Year: 2022

finances in order

3 Steps to Getting Your Finances In Order

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your finances? Do you want to take control of your money but aren’t sure where to start? If so, you aren’t alone. Many people struggle to get their finances in order; in today’s blog, we will walk you through three steps to get your finances in order, whether for your

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female entrepreneur

What Does It Mean To Be An Entrepreneur?

You might have considered becoming an entrepreneur in today’s “Side Hustle” culture. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 4 million new businesses are opened each year. But what does it mean to become an entrepreneur? An entrepreneur, by definition, creates a new business bearing the risks and enjoying the rewards. The process

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start up coo

Does My Startup Need A CFO?

Managing a startup is a lot of work, and most startups run on thin margins with large workloads. Most small business owners want to avoid hiring additional staff to manage their finances. But what if it increased your odds of success? According to recent research, only 2 in 5 startups are profitable, and 1-3 will

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operational needs assessment

What Is An Operational Needs Assessment?

Of course, you want your business to run efficiently, but when you are actively working to manage your business, it can be hard to get a clear picture of where the bottlenecks are in this process. Or, to take it a step further, if you know where the problem is, learning how to break down

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start up entrepreneur

What Should A Startup Entrepreneur Know About Accounting?

Starting a new business is so exciting. Many plan for years to nurture an idea or obtain the training they need to offer a new skill. Still, one area of starting a business leaves many entrepreneurs feeling out of their depth, and that’s managing their accounting. There are a few accounting basics that a startup

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new business accounting

What do new business owners need to know about accounting?

Have you recently opened a new business but are stressed about accounting? We get it. Accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, invoices, taxes. It can be a lot to process. However, Cassmer Ward has 20 years of experience in the world of finance. With his extensive experience in accounting and education, he is uniquely qualified to help you

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accounting for small business

7 Accounting Concepts Small Business Owners Should Know

As a small business owner, you must wear multiple hats daily, especially when first getting started. If accounting is one of those hats, and even if not, you should become familiar with the seven basic concepts below. Accounting refers to the measurement, recording, and communication of all financial aspects within a business. Financial accounting will

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accounting for entrepreneurs

Why Are Accounting Skills So Important For Entrepreneurs?

If you are an entrepreneur, you probably wear many hats within your business. However, financial accounting is an essential skill set that will ensure the success of your organization. The primary skills needed in accounting for entrepreneurs are financial projecting, accounts payable and receivable, bookkeeping, cash-flow management, fiscal and expense reporting, tax filing, payroll, banking,

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