The answer to this question depends on various factors, like your business location and the type of goods or services you sell. Much of the sales tax collection puzzle hinges on that second piece: what […]
Your business needs a lot from you, and you welcome any opportunity to put tasks on autopilot. We have good news for you: recurring payments allow you to collect money from your customers, with little […]
You love your business, but that doesn’t mean you can afford to work for free. Yet, figuring out how to pay yourself as a business owner can be complicated. You need to think carefully about […]
As a small business owner, cash flow is king. What is cash flow? Cash flow is the money that moves in and out of your business bank account. Understanding where your cash is coming from […]
It’s your new employee’s first day. You’re ready for them to hit the ground running. But not so fast. Before you can expect them to be a valuable and productive employee, you need to get […]
If you’re wondering how to automate workflows, chances are good that you’re exhausted with your current approach to running your business. Maybe your typical morning looks a little something like this: You have your […]
Getting paid as a business owner is rewarding, but after you celebrate those hard-won sales, you may have this question: Where should that money go? Can you put it in your personal checking account? […]
Your business needs a lot from you, and you welcome any opportunity to put tasks on autopilot. We have good news for you: recurring payments allow you to collect money from your customers, with […]
Properly creating and portraying your business values has always been important, but in the internet age, it’s imperative to maintain a loyal customer base. Consumers have a lot of choices when it comes to products […]
You’ve probably heard the old “you need to spend money to make money” cliché. But let’s face it: When you’re starting a business, the mere idea of spending money makes your mouth dry […]
What’s in a name? Well, quite a lot, actually. Most entrepreneurs will tell you that picking the perfect business name is like naming your first child. You’re going to want the name to feel right, like […]
Welcome to the internet! You made it this far, so we’re guessing you have some idea of how this works: Need some information? Go to the internet. That’s why your new business is going […]
Your business needs a lot from you, and you welcome any opportunity to put tasks on autopilot. We have good news for you: recurring payments allow you to collect money from your customers, with little […]
You love your business, but that doesn’t mean you can afford to work for free. Yet, figuring out how to pay yourself as a business owner can be complicated. You need to think carefully about […]
According to research from Fundbox small businesses in the United States, are owed a whopping $825 billion in unpaid invoices. What the study doesn’t make clear however is how many businesses go unpaid due to poor relationship management with […]
In 2016, Wasp Barcode Technologies asked more than 1,100 small business owners what the biggest challenges were as it related to running their business. Unsurprisingly, money management issues topped the list. 43% mentioned that growing revenue was tough 45% […]
If you run a retail business, a Point of Sale (POS) system is an essential component to your success. A POS system is where your customer pays for your products, and you accept and record that payment. […]
You want to turn your hobby into a business. That’s the dream. Or is it? Transforming your favorite past-time into a full-time job full might sound like the secret to a happy and fulfilled life—both […]
Over a decade ago, Gallup discovered that the average small business owner works 52 hours a week. 39% put in over 60 hours. And 86% work on the weekends. Fast forward to today and those numbers have […]
Imagine that a customer is purchasing some goods or services from your small business. You tell them their total—whether it means ringing up their items or sending an invoice—and then ask how they’ll be paying. […]
You’ve heard the buzz about sustainability, but it hasn’t been something you’ve focused on yet. You aren’t alone. Many business owners still have the perception that reducing their carbon footprint is a zero-sum game. Benefiting […]
Think about making a purchase was like several decades ago. A cashier would ring up the total for your purchase and you’d open up your wallet and pull out a lump of cash. Today? Things […]
If you’re planning a wedding, then you’ve likely felt that soul-crushing moment of fear when you wonder how in the world you’re going to pay for everything. My husband and I opted for a frugal wedding because, in […]
There’s one word that belongs at the top of the priority list for most business owners: growth. In our survey of self-employed workers, we asked respondents to cite their goals for their businesses. Growth came in […]
Do you remember the thrill of first starting your business? The flushed cheeks, the racing heartbeat, the butterflies, the promise of anything being possible? Do you still feel that same way? Or has the shine […]
My eyes darted between my calendar and my to-do list, and I immediately felt overwhelmed. I had one week left until I was scheduled to set off on my first vacation in a long time. Hiking, kayaking, […]
As a business owner, time tracking may not be top-of-mind. After all, tracking your work and your employees’ work by the hour can feel tedious. But, here’s a rude awakening. Letting time slip through your […]
“Honey, I’m thinking I should quit my job and work for myself…what do you think?” When you’re self-employed, you don’t operate in a vacuum. There are other people—like your partner, your children, and even your […]
A study by Wells Fargo found that 77% of small businesses rely on personal savings for their initial funds. But, what if you don’t have a nest egg to dip into? Does that mean you […]
The holiday season is here. You’ve invested countless hours into planning and readying your business, and now it’s time to put it all in action. There’s no doubt about it — the holiday rush is […]