Does the thought of talking to strangers just make you want to hide under your desk? Believe me, I have been there. Don’t worry because I’ve got your back. Today, I’ll discuss tips to boost your confidence and navigate sales call with ease. So, get ready introverted bookkeepers: how to confidently talk to prospective clients. […]
Celebrating Father’s Day: Building a Business Around Family, Not Through It
Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there! Today we celebrate the dads who have left a lasting impact on our lives and the ones who continue to shape the future. It’s a day to reflect on the significance of family and the precious moments we share with our loved ones. For busy […]
Bezos snubbed Musk’s SpaceX for huge satellite launch contract, Amazon shareholder says
An Amazon shareholder lawsuit alleges the company snubbed SpaceX for satellite launch contracts because of Jeff Bezos’ personal rivalry with Elon Musk.
Businesses must e-file Form 8300 for $10,000+ cash payments in 2024
The new e-filing requirement, beginning in 2024, applies to businesses mandated to e-file certain other information returns, such as Forms 1099 series and Forms W-2.
Business Update – 31 August 2023
Welcome to our Monthly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Cybersecurity tips for SMEs Earlier this year, Australia has seen a series of high-profile cyber attacks that shook the business world, resulting in multimillion-dollar financial losses for numerous organisations. As Australian businesses increasingly rely […]
Xerocon 2023 Wrap-up
Xerocon – an event full of insightful learning, innovative app partner showcases, invaluable networking connections and vibrant celebrations. Let’s embark on a journey through my highlights of what can undoubtedly be described as the accounting and bookkeeping conference of the year. So fasten your seatbelts as we navigate through my takeaways of this exceptional event! […]
Two-year reprieve granted from Roth catch-up requirement
Employees who participate in a Sec. 401(k) or similar retirement plan and whose prior-year Social Security wages were over $145,000 have been given a two-year reprieve from the new requirement that any catch-up contributions they make to the plan must be designated as after-tax Roth IRA contributions.
How Outsourcing Your Restaurant’s Bookkeeping Can Save Time and Money
As a restaurant owner, your fortè is most likely not related in any way to bookkeeping. Additionally, employing someone is pricey and comes with other costs besides a salary. From health benefits to unemployment taxes, keeping a full-time in-house bookkeeper equals more than you want to spend.
SEC investigating Illumina over acquisition of cancer test developer Grail
Illumina’s acquisition of cancer test developer Grail has also faced heavy scrutiny from antitrust regulators in the U.S. and European Union.
Is paperless payroll right for you?
When you think of payroll, you might not be thinking about paperless payroll. Instead you still envision paperwork and envelopes given to team members by hand. Even with direct deposit being the norm for years, there is still a significant paper component to manage. As with most things, payroll is going digital – and […]