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Smart Tools, Real Voices: Why Authenticity Still Wins in Healthcare Marketing - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Dorron Marketing Artificial intelligence has arrived in healthcare marketing, and it is not going away. From drafting social posts in seconds to segmenting patient audiences, personalizing email campaigns, and […]
Bridging Education and Industry: A Shared Responsibility for Healthcare Workforce Readiness in the Digital Age - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Cristina Bermudez, DHSc, MBA The healthcare industry continues to experience significant transformation driven by the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI), health informatics, and emerging digital technologies. Innovations such […]
Inde Navarrette skewers Shane Gillis' sexist joke in 'SNL' monologue
"Obsession" horror star Inde Navarrette brought some fresh blood to an existing "Saturday Night Live" wound on Halloween, taking a pointed swipe at recent host Shane Gillis' controversial joke about
Training the Next Generation of Physicians: Why Quality Matters as Graduate Medical Education Expands - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Saima Chaudhry, MD Florida is projected to face a shortage of nearly 18,000 physicians by 2035, highlighting the need to expand the state’s physician workforce. As hospitals and healthcare […]
Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital Adds Hematologist-Oncologist - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Carlos A. Cedeno, M.D., is a board-certified hematologist and oncologist with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and blood disorders. Dr. Cedeno earned his medical degree from […]
Tampa General Hospital and Health Care District of Palm Beach County to Open Lakeside Cancer Center in September 2027 - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and the Health Care District of Palm Beach County recently announced the upcoming expansion of cancer care for rural and western Palm Beach County communities. Anticipated […]
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital Welcomes Neurosurgeon Dr. Ajay Ramnot - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is pleased to welcome Ajay Ramnot, D.O., a neurosurgeon with HCA Florida Neurosurgical Specialists. Dr. Ramnot specializes in the treatment of complex brain and spine conditions, […]
Lee Health Foundation Hires Kayla Reiter - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Lee Health Foundation welcomes Kayla Reiter as marketing communication coordinator. In this role, Reiter supports the Foundation’s marketing and communication strategy by helping tell meaningful stories that connect donors to […]
Lee Health Announces Executive Leadership Promotions - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Lee Health is proud to announce several executive leadership promotions that will help guide the health system as it continues to expand access to high-quality care across Southwest Florida. The […]
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital Welcomes Head and Neck Surgeon - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Sara A. Sun, M.D., has joined the medical staff at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon specializing in head and neck cancers and other surgical conditions […]
Nicklaus Children’s Health System Appoints Brynne McNulty Rojas to Board of Directors - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Nicklaus Children’s Health System has appointed entrepreneur and investor Brynne McNulty Rojas to its Board of Directors. McNulty Rojas brings expertise in technology scaling, finance, real estate investment and global […]
Baptist Health Breaks Ground on New Home of Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Baptist Health recently broke ground on the new home of Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute, part of Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care. During the ceremony, Baptist Health […]
Michael F. Walsh, MD, Joins Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute as Deputy Director and Chief of Prevention - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute is pleased to welcome Michael F. Walsh, M.D., a board-certified medical geneticist specializing in hereditary cancer predisposition. Dr. Walsh will serve as deputy director […]
LSUE Open House on Nov. 5 to highlight affordable pathways to local healthcare careers
Explore healthcare career opportunities at LSU Eunice's Nov. 5 Open House. Learn about nursing, respiratory care, surgical technology and other programs offered in Eunice and Lafayette.
Matchday Musings: Second Guessing What Happens Next
Is a parting of ways an inevitable step, now that Sunderland have crashed again?
Washington, Demond Williams ruin Nebraska's 'blackout' game in unreal fashion
The Washington Huskies needed a Big Ten win. They got it in an unlikely way, against a surprisingly regressing Nebraska Cornhuskers team.
Five Takeaways From Oklahoma State's Heartbreaking Loss to Iowa State
Oklahoma State scored 49 points but fell 51–49 at Iowa State. From special teams mistakes and explosive plays allowed to second-half struggles and costly penalties, here are five takeaways from the Cowboys' heartbreaking loss in Ames.
High school football: Saturday's scores
CIF Southern Section high school football scores for Saturday's games.
What Happens When Microplastics Meet Water? Scientists Uncovered a Potential Source of Cell-Damaging Molecules
Researchers tested six common plastics and found that the materials used in grocery bags and yogurt cups were among the most chemically active.
