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Monday's Afternoon Update
What you need to know about Florida today
Florida's record-setting budget, new laws, take effect Tuesday
On Tuesday, July 1, the state's $77 billion budget goes into effect, along with 157 other bills approved by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Rick Scott. The laws range from the "Florida GI Bill" which is intended to make Florida the most military-friendly state in the nation, to lowering college costs and banning the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors. Roundup of major laws taking effect at the Tallahassee Democrat.
Sales and Marketing Advice
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Florida TaxWatch Florida fruit and vegetable production grow the economy
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Why people don't buy from you
In this week's column, business coach Ron Stein writes:
You don’t have to be a great sales person or marketer to get a deal to close. You just have to avoid certain mistakes. When you do that, you’ll stand apart from the crowd and win the trust you deserve, acquiring wonderful new customers along the way.
» Stein's column is here.
U.S. top court rules for companies on birth control mandate
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled business owners can object on religious grounds to a provision of The Affordable Care Act that requires closely-held private companies to provide health insurance that covers birth control. Justices said such companies can seek an exemption from the birth control mandate. The decision means employees of those companies will have to obtain certain forms of birth control from other sources. More from Reuters.
» Quick Poll: Do you agree with this ruling?
Florida Supreme Court swears in 56th Chief Justice
The Florida Supreme Court is set to swear in its first Cuban-American chief justice. Jorge Labarga was elected as the 56th Chief Justice in January and begins his two-year term today. A swearing in ceremony is scheduled for 2 p.m. in Tallahassee. More from the AP.
Small Business Advice
Reputation risk
A business’ reputation affects its success in so many ways. Employees want to work for a company that has a great reputation just as people want to buy from one. The best companies understand their reputations are among their most valuable assets. » Jerry Osteryoung's column is here.
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Gas Prices
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Gasoline prices are beginning to decline as the Fourth of July approaches, AAA said. “Market concerns about a supply disruption in Iraq are calming,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA. “The price of oil slipped last week, so motorists should begin to see some relief at the pump. However, the discount may only be a nickel, keeping the average price on Independence Day at its highest level since 2008." More at the In case you missed it:
