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Many small businesses are choosing to outsource certain business functions. This helps small and growing businesses cut costs on services which aren’t directly related tothe production of revenue. There are a lot of reasons to outsource some of your core business functions. You can reduce production costs and increase shareholder value. You have access to…
There’s nothing worse than having to do the same assignment over and over again. Just ask your employees: they have to do it all the time – and they hate it. Not only does it affect the state of your workers’ happiness, but it also cuts a deep gash into your budget since you have…
It’s estimated that by 2021, more than 1.8 billion people around the globe are going to have a digital/virtual assistant. This is pretty impressive considering that just a decade ago this job was virtually non-existent. If you have learned about all the benefits offered when you have a virtual assistant and are ready to hire…
A successful business is an efficient one. This could not be truer than with startups and small businesses, where every last dollar must be spent with maximum efficiency. The costs of administering and setting up a business are on the rise across America. Having the right tools to ensure cost-effectiveness is absolutely critical. This is…
The average worker spends more than five hours each week checking their email. Millennials, on average, spend around 6.5 hours in their inbox each day. Email, like many other office tasks, is a notorious time-waster. What else could your people do if they weren’t responding to leads or doing data entry in spreadsheets? The answer…
Approximately 82 percent of businesses fail due to financial related problems. If you are worried about the same fate occurring to your business, then it is time to take action. Do something to reduce the likelihood of of you business failing. A great way to do this is by outsourcing bookkeeping services. If that sounds…
To stay successful and competitive, businesses have to constantly evolve and grow. Many small business owners have the drive needed to succeed but lack the resources of their competitors. As a result, half of all businesses close their doors within the first five years of operation. So what’s a small business owner to do? Outsource.…
Office automation will make your processes much faster, efficient and accurate. It’s estimated that automation could replace some work in almost all job sectors, saving you time and money. When we talk about office automation, we’re talking about using machines and technology to complete tasks that employees currently do. So here are our top three…
If you’re a business owner, tackling daily administrative tasks is something that’s often overlooked. Entrepreneurs and small businesses run into a plethora of administrative problems. Some tasks are put off until later and many are even forgotten. That can result in an assortment of company-related problems. With the help of virtual assistance, your business can…
Most small or medium sized businesses have come to rely on QuickBooks, whether that is QuickBooks Online, Desktop, or hosted QuickBooks Desktop. That’s a lot of options. Bear with us as we break it down. For those that don’t know, QuickBooks is an accounting software package geared mainly towards small/medium sized businesses. QuickBooks is popular…
It doesn’t take long for a new business owner to understand that accurate and up-to-date financial records are critical for keeping any enterprise running smoothly. Many small-business owners attempt to keep track of their accounting; however, most owners don’t have the time, desire, or expertise to painstakingly keep track of their financial records – especially…
A good bookkeeper is pivotal for the long-term success of any business; therefore, hiring the right bookkeeper is equally critical for the development of your business. There are many things to consider when you’re seeking out a new bookkeeper, and there is no secret or perfect formula for how to choose a bookkeeper (or any…
Whether you sell handmade jewelry, enterprise software, or legal advice, there are two things we can guarantee about your business: you earn money and you spend it and bookkeepers are the ones who help you keep track of all that. If all your attention has been focused on getting your business off the ground, you…
Good bookkeeping is the cornerstone of any successful business. It keeps the IRS happy, as well as gives you a detailed look at how you are doing. Keeping those who would steal from you in check is yet another little-known benefit of hiring a good bookkeeper. How could an employee steal $2.7 million? We have…
It seems that the more that millennials are talked about, the scarier their generation becomes. But, are they really that scary? By 2020, Millennials will make up 1/3 of the adults in the U.S. This generation tends to get a bad rap for being lazy and entitled, but many of them are just looking for…
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