Category: Starting a Business

It was my first year of being self-employed, and the first time I had filed taxes as a business owner, rather than an employee. Days before my tax return was due, I received a call from my accountant informing me I owed the IRS around $6000. He may as well have said $600,000; it was an enormous sum to me and I immediately went into panic mode, trying to figure out where I’d drum up that kind of cash. If… Read More

Despite some economic wins over the last year or so, Americans may not have the strongest confidence the government. A recent shutdown and rising interest rates have taken their toll on American pocketbooks and confidence. The government shutdown resulted in about 800,000 government employees being furloughed, agencies such as the IRS and SBA mostly shutting down, and important services such as eVerify going out of business. This showed small business owners just how much the government can affect their bottom… Read More

With a variety of accounting apps and tax resources available at your fingertips, it’s easy to overlook the importance of an accountant when it comes to your business. Why pay for someone’s services when you can secure them for yourself for a fraction of a fee? But new and seasoned small business owners will admit that the right accountant can save your business thousands of dollars, help you avoid costly legal and tax mistakes, and offer strategic advice that can… Read More

Business and leadership mastermind groups are full of people promising to help you “level up” your company with the newest inspirational trends, products, and tools. The fact is, however, that many of the best-proven tips to kick your business up a notch have been around for years – even decades! Before you spend one penny on programs or courses, check out this list of expert hacks for growth that you can start putting into practice right away. We bet you’ll… Read More

Do you want to start your own business, but find yourself debating if now is the right time to launch? If so, you’re not alone. Many future entrepreneurs face the same concern, never quite sure if now is the right time.  Despite the challenges for many small businesses in the past couple of years, 2024 shows strong signs of promise. This is particularly true when you consider the following reasons why there's not time like the present. Why You Should… Read More

“Productivity” is the buzz word on everybody’s mind, as we strive to be better with our time in both our personal and professional lives. Beyond the simple acts of ditching mindless social media scrolling and spending less time binging Netflix, what can an effective individual (and business owner) do to make the most of their already-busy day? When it comes to workplace efficiencies, these solutions are among the best-loved. Which ones can you use to perfect that demanding work schedule?… Read More