Ohio State Buckeyes suffer chilling Halloween night loss to USC
Coach Ryan Day showed far more (NSFW) emotion than fans are used to seeing on Halloween night, as his Ohio State Buckeyes were beaten soundly by the USC Trojans by a score of 30-18 at the Coliseum in Los Angeles. Jeremiah Smith made history with his third consecutive season-long accomplishment , but it wasn’t enough as OSU’s offense became nerfed […] The post Ohio State Buckeyes suffer chilling Halloween night loss to USC appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Report card: Nebraska football suffers heartbreak against Washington
Despite holding a 7-3 lead with under two minutes remaining, Nebraska football (5-3, 2-3) suffered another heartbreaking loss in October, falling to Washington (5-3, 2-3) 17-10 in Memorial Stadium on Saturday night.
Trump lets Katie Zacharia botch 'SNL' cold open, admires Tom Hanks' butt
"Saturday Night Live" returned just in time for a political fright night.
Memphis offense shines in 27-point win over Army
After three straight games of slow starts, Memphis got out to a great start against the Black Knights and used it to propel them toe a 49-22 win Saturday night.
What is Mike Norvell's buyout with Florida State?
FSU would owe Mike Norvell one of the biggest buyouts in college football history if they decide to fire him.
Washington State loses sixth straight game, 26-20
Make it six straight defeats in a continuous tailspin season for the Washington State Cougars. This time it comes at the hands of the San Diego State Aztecs, 26-20. For the last decade or so, losing six games in a season was considered a bad season. Now it’s six straight and eight total on the […]
Trump’s next Iran move? Strikes loom after Netanyahu’s win and US midterms
Analysts expect an escalation in the nine-month war even as political dynamics in both Israel and the US evolve.
High school flag football: Southern Section playoff scores
CIF Southern Section high school girls' flag football playoff scores for Saturday's games.
Would Heidi Klum's Daughter Leni Take Over Halloween Bash? She Says...
Leni Klum shared whether she sees herself taking over hosting duties for her mom Heidi Klum's annual Halloween party while walking the red carpet at Cathédrale Restaurant Oct. 31.
Cayuga Nation Hosts Seneca County Chamber Business After Hours Event
Over 50 guests from four Finger Lakes chambers gathered October 21 at the Cayuga Nation Community Center in Seneca Falls, exploring Nation businesses.
It's here: 2027 Obamacare enrollment
Millions of Florida residents who purchase their insurance policies on healthcare.gov can begin shopping Sunday for coverage to take effect next year. Twelve companies will offer so-called Obamacare plans on the healthcare.gov marketplace, where subsidies are available to lower the costs of monthly premiums, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation website shows. Another three are […]
Big 12 admits that it incorrectly gave No. 8 BYU a first-quarter touchdown in win over Arizona State
Most Michigan voters haven't seen roads improve under Whitmer
Gretchen Whitmer has the highest approval rating for an outgoing Michigan governor in decades. But most voters haven't seen road conditions improve.
Why you shouldn't wait to shop for 2027 health plans
Open enrollment for 2027 brings new identity checks and fewer brokers. Experts urge consumers to shop early.
Braves News: Dana Brown, Vidal Brujan back, more
Atlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Nov. 1, 2026, puzzle No. 769
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Wendy Brown, political scientist: ‘Our organization of life is unsustainable and we know it’
The California philosopher, one of the leading figures in her field, argues for a reparative democracy centered on collective care to help repair the damage caused by neoliberalism
Borthwick: I know vast majority of my picks
>Continued from front is a real bonus in those players and the other aspect is having quality character. You want good men that are going to be selfless and help the team and are then able to step in and do the job.” That positional flexibility could be good news for the likes of Joe […] The post Borthwick: I know vast majority of my picks appeared first on The Rugby Paper .
December return for Van Rensburg
BRISTOL Bears boss Pat Lam says England centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg will return to match action in December to give him sufficient time to recover after suffering two serious head injuries in the space of three months. The 29-year-old, below, was stretchered off after being knocked unconscious trying to tackle Henry Pollock in the […] The post December return for Van Rensburg appeared first on The Rugby Paper .
