People are budgeting more than ever—86% of Americans, to be exact. And they’re budgeting for a good reason. Eighty-five percent of people said budgeting helped them get out or stay out of debt. Whether you’re a budgeter in your personal life or not, one thing’s for certain: Budgeting for your business is a must. Like […]
How to Leverage Strategic Pricing for Your Small Business
Businesses depend on their profits to survive. As a small business owner, you need to be diligent in your efforts to turn a profit for your company. One way your business can make money is through strategic pricing. What is strategic pricing? Businesses use strategic pricing when deciding how to price products or services. The […]
Business Licenses and Permits You Need to Stay Legal
“Do you have a permit for that?” If you want to operate your small company legally, you likely need some business licenses and permits. There are federal, state, and local licenses and permits you might have to apply for. It all depends on your business. So, do you know which types of business licenses and […]
Single-entry Bookkeeping: Should You Use It?
As your small business begins to make transactions, you must record them in your books. If you want an “easy” way to track business finances, you may consider using single-entry bookkeeping instead of double-entry bookkeeping. Single-entry bookkeeping lets you record transactions quickly so you can get back to running your business. But what are the […]
How Much Do Small Business Owners Make? The Answer May Surprise You
Running a small business takes passion, gumption, and determination. But, becoming a small business owner isn’t a fast track to getting rich. So, how much do small business owners make? How much does a small business owner make a year? Incomes vary because of factors like industry, geographic location, and experience. Being a small business […]
Pipeline plan of action: Read the Accounting Talent Strategy Report
One year after its formation, the National Pipeline Advisory Group published its recommendations for improving the talent pipeline.
Ohio shortage of certified accountants is part of a national trend – 10TV
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What Is Zero-Based Budgeting? How it Can Help Small Businesses
To stay on top of your business expenses, you need to constantly plan and update your small business budget. When you make a traditional budget, you use the previous budget and tweak it. This might not be the most effective way to make a budget, especially for small companies. Another option is zero-based budgeting. What […]
What Is Gross Profit?
Do you know how profitable your small business’s operations are? You don’t have to be a financial expert to find out. You can calculate your gross profit to compare the funds you put into your business. Gross profit definition Gross profit is the revenue left over after you deduct the costs of making a product […]