What Is an LLC (and Is It Right for You)?

This entry is part 1 of 3 in the series Step-by-Step Guide to Forming an LLC.

Starting a business is exciting. You’ve got ideas, energy, and maybe even customers waiting. But if you’re like most new entrepreneurs, there’s also a little voice in the back of your mind: “What if something goes wrong? Could I lose everything I own?” That’s where forming an LLC—short for Limited Liability Company—comes in. It’s one of the most common first steps for small business owners who want to protect themselves while keeping things simple. Let’s…

Am I Overvaluing Myself—Or Being Overlooked?

This entry is part 12 of 12 in the series Workplace Success.

Sitting With the Discomfort When You See Your Job Posted for More Than What You Make You’ve put in the work. You’ve built experience, taken on more, and grown into your role. You know what you contribute—and you’ve built a sense of what you’re worth. But then, out of nowhere, you see your exact job posted. Same title. Same responsibilities. Higher starting pay. And suddenly, a quiet question forms in the back of your mind:…