Bath find their feet to keep Sale out
AFTER suffering three consecutive defeats, Bath showed much improved form to record a bonus-point victory over a battling Sale before a sold-out Rec. ■By ROGER PANTING Bath .................................... 36pts Tries: Arundell 3, de Glanville 22, Cokanasiga 30, 42; Hennessey 64 Conversions: Russell 3, 22, 42, 64 Penalty: Russell 58 Sale Sharks ..................... 28pts Tries: Jibulu […] The post Bath find their feet to keep Sale out appeared first on The Rugby Paper .
Army football struggles on road in soggy loss to Memphis
Army football struggled on the road against Memphis on Halloween. Here's how the Black Knights fell pray to the Tigers.
Seminoles Given Bag of Tricks by Clemson in Halloween Nightmare
Florida State lost its third consecutive game. Seminoles QB Ashton Daniels turned the ball over four times.
Heidi Klum reveals Halloween costume as her iconic party marks 25 years
Heidi Klum underwent a bloody transformation to become a giant, gruesome severed hand for Halloween.
Report: Padres Decline Option on Nick Pivetta
The San Diego Padres have declined their $14 million team option on starter Nick Pivetta for 2027, according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. He will now become a free agent. Report: Nick Pivetta Declines 2027 Player Option with Padres Pivetta spent a long portion of the 2026 season on the injured list …
Heidi Klum reveals Halloween costume as her iconic party marks 25 years
Heidi Klum underwent a bloody transformation to become a giant, gruesome severed hand for Halloween.
'Embarrassing in every way': How OU collapsed against South Carolina
The floodgates were open for OU in a 42-25 loss to South Carolina on Saturday.
Arkansas football takes clear step backward versus Missouri
The Razorbacks lay an egg after a week off
“SNL ”recap: Host Inde Navarrette takes shot at Shane Gillis’ controversial monologue in Halloween episode
Tom Hanks returns as David S. Pumpkins!
‘SNL’ recap: ‘Obsession’ star Inde Navarrette hosts Halloween episode
‘Obsession’ star Inde Navarrette hosts ‘Saturday Night Live’ for the first time on Halloween, with musical guest Gracie Abrams. Read EW’s recap.
Science of a city: The maths, physics, ecology & psychology of urban life
Cities are usually discussed in the language of infrastructure, economics and politics. But I’ve often wondered whether we are looking at cities through too narrow a lens.
‘I Came as Donald Trump’: The President Hosts a Luxury Halloween at Mar-a-Lago
President Trump attended his jungle-themed Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago dressed as a distinctly recognizable figure.
Halloween meets game day: How Sixth Street is preparing for a packed night
With Halloween and a University of Texas game bringing crowds downtown tonight, APD expects 80,000 to 100,000 people in the entertainment districts...
Broncos Have A Serious Advantage Hasn’t Been Discussed Much
The Denver Broncos have excellent special teams, and the Chiefs are a little shaky there right now.
Heidi Klum reveals her 2026 Halloween costume
The “Project Runway” star’s latest scary look is a doozy.
Austin Reaves' simple statement after awful performance on Friday
Austin Reaves didn't mince words after his second eight-turnover performance in a row.
U.S. Department of Education demands changes to Illinois school mental health screening plan
The Department of Education raisse parental consent and privacy concerns over mental health screening plans.
NASA's Swift telescope on the verge of plunging back to Earth
A NASA telescope is barely clinging to space after a failed rescue effort left it tottering and sinking toward Earth. A few pieces that don't burn up in the atmosphere are expected to land in the ocean on or about Friday.
Trump administration's social media posts ahead of elections criticized for being inflammatory
The Trump administration’s online accounts have circulated images of a pumpkin carved with a sombrero design and a fake Halloween-themed background around a Black man apparently accused of food assistance fraud.
Incarnate Word takes care of business against hapless Northwestern State
Roy Alexander and Jayden Hibbler shined on offense, and the Cardinals defense smothered the Demons in a dominant performance.
Polish president discusses Constitutional Court row with politicians
Polish President Karol Nawrocki held consultations with political representatives on Saturday amid a dispute over the country's Constitutional Court that erupted following moves by the government to c...
Pirates Should Sign This Former CY Young Winner
Robbie Ray would be a perfect fit for the Pittsburgh Pirates rotation in 2027.
