How to Build a Stellar Small Business Team
You’re only as good as the team around you. If you’re looking to make key hires, read our guide on how to build a successful small business team.
Did Your Bookkeeper Quit? Here’s What to Do Next
Losing your bookkeeper can be a major setback for your business. You have to replace them fast, or the business will suffer. But how?
Bots vs. Bookkeepers: The Battle for Small Business
We all know bots are taking over, but are they ready to take over parts of your business? Maybe not.
Should You Do Your Own Bookkeeping?
As a business owner you’re an expert in multiple area of your business, but are your books one of them? Find out if you should be doing your own bookkeeping.
Year-end Small Business Checklist
The end of the year can get a little crazy. People are planning for holiday travel, scrambling to meet deadlines, and trying to get ahead for the upcoming year. As a small business owner, there are likely even more items to cross off on your to-do list before ringing in the new year. It’s easy […]
Why Small Businesses Should Care About Accounting Software
You’ve heard it time and time again: “Accurate bookkeeping is necessary for business health.” This isn’t meant to come off like a scolding finger-wag. Bookkeeping is simply a foundational aspect of running a business and should be regarded as such. Bookkeeping and accounting are inherently different, though the two practices share similar implications. Accountants typically […]
Finding the Right Bookkeeper for Your Business
Hiring a bookkeeper is about much more than finding someone who can crunch your numbers. It’s about finding a partner who not only understands your needs, but anticipates them to positively influence the direction of your business. No matter what size your business may be, it’s critical to keep tabs on transactions, sales records, expenses, […]
Eight Accounting Apps to Be a More Efficient Business Owner
As a small business owner, it’s important to learn how to work smarter, not harder. Assess what your day to day looks like. What aspects of your business are eating up most of your time? Which manual tasks can be simplified with technology? From accounting and bookkeeping to hiring and training employees, there’s a software […]
Accounting Reports: What is a Balance Sheet?
Keeping accurate and up-to-date accounting records is a critical part of being a business owner. Your books hold a wealth of information about the financial state of your business that you can use to make savvy decisions. Accounting reports take the data stored in your books and present it in an easy-to-understand format. There are […]
Should You Hire a W-2 Employee or 1099 Contractor?
As your business grows, you’re going to need to hire good people to help out. But before you hire anyone, you’ll need to figure out what exactly their responsibilities will be, how long you’ll need to employ them, and what you can afford to pay them. If you need to build a staff to help […]