Finance
13 Small Business Grants You Need to Know for 2018
Running a small business is a lot like powering a car, and the only way to keep it moving down the road is to fuel it. Capital and funding are the fuel that drives small…
How to Make Small Business Bookkeeping Easier
For many small business owners, bookkeeping is considered a necessary evil that is often ignored until the end of the fiscal year. Luckily, there are a few simple steps you can take to simplify your…
Petty Cash Management: A Good Practice System
Petty cash is a float that gets replenished monthly and is a convenient way to reimburse staff for company purchases or to cover minor expenses. Petty cash is considered a current asset on the balance…
How Financing Can Benefit a Growing Business
Is your business humming along? You might think you don’t need to take on debt and just let the good times roll. However, times can change quickly and whether you are growth-oriented or maintaining a…
How to Increase Profits by Pricing Your Product Right
The most experienced entrepreneurs know that price is the dominant factor driving profit. While profits can be increased via a number of ways, raising prices is the simplest method that yields the biggest result. A…
Getting Your Finances in Order for Year-End
To run a successful business, getting your finances organized is absolutely essential, not least when preparing for year-end. By keeping track of your profits and losses, you’ll be able to meet your legal responsibilities and…
2017 Might Be Last Chance to Claim a Tax Credit by Hiring a Veteran
With Veterans Day on November 11th, it’s an especially good time to think about the sacrifices veterans have made for us and how we can support them. One way businesses can support veterans is to…
Why the First $1,000 is the Hardest
You’re not getting paid what you’re worth. You feel under-appreciated, and no one takes you seriously. Your income comes in fits and starts, if at all… and it never adds up to enough. Here you…
The Rise of Influencers and How to Account for Their Success
Influencers – such as bloggers and social media mavens – have risen in prominence as the internet becomes more integrated as a tool for communication and commerce. In fact, many influencers make significant profits by…
6 Ways for Global Freelancers to Save Money
Working as a freelancer comes with its share of benefits – you get to decide your own work hours, you can work from anywhere, and you don’t have to worry about what to wear or…