When you think of a business’ “brand,” which one stands out to you? Is it a company, such as Apple or Nike, with familiar logos and slogans? Is it … Read more about Startup Ideas: 5 Branding Ideas for Positive Results
Configuring Your Work Arrangements
Mandatory lockdowns during the pandemic forced many businesses into remote work arrangements. Now, many employers have continued this type of work … Read more about Configuring Your Work Arrangements
Start Your Year-End Planning Now—Part 2
Year-end tax planning is always challenging due to uncertainties. Will your projected profit (or loss) for 2022 wind up as such? What will 2023 bring? … Read more about Start Your Year-End Planning Now—Part 2
Start Your Year-End Planning Now—Part 1
It’s never too early to think ahead, so now—the beginning of the fourth quarter of 2022—is a great time to begin year-end planning. The goal of this … Read more about Start Your Year-End Planning Now—Part 1
Repair or Replace? That Is the Question!
When you have machines that are continually breaking down, do you fix them or get new ones? When your vehicle experiences problems on a regular basis, … Read more about Repair or Replace? That Is the Question!
10 Ideas for Avoiding Waste
Benjamin Franklin said it best: “Waste neither time nor money, but make the best use of both. Without industry and frugality, nothing will do, and … Read more about 10 Ideas for Avoiding Waste
New and More Effective Ways Startups Can Successfully Use AI Features
We are in the 21st century right now and artificial intelligence is more than simply a trendy term. Small and medium businesses, startups, and … Read more about New and More Effective Ways Startups Can Successfully Use AI Features
Profile of Small Businesses in the U.S. in 2022
Each year the SBA’s Office of Advocacy releases a Small Business Profile showing information about small businesses in each of the states, U.S. … Read more about Profile of Small Businesses in the U.S. in 2022
Less Is More in Recessionary Times
The saying “less is more” is attributed to Lugwig Mies Van Der Rohe, one the founders of modern architecture. He promoted simplicity of design. The … Read more about Less Is More in Recessionary Times
Is Now the Time to Buy an EV for Your Business?
Most small business owners use their personal vehicle for business driving. And some small businesses own vehicles used exclusively for company … Read more about Is Now the Time to Buy an EV for Your Business?
Startup Ideas: Getting the Right Advisers
Big corporations have departments for various aspects of their business, such as departments to handle legal, accounting, IT, and HR. They also have a … Read more about Startup Ideas: Getting the Right Advisers
Thoughts on Labor Day 2022
This year Labor Day in the U.S. falls on September 5th. It is a federal holiday created in 1894 in response to unions’ urgings. This year marks the … Read more about Thoughts on Labor Day 2022
Start Your Holiday Marketing Plan Now
The temperature outside in many places is sizzling, but it’s not too early to picture snow and the holiday season. This year, it’s particularly … Read more about Start Your Holiday Marketing Plan Now
Is Your Website ADA Compliant?
It’s been 32 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act became law. Several years ago, we had a blog that addressed the problem of making a … Read more about Is Your Website ADA Compliant?
Xero vs. QuickBooks: An Accountant’s Review
Which is the better accounting software - Xero or QuickBooks Online? Both Xero and QuickBooks have positive feedback from customers - the ratings … Read more about Xero vs. QuickBooks: An Accountant’s Review