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"Am I Paying Too Much In Business Taxes?" How to Avoid Overpaying
If you went to pay your quarterly taxes, saw the numbers, and thought, "Geez, that can't be right," you might be paying too much in...
May 6, 20213 min read
3 Ways to Increase Sales Right Now
Who doesn't want to make more money?! Whether your business is just starting out, you're in a slow season, or you just want a little cash...
May 6, 20213 min read
My Top Small Business Goal Ideas for 2021
Who said you have to wait for the new year to set your business goals? It's never too early or too late to set goals in your small...
May 6, 20213 min read
Why You Need a Business Budget (& How to Start One!)
If you haven't made a budget since high school personal finance class, no judgement! But whether or not you commit to a personal budget,...
May 6, 20213 min read
Outsourcing 101: The True Cost of Outsourcing (Or Not Outsourcing) In Your Business
There comes a time when just about every solopreneur takes a look at their to-do list, email inbox, or calendar and says, "I need help."...
May 3, 20213 min read
Quickbooks Self-Employed vs. Quickbooks Online: Which One Is Right For Your Business?
"Oh, you're starting a business? You have to get Quickbooks!" Okay, but... which version?! Whether you're just starting your business or...
Apr 27, 20213 min read
3 Hard Truths I've Learned Since Starting My Own Business
I started my own business ready to tackle the world, make all the money, and live a life of total ease. As you can probably guess, it...
Apr 11, 20213 min read
How to Figure Out Your Pricing & Mindset Blocks You'll Face Along the Way
Oh, pricing. We love you, but you drive us nuts! At every stage of business ownership, you'll have to figure out your pricing structure....
Apr 5, 20214 min read
4 Ways to Increase Revenue in Your Small Business
You know those lofty revenue goals you set at the beginning of the year? Let's reach them! Whether you're a project-based business or a...
Mar 28, 20214 min read
4 Common Problems Small Businesses Face (& How to Solve Them!)
We love talking about the highlights of running a small business: the high-ticket sales, the big months, the freedom. But what about the...
Mar 22, 20215 min read
3 Emergency Contacts You Need For Your Small Business
When you own a small business, there's always a chance things won't go according to plan. (In my experience, they rarely do!) That's why...
Mar 13, 20213 min read
"How Much Should I Set Aside for Taxes?" (AND How to Get Started)
Taxes. They're the bane of every small business owner's existence. Whether you do them yourself or hire some help, taxes are stressful!...
Mar 8, 20213 min read
How to Be More Productive: 5 Habits to Start Today
Teaching yourself how to be more productive involves more than checking boxes on your to-do list. You can read every self-help book under...
Mar 2, 20213 min read
3 Good Money Habits to Keep After COVID
Look, there's very little about 2020 that I want to carry into the new year. The quarantining, the job insecurity, the canceled events -...
Feb 22, 20213 min read
6 Surprising Business Expenses You Can Deduct at Tax Time
When tax season rolls around, one of the biggest questions business owners have is: “What can I actually deduct?” The truth is, as a...
Feb 15, 20213 min read
5 Steps to Starting a Small Business (That's Legally & Finanically Legit!)
Starting a small business? Make sure it's legit! Follow these five steps to protect your new small business legally and financially.
Feb 8, 20215 min read
Are you breaking the rule about client gifts?
It's important to show your clients how much they mean to you, but it's also important to make sure you are staying in compliance.
Nov 9, 20203 min read
10 Questions to ask before you hire a bookkeeper or accountant
Every bookkeeper is not a good fit for every business. And that is OK! There are many to go around, so spend time finding one that is a good
Oct 9, 20204 min read
QUICKBOOKS TIP: how to automatically charge late fees
If your business requires giving customers terms then you know how tedious it can be to collect payment.
Oct 2, 20203 min read
What is an accountant?
Accountants are the partner in your corner helping you make smarter, proactive decisions in your business.
Sep 18, 20202 min read
What is a bookkeeper?
Every business owner has two things in common. Making money & spending money. Bookkeepers keep track of all of that.
Sep 11, 20202 min read
QUICKBOOKS TIP: how to invite an accountant
I'm back with an important Quickbooks tip: how to invite an accountant to your Quickbooks Online account.
Sep 4, 20201 min read
3 NUMBER YOU NEED TO KNOW (in your small business)
When running a small business, there are three number you need to know and fully understand.
Aug 28, 20202 min read
10 EXPENSES YOU CAN WRITE OFF (when you WFH)
If you own a business and you're working from home (full or part time), you should be deducting these expenses.
Aug 21, 20203 min read
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