Gene MarksWhat I DoGene Marks is the founder and president of the Marks Group, a small-business consulting firm based in Bala Cynwyd.Why your small business needs an AI policyTwo lawyers with artificial intelligence expertise shared their tips for creating guidelines for employees using AI.Gene Marks Nov. 25, 2025Link copied to clipboardWhat local small-business owners should know before terminating an employeeTaking certain steps before an employee layoff or termination can protect a business from legal exposure.Gene Marks Nov. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboardA Pennsylvania mentorship program aims to help small businesses get government workThe program provides training and relationships for those looking to get government contracts in Pennsylvania.Gene Marks Oct. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboardAs healthcare costs rise, more small employers are turning to level funded plansEmployer health coverage costs are expected to surge more than 9% in 2026, according to recent reports. Gene Marks Sept. 24, 2025Link copied to clipboardThree ways to recruit good employees for your small businessFrom social media to technical schools, there are more ways than ever to recruit reliable employees. Gene Marks Sept. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboardPrevent workplace injuries with these safety tipsMost workplace accidents can be prevented, if employers take appropriate steps to ensure safety. Gene Marks Aug. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboardFinancial theft is a growing threat to area small businesses. Here’s how to protect yourself.Splitting up duties and making sure financial employees take vacations can help business owners prevent theft.Gene Marks July 22, 2025Link copied to clipboardDespite challenges in 2025, Philly-area small businesses remain resilient and optimisticTariffs, inflation, and labor shortages have been challenging to some businesses, but many are still optimistic looking ahead to 2026.Gene Marks Nov. 18, 2025Link copied to clipboardA new overtime wage tax deduction may be helpful, but it’s also creating headachesThe rule has limitations, and the IRS has yet to provide clear guidance on how companies should report qualified overtime compensation.Gene Marks Oct. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboardSix ways small businesses are using AI in Philly and beyondFrom market research to consumer-facing chatbots, AI is changing the way small-business owners operate. Gene Marks Oct. 8, 2025Link copied to clipboardNo tax on tips: What businesses and workers should know Accountants give their tips on how workers and employers should approach tipped income under new tax rules.Gene Marks Sept. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboardWorker classification rules are changing. Employers should pay close attention, lawyers say.Using independent contractors can help a business save money, but it's important to know the line between an independent contractor and an employee.Gene Marks Aug. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboardSavvy biz owners are cutting freight costs while everyone else is worrying about tariffsOver the past five years, the cost of freight has fluctuated significantly. Gene Marks Aug. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboard3 new or pending employment laws in Pennsylvania that could impact your business A new rule limits noncompete agreements for healthcare workers, and legislators are considering changes to laws on cannabis use and pay history questions.Gene Marks July 15, 2025Link copied to clipboardMore business owners are selling, but uncertainty continuesTransactions are up more than 8% year over year, according to a report by BizBuySell.Gene Marks Nov. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboardSix months in, how are Philly-area businesses handling Trump’s tariffs? Many small businesses have grappled with uncertainty amid new and changing tariffs on imports.Gene Marks Oct. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboardHow small businesses can use HSAs to save on healthcare costsOffering a plan that includes a health savings account option allows employees to save for health-related expenses they'll face even far into the future.Gene Marks Sept. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboardAre local small-business owners too optimistic? | OpinionRecent surveys show U.S. small-business owners are feeling good. But the current administration is unpredictable, and some local businesses are wary, Gene Marks writes.Gene Marks Sept. 10, 2025Link copied to clipboardSeeking small-business success in Philadelphia? Here’s some advice from local entrepreneurs.Don't get stuck in the weeds, and other useful tips from seasoned business leaders.Gene Marks Aug. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboardTips on Airbnb hosting from a few Philly expertsAirbnb hosting is a chance to be an entrepreneur without quitting your day job. Here are some tips on how to do it well from local hosts.Gene Marks July 30, 2025Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
Why your small business needs an AI policyTwo lawyers with artificial intelligence expertise shared their tips for creating guidelines for employees using AI.Gene Marks Nov. 25, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Why your small business needs an AI policyTwo lawyers with artificial intelligence expertise shared their tips for creating guidelines for employees using AI.Gene Marks Nov. 25, 2025Link copied to clipboard
What local small-business owners should know before terminating an employeeTaking certain steps before an employee layoff or termination can protect a business from legal exposure.Gene Marks Nov. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboard
What local small-business owners should know before terminating an employeeTaking certain steps before an employee layoff or termination can protect a business from legal exposure.Gene Marks Nov. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboard
A Pennsylvania mentorship program aims to help small businesses get government workThe program provides training and relationships for those looking to get government contracts in Pennsylvania.Gene Marks Oct. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboard
A Pennsylvania mentorship program aims to help small businesses get government workThe program provides training and relationships for those looking to get government contracts in Pennsylvania.Gene Marks Oct. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboard
As healthcare costs rise, more small employers are turning to level funded plansEmployer health coverage costs are expected to surge more than 9% in 2026, according to recent reports. Gene Marks Sept. 24, 2025Link copied to clipboard
