But, even after I identified the value of Ted.com, I still faced the question of how to use it to create the same kind of returns for my employees and the firm.

FORBES: The Small Business Payoff Of 'Thinking Day'

The Tax Court ultimately ruled that Ted and Julia failed to prove their lake house had any value beyond demolition cost.

FORBES: Fire Department Donation Nixed

When Ted and Julia faced off with the IRS in Tax Court, the question was by how much the value of the lake house exceeded the demolition costs.

FORBES: Fire Department Donation Nixed