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Operating a successful small business can be challenging, even in the best of times. You have to focus on your customers and possibly manage employees and vendors. Of course, you also have to make sure your product or service is consistently exceptional, to keep your customers coming back....
Unless you are in the financial industry, you probably don’t wake up in the morning excited about your spreadsheets and chart of accounts. You are understandably focused on the core offering of your business rather than worrying about your taxes or financial data. Knowing that you can...
Navigating through business operations without an understanding of your company’s financial records is like going on a journey to an unknown destination without a roadmap. Busy people often focus on the day-to-day requirements of running a business without a true understanding of where the...
As a small business owner, you probably do not get excited about filing your taxes. There are multiple deadlines throughout the year and complicated rules and regulations that require your compliance. When you are busy running your business, having to drop everything and focus on your tax...
Operating a successful business involves planning, marketing, producing goods or services, and having a way for your customers to pay for those goods or services. You will also need a way to track those payments, so you can maintain accurate and current financial records....
The American Dream Since its founding, America has served as a symbol for opportunity. The American Dream is perhaps best emblemized by small businesses and startups; by creating a company and participating in national and international commerce, anyone can change their circumstances. However, many people underestimate...
Small business owners need equipment to run their business successfully. Depending on the type and size of the business, equipment may include computers, printers, photocopiers, shredders, and perhaps even a business telephone system that includes landlines. While some of these items are quite a bit less expensive than...
Small business owners are notoriously hardworking – sometimes to a fault. While throwing yourself fully into making your venture succeed is admirable, it is often not sustainable. Unless some consideration is given to your personal well-being, it’s unlikely that you’ll flourish while your company does....
Nonprofits provide incredible benefits to the communities they serve. If you’re considering starting a nonprofit, know that the process does require some planning and thoroughness. However, if you are driven by a mission to make a difference, then your efforts will be well worth the time. Creating a...
Small business automation can change the game for entrepreneurs. From marketing to sales to so many other internal processes, creating a system that reduces your workload and improves efficiency is something all small business owners should consider. If you’re just now considering how to use automation to improve your organization,...