Texas Senate race heats up as James Talarico rallies hundreds in Houston ahead of Election Day
Sports media world absolutely baffled by Curt Cignetti’s timeout strategy
No. 4 Indiana escaped their matchup on Saturday against Minnesota with the win, but in true Halloween fashion, it came with quite a big scare. The game was tied 13–13 in the final minute of play with the Golden Gophers driving around midfield. After getting stopped on third down, Minnesota faced a decision to either…
The Best Late-Night Habit for More Energy the Next Day, According to Experts
It’s true—unplugging in the evening can help you wake up the next day with more energy and mental clarity.
Rays Make Decision on Drew Rasmussen
The Tampa Bay Rays have exercised their club option on starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen for the upcoming season.Rasmussen is one of the best starting pitchers in baseball, and the Rays will have him back in their rotation next season, barring an offseason trade.Rays Pick Up Option On Drew RasmussenPer Rays reporter Marc Topkin, the Rays […] The post Rays Make Decision on Drew Rasmussen appeared first on HEAVY.
Southside business owners raise safety concerns after woman shot during Atlantic Boulevard gathering
A shooting that injured a woman early Saturday morning has renewed concerns among Southside business owners who say large late-night gatherings along Atlantic Boulevard have become a recurring problem.
How Daylight Saving Time affects your health
"Star Wars" Killed The New "Mass Effect"?
Last week’s announcement that EA was shutting down game developer BioWare and scrapping the newest “Mass Effect” game upset much of the fanbase. Now, the apparent reason why has been revealed. Bloomberg reports that the decision to close BioWare was mainly due to EA pursuing the opportunity to make a new “Star Wars Battlefront” game. […]
High early voting turnout sets stage for competitive Texas midterm races
High early voting turnout in Texas is building toward a consequential Election Day as candidates make their final pitches statewide.
Yakima County health officials report second avian influenza case
YAKIMA, Wash. — The Yakima Health District, working with the Washington State Department of Health, announced a second Yakima County resident tested positive for avian influenza after exposure at a
Yankees Trade Pitch Lands $288 Million Infielder in the Bronx
The New York Yankees can only bring so many bold trade proposals to fruition.But this doesn’t stop rumors from surfacing.In a recent New York trade pitch, an MLB writer sent a $288 million shortstop to the Bronx.Let’s take a look at his daring suggestion.Yankees Urged To Target Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr.When Anthony Ranaudo of FanSided […] The post Yankees Trade Pitch Lands $288 Million Infielder in the Bronx appeared first on HEAVY.
Gov. Green approves new tie-breaker rule for Hawaii elections
Governor Josh Green has approved a new rule outlining how the state will break ties in future elections.
Binghamton University hosts spooky science experiments at Phelps Mansion Museum
Binghamton University brought its Physics Outreach Project to the Phelps Mansion Museum today.
North Carolina A&T issues statement on Elon homecoming brawl
North Carolina A&T Athletics has released a statement regarding the brawl f ollowing the team’s homecoming victory over Elon. Members of the two football teams got into a physical altercation immediately following the game on North Carolina A&T’s sideline. The full statement from North Carolina A&T’s Department of Athletics is below. “An on-field […] The post North Carolina A&T issues statement on Elon homecoming brawl appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Kyle Whittingham Ranks Michigan State Among Michigan’s Rivals
Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham reveals where Michigan State ranks among the Wolverines' rivalries and shares his thoughts on Pat Fitzgerald.
Howard County issues health alert after 33,000-gallon sewage spill in Savage
Howard County issued a precautionary health alert after a 33,000-gallon sewage spill in Savage on Friday.
Ellis Medicine, Hometown Health Centers host Schenectady Fall Family Boo Bash fundraiser
Families in Schenectady got an early start on fall festivities at the Fall Family Boo Bash, an event hosted by Ellis Medicine and Hometown Health Centers.The tw
Legislative priorities on healthcare crystallize as New Mexico voters head to polls
Healthcare access and affordability have become a central issue — and a surprising point of consensus — ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Japan sticker craze meets politics as PM Takaichi-themed sets prove hit
Japan's political world has found itself no exception to a recent craze for tactile "bumpy" stickers, with sets depicting the Cabinet of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi proving a hit at National Diet gift shops.
Is there a presidential election in Arizona this year? Some think so
A county official in Arizona had to remind voters there is no presidential election in 2026 after repeated questions.
The Elder Scrolls VI Reportedly Titled Sentinel, Set in Hammerfell
The Elder Scrolls VI might finally get its full name soon. According to The Verge's Tom Warren, Bethesda is preparing to announce the game as The Elder Scrolls VI: Sentinel, and the reveal could come as soon as November. Warren expects it to be a name reveal only, so a trailer, gameplay, or...
