The recession has small business owners everywhere cancelling or postponing their vacations.  In 2010, 55% of small business owners had not taken a vacation in the last two or more years per a recent poll.  Research shows that men who take vacations are 32% less likely to die of heart disease; women who vacation at least two times a year are less likely to suffer from heart disease.  So maybe Connecticut business owners should head to the Connecticut shore or take a trip into Boston! more…

 Every small business owner should read Preventing and Detecting Employee Theft and Embezzlement: A Practical Guide”.  This is written by Stephen Pedneault, CPA/CFF, CFE, founder and Principal of Forensic Accounting Services, LLC, located in Glastonbury, CT.  more…