Unless you happen to sell disinfecting wipes or offer online meeting services, this is probably a tough time for your business. Whether business has slowed or your company is completely shut down, you’re probably struggling in some way. And the situation is made worse by the uncertainty; nobody knows when things will start to improve […]
CARES Act – 1099 Contractor Update
We are going to keep this one short and sweet. We just received information that the SBA issued an update last night. No 1099 contractors are to be included in a company’s PPP application. Those 1099 contractors should apply directly for the PPP for themselves. The other update that you should know is the interest […]
Persevering Without Beating Yourself Up
The internet is crawling with articles about how to overcome obstacles and persevere through professional adversity. They give upbeat, chirpy advice about setting goals, maintaining a positive attitude, and seeing failures as opportunities. All of this is good advice, but every time I read these articles I can’t escape that thought that they don’t acknowledge […]
Bookkeepers vs. CPAs: Make the Best Choice for your Business
As a group, small business owners are expert-level DIYers. But, even the most resourceful small business owners will eventually find themselves needing to bring in experts to help them manage their business finances. If you’re a small business owner navigating just this situation, then congratulations. This can be a pretty exciting time for a small […]
You need a vacation, so why not take one?
It’s summer, the days are getting longer, and the kids are out of school. I bet you wish you were at the beach right now instead of sitting in your office. That is unless you’re reading this blog at the beach, in which case I have some questions about how you’re spending your downtime. Hopefully, […]
The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Annual Team Meetings
Life as a small business owner is busy, exciting, unpredictable, and occasionally chaotic. The sometimes-frenetic pace of life leads most small business owners to the same realization: launching a business alone is much simpler than running a business alone. Enter: your team. This group of professionals will keep your business growing and running smoothly and […]
The Seven Supporting Players You Need for Your Small Business
Small business owners take great pride in their ability to “do it all.” And they should! A willingness to learn new skills and take risks is a big part of being a successful entrepreneur. But, just because you can do it all, doesn’t mean you should. In some cases, DIY isn’t just a waste of […]
Navigating Challenging Seasons – Real Advice for Real People
So, how are you holding up? The holidays – and all their chaos – are behind us, and we’re back to reality. I assume that, thanks to your exhaustive pre-holiday preparation, you’re hitting the ground running. Your email inbox is empty, your tax documents are prepared and ready to go, and you have already reached […]
My Three New (School) Year Resolutions
In my years of doing this, I have noticed that September is a busy time for resolutions. People are relaxed and excited to get back to work after a (hopefully) fun summer. And the new school year feels a little like a fresh start, even if you aren’t going to school. In addition, for parents, […]
The Reluctant Blogger
Cue the champagne pops and noisemakers: I’m writing my first blog post. If you can sense that this is not a day I’ve been longing for, you’re right: I haven’t. It’s not that I have anything against blogs. I think they can be an enormously useful, and often entertaining, source of information. I follow a […]