Nikita Kucherov’s Agent Already Has Team Lined Up [Report]
Nikita Kucherov’s agent, Dan Milstein, confirmed that his client will continue playing for the Tampa Bay Lightning while his trade request situation is resolved. That said, one insider connected to the Edmonton Oilers believes that Milstein has already been working behind the scenes on a trade destination.Bob Stauffer, the Oilers’ color commentator and host of […] The post Nikita Kucherov’s Agent Already Has Team Lined Up [Report] appeared first on HEAVY.
IN THE HOUSE: Notable recruits at Arkansas-Missouri game
Arkansas hosted approximately 40 recruits on unofficial visits Saturday night for the Missouri game at Reynolds Razorback Stadium
Which small businesses need cyber liability insurance most?
By Mary Beth Eastman for ERGO NEXT Data from the nonprofit Identity Theft Resource Center’s 2025 Business Impact Report found that 81% of small businesses surveyed reported a security breach, a data breach, or both in the last year. Cyber liability insurance could help protect small businesses from some of the costs of data breaches,
Curt Cignetti reacts to Indiana football overtime win vs Minnesota: 'This is entertainment'
On Halloween, IU coach Curt Cignetti received a gift, which will taste sweeter after his Hoosiers pulled out a comeback win.
Ime Udoka also said there's no minutes restriction for …
Ime Udoka also said there's no minutes restriction for …
Drinking tea may help protect your heart, but there’s a surprising catch
A massive study of nearly 486,000 adults found that regularly drinking tea was associated with an 11% lower risk of heart and blood vessel diseases. The lowest risk was linked to drinking roughly six to eight cups per day, with black tea showing more consistent benefits than green tea.
The Great Barrier Reef's most notorious coral killer may actually be helping it
Crown-of-thorns starfish are notorious for devouring coral reefs, but surprising new research reveals these spiny predators may actually help reefs thrive when their populations are kept in check. Scientists studying Australia's Great Barrier Reef discovered that nearly 75% of observed starfish feeding events left behind living coral tissue, rather than destroying entire colonies. By feeding on fast-growing, dominant corals, the starfish create opportunities for slower-growing species to survive, potentially increasing coral biodiversity.
Ancient ape fossil in Egypt could rewrite the story of human origins
A 17- to 18-million-year-old ape fossil discovered in Egypt is challenging long-held beliefs about where the ancestors of humans and other modern apes first evolved. Scientists now suspect that North Africa and the Middle East, rather than East Africa, may have been the cradle of modern ape evolution.
Scientists use sound waves to deliver a new attack on deadly brain cancer
Scientists at the University of Virginia have developed a promising new strategy to fight glioblastoma, one of the deadliest and most difficult-to-treat forms of brain cancer. Their experimental approach combines focused ultrasound, tiny nanoparticles, and genetic molecules called microRNAs to attack multiple cancer-driving genes simultaneously.
Reflections on a life in physics and the state of science
Sheldon L Glashow, America’s oldest living Nobel laureate for physics, reflects on how the scientific research landscape has changed radically over ...
