We all remember what our good friend Benjamin Franklin said about life, right? “… but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” No, but on a serious note… There’s no need to panic. It’s just Sales Tax. And do you know the best part of all? We can help […]
Your new business needs a bookkeeper. Here’s why.
If you’re starting a business, you are an expert in your field. But unless your startup is a bookkeeping or accounting firm, that expertise is probably not finances. Even though the financial aspect of your business is just one of many things to consider when starting a business, it can be the difference between a […]
What’s the One Task Most Small-Business Owners Loathe?
You are a new business owner. You’ve ordered your business cards, set up your website, hired your first employee. You even have a few customers who are willing to pay you for what you do.You are ready to roll….. Are you sure about that? You haven’t mentioned anything about your bookkeeping. Uhh … In a […]
Effective Email Marketing for Small Businesses
Keeping the doors of your small business opens can depend upon your ability to market to potential clients. With a plethora of options open to you, it can be overwhelming and difficult to decide which marketing tools to use. Email marketing has been a mainstay strategy throughout the technological era. In 1978, Gary Thuerk of […]
Reasons for Small Business Success
The formula for success for each small business is different, but the reasons for small business success that make up that formula cross over industry lines. When a small business owner understands why a company succeeds, she can apply those reasons to her own company and make them part of her management plan. Business Plan […]
Five Functions of Management & Leading
Effective management and leadership involve creative problem solving, motivating employees and making sure the organization accomplishes objectives and goals. There are five functions of management and leadership: planning, organizing, staffing, coordinating and controlling. These functions separate the management process from other business functions such as marketing, accounting and finance. Planning The planning function of management […]
8 Things You Need to Know About Small-Business Loans
Small businesses may be the engine of our economy, but many small business owners view the lending process as complicated and frustrating. Too often, growing enterprises find themselves shut out when they attempt to obtain small business loans. In theory, it should be difficult to obtain funding–lenders are in the business of making money, not […]
First Steps in Opening a New Business in Texas
Deciding to open a business is a thrilling prospect and, for those who have done their research, a good decision. If you haven’t thought seriously about the pros and cons of opening a business we suggest you take some time and check out our previous blog post titled “Considering Opening your Own Business?“. After you […]
Considering Opening your Own Business?
Have you been thinking about taking the next step in your career? Is being an entrepreneur calling your name? Opening a new business can be both exciting and overwhelming. As the old saying goes if you fail to prepare you are preparing to fail. Knowing what you are getting yourself into and being prepared will give […]
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