As healthcare costs rise, more small employers are turning to level funded plansEmployer health coverage costs are expected to surge more than 9% in 2026, according to recent reports. Gene Marks Sept. 24, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Three ways to recruit good employees for your small businessFrom social media to technical schools, there are more ways than ever to recruit reliable employees. Gene Marks Sept. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Three ways to recruit good employees for your small businessFrom social media to technical schools, there are more ways than ever to recruit reliable employees. Gene Marks Sept. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Prevent workplace injuries with these safety tipsMost workplace accidents can be prevented, if employers take appropriate steps to ensure safety. Gene Marks Aug. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Prevent workplace injuries with these safety tipsMost workplace accidents can be prevented, if employers take appropriate steps to ensure safety. Gene Marks Aug. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Financial theft is a growing threat to area small businesses. Here’s how to protect yourself.Splitting up duties and making sure financial employees take vacations can help business owners prevent theft.Gene Marks July 22, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Financial theft is a growing threat to area small businesses. Here’s how to protect yourself.Splitting up duties and making sure financial employees take vacations can help business owners prevent theft.Gene Marks July 22, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Despite challenges in 2025, Philly-area small businesses remain resilient and optimisticTariffs, inflation, and labor shortages have been challenging to some businesses, but many are still optimistic looking ahead to 2026.Gene Marks Nov. 18, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Despite challenges in 2025, Philly-area small businesses remain resilient and optimisticTariffs, inflation, and labor shortages have been challenging to some businesses, but many are still optimistic looking ahead to 2026.Gene Marks Nov. 18, 2025Link copied to clipboard
A new overtime wage tax deduction may be helpful, but it’s also creating headachesThe rule has limitations, and the IRS has yet to provide clear guidance on how companies should report qualified overtime compensation.Gene Marks Oct. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboard
A new overtime wage tax deduction may be helpful, but it’s also creating headachesThe rule has limitations, and the IRS has yet to provide clear guidance on how companies should report qualified overtime compensation.Gene Marks Oct. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Six ways small businesses are using AI in Philly and beyondFrom market research to consumer-facing chatbots, AI is changing the way small-business owners operate. Gene Marks Oct. 8, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Six ways small businesses are using AI in Philly and beyondFrom market research to consumer-facing chatbots, AI is changing the way small-business owners operate. Gene Marks Oct. 8, 2025Link copied to clipboard
No tax on tips: What businesses and workers should know Accountants give their tips on how workers and employers should approach tipped income under new tax rules.Gene Marks Sept. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboard
No tax on tips: What businesses and workers should know Accountants give their tips on how workers and employers should approach tipped income under new tax rules.Gene Marks Sept. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Worker classification rules are changing. Employers should pay close attention, lawyers say.Using independent contractors can help a business save money, but it's important to know the line between an independent contractor and an employee.Gene Marks Aug. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Worker classification rules are changing. Employers should pay close attention, lawyers say.Using independent contractors can help a business save money, but it's important to know the line between an independent contractor and an employee.Gene Marks Aug. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Savvy biz owners are cutting freight costs while everyone else is worrying about tariffsOver the past five years, the cost of freight has fluctuated significantly. Gene Marks Aug. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Savvy biz owners are cutting freight costs while everyone else is worrying about tariffsOver the past five years, the cost of freight has fluctuated significantly. Gene Marks Aug. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboard
3 new or pending employment laws in Pennsylvania that could impact your business A new rule limits noncompete agreements for healthcare workers, and legislators are considering changes to laws on cannabis use and pay history questions.Gene Marks July 15, 2025Link copied to clipboard
3 new or pending employment laws in Pennsylvania that could impact your business A new rule limits noncompete agreements for healthcare workers, and legislators are considering changes to laws on cannabis use and pay history questions.Gene Marks July 15, 2025Link copied to clipboard
More business owners are selling, but uncertainty continuesTransactions are up more than 8% year over year, according to a report by BizBuySell.Gene Marks Nov. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboard
More business owners are selling, but uncertainty continuesTransactions are up more than 8% year over year, according to a report by BizBuySell.Gene Marks Nov. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Six months in, how are Philly-area businesses handling Trump’s tariffs? Many small businesses have grappled with uncertainty amid new and changing tariffs on imports.Gene Marks Oct. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Six months in, how are Philly-area businesses handling Trump’s tariffs? Many small businesses have grappled with uncertainty amid new and changing tariffs on imports.Gene Marks Oct. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboard
How small businesses can use HSAs to save on healthcare costsOffering a plan that includes a health savings account option allows employees to save for health-related expenses they'll face even far into the future.Gene Marks Sept. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
How small businesses can use HSAs to save on healthcare costsOffering a plan that includes a health savings account option allows employees to save for health-related expenses they'll face even far into the future.Gene Marks Sept. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Are local small-business owners too optimistic? | OpinionRecent surveys show U.S. small-business owners are feeling good. But the current administration is unpredictable, and some local businesses are wary, Gene Marks writes.Gene Marks Sept. 10, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Are local small-business owners too optimistic? | OpinionRecent surveys show U.S. small-business owners are feeling good. But the current administration is unpredictable, and some local businesses are wary, Gene Marks writes.Gene Marks Sept. 10, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Seeking small-business success in Philadelphia? Here’s some advice from local entrepreneurs.Don't get stuck in the weeds, and other useful tips from seasoned business leaders.Gene Marks Aug. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Seeking small-business success in Philadelphia? Here’s some advice from local entrepreneurs.Don't get stuck in the weeds, and other useful tips from seasoned business leaders.Gene Marks Aug. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tips on Airbnb hosting from a few Philly expertsAirbnb hosting is a chance to be an entrepreneur without quitting your day job. Here are some tips on how to do it well from local hosts.Gene Marks July 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tips on Airbnb hosting from a few Philly expertsAirbnb hosting is a chance to be an entrepreneur without quitting your day job. Here are some tips on how to do it well from local hosts.Gene Marks July 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard