Me in the Media
Thanks to the Small Business Exchange for quoting me in their 5/27/25 article Hiring Your First Employee: A Guide for Entrepreneurs! Below is an excerpt and the full article. Hiring Friends and Family Many startups hire friends or family members to fill roles quickly. While this can work, it’s important to set clear boundaries. “I [...]
Chicago Bar Association's Solo/Small Firm Practitioners Committee Annual Seminar Includes a Live Web Event on 05-06-2025 at 2:00 PM (CDT; available online or for download after). You can register by clicking on the logo at left. 2.75 MCLE Credits. Solos and small firms don’t need massive budgets to run themselves. We’ll discuss a developed tech [...]
An Ounce of Prevention: Policies, Procedures, and Proactivity in Employment by: Michele Schechter of Financial Poise; Sunday, April 13, 2025 In the realm of employment, an intentional approach to crafting policies and procedures serves as a cornerstone for fostering a fair, compliant, and productive workplace. Implementing clear policies, structured procedures, and proactive management strategies not only cultivates a [...]
For the second time in six months, I'm quoted in an Illinois Bar Journal article. Thanks to Amelia Buragas for quoting me in her whistleblowing article To Whistle While You Work. April 2025 • Volume 113 • Number 4 • Page 10 LawPulse To Whistle While You Work By Amelia Buragas Protections for whistleblowing employees broadened with amendments to the Illinois Whistleblower [...]