Business Owners Have a Window. Most Aren't Ready to Use It. by Tully Ryan
I spend my working life on both sides of a business sale. As an M&A advisor based in Wilmington, I help lower middle market owners across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia sell what they've built. As the founder and CEO of IQExit, I work with the bankers, wealth advisors, CPAs and attorneys who sit beside those owners for years before a sale ever comes up. From both seats, I keep seeing the same thing. The market is ready for our owners. Too many of our owners aren't ready for the market. Start with our own backyard. Wilmington's metro area added more than 12,000 residents between July 2024 and July 2025, a 2.6% jump that ranked seventh in the country. It also posted the highest job growth rate of any metro in North Carolina. I see the same pattern in the growth markets I work in across the Southeast. New residents mean new customers and new workers. They also mean new buyers: people who moved here from corporate jobs and want to own something, private equity groups looking for add-ons in HVAC, electrical, landscaping and other trade services, and younger entrepreneurs who would rather buy a running business than start one from scratch. The ownership numbers are hard to ignore. About half of North Carolina's small businesses have an owner who is 55 or older, and roughly 85% of those owners have no succession plan, according to the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center. Nationally, more than half of Baby Boomer business owners have no documented transition plan. That isn't a crisis yet. It's a timing problem. A lot of businesses will change hands over the next decade, and the prepared ones will get the better buyers and the better terms. Buyers have money and they're using it. But an active market doesn't mean a fast one. The IBBA's latest Market Pulse survey found that Main Street deals took six to 10 months from engagement to close in the second quarter, and lower middle market deals took 11 to 12 months. That clock starts after the owner decides to sell. In my experience, the real preparation has to start years before. Two clocks, two playbooks When I sit down with an owner or their advisor, my first question isn't “What's it worth?” It's “When?” The answer puts the owner in one of two groups. If the owner wants out within 24 months, we're in execution mode. There's no time to rebuild the business. The work is cleaning up what a buyer will test: three years of financials that tie to the tax returns, an add-back schedule you can prove, customer and vendor contracts in writing, a lease that can be assigned, and a price the market will actually pay. The goal is certainty to close. If the exit is two to five years away, the owner has something worth more than time. They have choices. That window is where most value gets built, and most owners waste it by waiting. What kills deals In the lower middle market, deals rarely die over the headline price. They die in diligence, or they get retraded late in the process. I see the same causes again and again. The owner is the business. If every key customer relationship runs through the owner's cell phone, a buyer sees risk and a lender sees more of it. The books don't hold up. Buyers spot weak accounting fast. Statements that get revised mid-process, a revolving door in the bookkeeper's chair, revenue tracked on a side spreadsheet, and margins that slip while sales climb with no clear reason all make a buyer nervous. So does an owner who pushes back when asked for documents. And plenty of private owners run personal expenses through the company. Add-backs are normal. Add-backs you can't document turn into a lower offer. The real estate isn't sorted out. Many owners hold their building in a separate LLC. That's fine, but the lease terms or the property sale should be settled before a buyer shows up, not halfway through diligence. Revenue sits in too few hands. Picture a contractor with 40% of its work coming from one builder, or a service company running on handshake deals. Buyers will still look, but the terms shift toward more seller financing, an earnout, or less cash at closing. Owners and advisors: if your exit is three to five years out • Get a baseline now. Find out where the business really stands today: what a buyer would pay, who that buyer is likely to be, and which gaps would hurt you in diligence. You can't fix what you haven't measured, and the answer is often different from what the owner expects. • Make yourself less necessary. Spend the next few years building a manager or small team that can run daily operations and own customer relationships. Put handshake deals into written contracts. A business that runs without its owner is worth more and is far easier to finance. • Clean the books for three straight years. Buyers and lenders look back at least three years. Separate personal expenses, keep the financials tied to the tax returns, track every add-back as you go, and settle the real estate plan early. A word to CPAs CPAs often see a sale coming before anyone else, and you're usually the most trusted voice an owner has. Year-end meetings are the right time to start this conversation. Here's what I'd ask every CPA to do this season with business owner clients over 55: • Ask the timing question. “Do you see yourself owning this business in five years? If not, who takes it over?” Write down the answer and bring it up again at next year's meeting. • Run a proof of cash and review revenue recognition. Make sure the cash in the bank ties to the revenue on the books. Pay close attention to contractors with work in progress and to companies selling memberships or service plans. These issues are easy to fix with years of lead time and painful to fix a month before closing. • Pair the tax return with an exit readiness review. Invite clients to complete IQExit's Exit Readiness Intelligence (ERI) process as part of year-end planning. It gives you and the client a shared picture of readiness gaps and an indicative value range, and the results come back to you as the advisor. That turns a tax meeting into a planning relationship, and it puts you in position to bring in tax and M&A help early, when choices like purchase price allocation can still save the client real money. Changing the conversation For bankers, wealth advisors and attorneys, the hard part is raising the subject without seeming to nudge a client toward the door. I understand that. Nobody wants to tell a 60-year-old owner it's time to sell. So don't. Ask a different question: “If a buyer called tomorrow, what would they find?” That's a planning question, not a pitch, and it's useful whether the exit is two years out or 15. It's the question we built IQExit to help advisors answer. Whether you're in Wilmington, Raleigh, Charleston, Richmond or anywhere else, owners have a real opening right now. The buyers are out there and so is the capital. The owners who come out ahead will be the ones who start getting ready before they're ready to sell.
