oil are packing up.

A homegrown revival of the rubber industry in northeast Ohio 

In a typical week, the show will cover not only all the big news stories, but also the stories behind the stories, or some of the less crucial but equally intriguing things happening in the world.

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