Children Traveling By Air Alone

There has been great cause for concern recently due to the fact that many children are traveling alone on an aircraft. Due to work requirements or budget restrictions, parents are choosing to allow their children to go on short airline flights without the supervision of a family member. This is possible because most airlines offer escort services that will make sure that children change planes where they are supposed to. Most parents are very cautious when making these air travel arrangements. They... Read more »

A New Breed of Airlines

Hong Kong, dubbed as the ‘Pearl of the Orient,’ is a special administrative region of People’s Republic of China (PRC.) Set among awe-inspiring natural surroundings, the city boasts of a thriving as well as vibrant commercial center. Once a typical fishing village, Hong Kong has now become one of the world’s significant trading economies. A strong influence of British culture is prevalent in the area as a result of the former colonial rule. But, at the same time, the city... Read more »

Do It Yourself Limited Liability Company Formation

Starting a limited liability company in the UK requires the submission to Company House forms, 10 and 12, plus a memorandum and articles of association to complete the company formation and registration. Companies House Form 10 First directors and secretary and intended situation of registered office Company formation Form 10 is where the details of the first director(s), company secretary and the proposed registered address of the proposed limited liability company are recorded. Details required... Read more »

Virgin Island Tax Break

If you have your own firm and you’re sick and tired of Uncle Sam reaping too much of your hard earned profits, you might consider moving to St. Thomas or other parts of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI). Here not only can you enjoy a year round paradise of pristine white sand beaches, palm trees, low humidity day after sunny 80 degree day, but, through its Economic Development Council (EDC) you can also save about 90% on your U.S. business income tax. The primary mission of the USVI... Read more »

Business Goals - How You Set Them Makes All The Difference

When setting your business goals for the week, month, or year, it’s worthwhile to follow a particular format that many great minds have written about over the years. First of all, they must be written down. A goal that is in your head is nothing more than an idea. Writing it will crystallize the goal and make you far more likely to accomplish it. All written business goals should be in the present tense, positive, and personal. As you write them and repeat them to yourself, your subconscious... Read more »

Half the Year in Paradise

If you relocate your business, and your home, to the lovely United States Virgin Islands (USVI) for at least 183 days out of each year, the corporate benefits, and the taxes you save could be enormous. Let’s take a look at the details of your savings through this USVI Economic Development Council program. Your business, once relocated to the U.S. Virgin Islands is totally exempt from three United States tax programs. The EDC program exempts your company from any real property taxes when... Read more »

Tokui Waza Presentations

In Judo, Tokui Waza means “favorite” or “best” technique. It’s the throw that fits naturally to your body type, and you have practiced it thousands of times to make it an instinctual response. Everyone at the club or local tournament knows that you’ll use it, but there’s nothing they can do to stop it…you’re just that damn good at it. Same thing goes in business. Everyone needs to have a carefully prepared and practiced Tokui Waza. Of course,... Read more »

USVI Economic Qualifiers for the EDC 90% Tax Reduction Program

If you have a hankering for your own business and a yen for fun in the sun, your best bet is the U.S. Virgin Islands. Here you can build your own business, or grow your existing one, and keep most of what had been your tax payments for yourself and your firm. The USVI and its Economic Development Council has a plan to let you reap a tremendous financial boon and corporate benefits that will wow you. Here are the industries and types of firms that can apply for this 90 percent federal income tax... Read more »

Project Managers Need To “Manage The Boss”

Most people have one. Yet attending to their demands and idiosyncrasies can be nerve-wracking. Wise people engage good boss management strategies. After all, bosses are not exalted and invincible gods. They are human beings with special roles and authority as well as the requisite levels of human weaknesses, problems and pressures. Assess Leadership Style Recognize leadership skills inherent in your own boss. This assists you to better understand your boss. You also benefit by becoming a better manager. Leader... Read more »

Project Management-Tips on Creating a Project Culture that Ensures a Foundation for Project Success

Although sometimes it seems that projects take on a life of their own, the simple fact is that projects don’t manage themselves. It takes the energy and commitment of a number of people to take a project from the initial idea through inception. As more companies embrace the concept of self-directed work-teams that work on specific projects, project management, will become a more vital element of the workplace. The following checklist will help you create a successful project management office: -... Read more »