From Check Registers to QuickBooks: How Childhood Sparked My Passion for Numbers There’s something magical about seeing order in the midst of chaos. Some kids play house. Others draw superheroes. But me? I was solving math problems during Sunday church sermons while sitting beside my grandma. I didn’t know it then, but that small act—her […]
Category Archives: General Business Tips
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Oct
Oct
What is the chart of accounts inside QuickBooks? Why should it be organized? Does the chart matter? The simple answer is that it completely matters, and organization is the key to using it effectively. The chart of accounts is a chart of categories and titles where money is organized into inside financial software. Without accurate […]
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May
May
It may not be obvious to most, but being organized and running an organized business saves you money. Much can be gained by added efficiencies and productivity to your business. In 2003 I started a professional organizing business in Chicago. I served customers for twenty years and most of the focus was on their residential […]
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Apr
Apr
I’m sure you’ve heard of the wildly popular sites such as Fiver and Upwork. On these sites, you can find just about any contract talent work that you need. People showcasing how they can help your small business on a project basis. Most of us also hire out web designers and a tax attorney or […]
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Mar
Mar
4 Things That Affect Your Business’s Cash Flow 1.Accounts receivable Consider your accounts receivable process. Look at it from all angles. Let’s define accounts receivable to start. These numbers or total numbers are what is owed to you by all your customers or clients. This is money that you need to collect. They are open […]
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Feb
Feb
Should I have a business savings account for my small business? Yes! Here are a few reasons why you should consider using a business savings account: 1.Save money for taxes. Instead of reacting to a tax bill, proactively save to pay your tax bill. There’s nothing worse than completing a full robust year of business […]
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Jan
Jan
Cheers to the new year! As another year comes to a close, there’s hope on the horizon for what the new year has to bring. Regardless of your small business’s industry, services, or processes, it’s essential to create a plan for your business’s financial success. At the beginning of the new year, we recommend these […]