The Best Time to Fix Your Business Is When Things Are Going Well by Nathan Tayloe
There's a pattern I've noticed working with growing businesses over the years. Conversations about what needs to change rarely happen when things are going well. They tend to happen when growth slows, a competitor starts winning business, or something that used to work stops producing the same results. By then, the decisions are often harder, more expensive, and more urgent than they needed to be. It's understandable. When revenue is growing, customers are coming in, and employees are busy, there's little incentive to question what's working. Leaders have plenty to manage without creating new challenges for themselves. Running my own business has taught me that it's easy to get caught up in what's happening today and put off improvements you know will matter tomorrow. Those periods of success may actually be the best opportunity a business has to make meaningful improvements. When Success Makes Change Less Urgent Most businesses have things they know could be better. The challenge is finding a compelling reason to address them when everything appears to be working. Maybe the company has outgrown its original positioning. Perhaps internal processes haven't kept pace with growth, or the customer experience has become inconsistent as the organization has expanded. These issues don't necessarily prevent a business from growing. Strong demand can make them easier to overlook, especially when teams are focused on keeping up with the work already coming in. Over time, small inefficiencies become accepted ways of operating. Outdated processes remain in place because they've always worked well enough, and opportunities to improve get pushed aside in favor of more immediate demands. The business continues moving forward, but some of the things supporting that growth aren't getting stronger along with it. The Advantage of Acting Early When a business is performing well, leadership has something valuable: options. There's more flexibility to invest, experiment, develop people, and make thoughtful decisions without the pressure of an immediate problem that needs solving. Compare that with trying to make the same changes when revenue is declining, or the market has shifted. Investments become harder to justify, timelines get compressed, and decisions that could have been made strategically become urgent responses to circumstances. I've seen businesses postpone improvements for years because there was never a particularly good time to address them. Eventually, circumstances decide for them, often when they have fewer resources and less flexibility to respond. Growth Changes What a Business Needs This is especially relevant in a growing market like Wilmington, where new businesses, new residents, and continued investment are creating opportunities across the region. As organizations grow, the expectations placed on them change. Customers expect greater consistency, employees need clearer processes and opportunities, and leadership has to make decisions that support a larger, more complex business. What worked when a company was smaller may still work today, but that doesn't necessarily mean it will support where the organization wants to go next. Sometimes the most valuable improvements are the ones that prepare a business for demands it hasn't experienced yet. That might mean: Strengthening internal processes before they become bottlenecks Developing leaders before the organization depends on them Improving the customer experience before inconsistencies affect retention Revisiting positioning before the market outgrows the company's story None of these changes requires a crisis. They require recognizing that a growing business needs to keep evolving, even when current performance gives leadership little reason to worry. Use the Good Years Wisely Successful businesses don't need to constantly reinvent themselves. There's value in knowing what works and having the discipline to build on it. There's also value in occasionally asking whether the business is as strong as its current performance suggests. Are there problems we've learned to work around instead of solving? Are we still operating the way we did several years ago, even though the business has changed? What would we improve today if we weren't waiting for something to go wrong? Success creates the freedom to ask those questions and act on the answers. The businesses that make the most of that opportunity are often better prepared for whatever comes next. The strongest businesses don't need a crisis to recognize an opportunity to improve. They use the good years to prepare for the years ahead. — Learn more about how we help organizations strengthen their positioning, align their strategy, and prepare for what's next at tayloegray.com, or reach out directly at nathan@tayloegray.com.
Alaska Sen. Sullivan accuses Democrats of same-name voter deceit
CNN’s Jake Tapper sits down with Republican Senator Dan Sullivan ahead of the midterms where he’s seeking a third term. He discusses the “double Dan Sullivan” controversy, involving two candidates with the same name running for the same seat. Watch the full interview on CNN at 9a ET.
Scientists say a forgotten particle may explain why the universe exists
A mysterious particle overlooked for decades may hold the key to why matter survived the Big Bang, allowing stars, planets, and life to exist. Scientists believe this forgotten neutrino reshaped the early universe and may have left detectable gravitational wave signals that could help unlock the cosmos’s deepest mysteries.
Paddy McAteer’s 60-Yard Kick Gives Indiana a Second Chance
After special teams blunders nearly cost the game, McAteer’s miraculous boot erased a late deficit, salvaging the Hoosiers’ season and forcing a triumphant overtime surge at Memorial Stadium.
Zendaya channels Halle Berry with risqué recreation for Halloween
Zendaya's Halloween look is turning heads.