How To Run a Family Business: 6 Simple Rules
Ah, the dream of running your own business! Until it turns into a nightmare. Does this sound familiar? Mr. Know It All decides to go into business for himself. He is good at what he does, so he...
View ArticleHow to Clean Up Your Payroll
I’ve spent a lot of time over the last 20 years helping people clean up financial messes. The messy mess (the smelly smell for Sponge Bob fans) is payroll. Payroll entries are complicated. There is...
View ArticleWho Taught You Business Basics?
Business is pretty easy. I wish we taught accounting and finance basics in sixth grade. Alas, I didn’t even learn how to balance a checkbook during my high priced stint at a private college for a...
View Article5 Ways To Audit Proof Your Business
Imagine…you discover the certified letter in your mailbox from the IRS, announcing you have been selected for an audit. No worries! Once upon a time, I made a “Slinky-knot” mess out of my QuickBooks™...
View Article5 Tips for Financial Goal Setting!
“What’s the point of setting financial goals? I have no idea what will happen each day for sales. Unexpected expenses crop up all the time, too. If it’s just a ‘guess,’ then why bother?” That’s...
View ArticleYou, Me and a Budget Spreadsheet
Budgeting. UGH. I call it the “B Word” because so many people are resistant to the word BUDGETING. Nobody wants to Budget, right? Budgeting is all about deprivation and doing without. It’s...
View ArticleBiz Tips: 3 Ways to Finish Strong in 2014
Your accounting is like the back of the truck, or your top desk drawer. It can get messy. It takes discipline to get things cleaned up and keep them that way. And discipline makes all the difference...
View ArticleTeamwork Makes The Dream Work
“Teamwork makes the dream work.” ~Sh’niece Tabb Every now and then, I get an email or call from a client that reminds me of why I do what I do. My mission, my why, is to expand peace, prosperity and...
View ArticleHow to Fix Weird Accounting Entries
The end of the year approaches. Time to assess progress and get ready for a fresh start and new year. NOW is the time to clean up your accounting messes. Like being physically fit, fiscal fitness...
View ArticleHere are Some Helpful Tips for Tax Time
Dreading tax time? Take a deep breath, and reconsider. Tax season can be a terrific opportunity to ramp up your business and profitability. As you assemble your financial information, block out some...
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