Author: Kat Boogaard
Is this the best way to onboard new employees?
It’s your new employee’s first day. You’re ready for them to hit the ground running. But not so fast. Before you can expect them to be …
How to automate workflows so you can focus on your business
If you’re wondering how to automate workflows, chances are good that you’re exhausted with your current approach to running your business. Maybe your typical morning …
Business checking vs. personal checking: How to choose a bank account
Getting paid as a business owner is rewarding, but after you celebrate those hard-won sales, you may have this question: Where should that money go? …
How to get paid faster with recurring bill payments
Your business needs a lot from you, and you welcome any opportunity to put tasks on autopilot. We have good news for you: recurring payments …
Value proposition: What it is, how to write one, and powerful examples for inspiration
Properly creating and portraying your business values has always been important, but in the internet age, it’s imperative to maintain a loyal customer base. Consumers …
The list of essential and unnecessary startup expenses
You’ve probably heard the old “you need to spend money to make money” cliché. But let’s face it: When you’re starting a business, the …
How to choose the right name for your small business
What’s in a name? Well, quite a lot, actually. Most entrepreneurs will tell you that picking the perfect business name is like naming your first …
5 steps to create & launch your small business website
Welcome to the internet! You made it this far, so we’re guessing you have some idea of how this works: Need some information? Go to …
How to get paid faster with recurring bill payments
Your business needs a lot from you, and you welcome any opportunity to put tasks on autopilot. We have good news for you: recurring payments allow …
Salary vs. draw: How to pay yourself as a small business owner
You love your business, but that doesn’t mean you can afford to work for free. Yet, figuring out how to pay yourself as a business owner …
Why some small businesses get paid on time & others don’t
According to research from Fundbox small businesses in the United States, are owed a whopping $825 billion in unpaid invoices. What the study doesn’t make clear however is how …
13 money management mistakes small business owners make
In 2016, Wasp Barcode Technologies asked more than 1,100 small business owners what the biggest challenges were as it related to running their business. Unsurprisingly, money management issues topped the …
Point-of-sale systems: The lifeblood of your small business
If you run a retail business, a Point of Sale (POS) system is an essential component to your success. A POS system is where your customer pays for …
From hobby to business: The unfiltered truth & how to prepare
You want to turn your hobby into a business. That’s the dream. Or is it? Transforming your favorite past-time into a full-time job full might sound …
Automation for small business: 10 tasks you should and should not automate
Over a decade ago, Gallup discovered that the average small business owner works 52 hours a week. 39% put in over 60 hours. And 86% work on the …
The advantages & disadvantages of accepting credit cards at your small business
Imagine that a customer is purchasing some goods or services from your small business. You tell them their total—whether it means ringing up their items or …
Reducing your carbon footprint: Lessons from environmentally-friendly companies
You’ve heard the buzz about sustainability, but it hasn’t been something you’ve focused on yet. You aren’t alone. Many business owners still have the perception that …
Payment trends that are changing the way we shop
Think about making a purchase was like several decades ago. A cashier would ring up the total for your purchase and you’d open up your wallet …
Frugal wedding planning: How to get married with no debt
If you’re planning a wedding, then you’ve likely felt that soul-crushing moment of fear when you wonder how in the world you’re going to pay for …
How to growth hack your business in 2019
There’s one word that belongs at the top of the priority list for most business owners: growth. In our survey of self-employed workers, we asked respondents to …
How to fall in love with your business all over again
Do you remember the thrill of first starting your business? The flushed cheeks, the racing heartbeat, the butterflies, the promise of anything being possible? Do you …
4 tips for taking vacation when you’re self-employed
My eyes darted between my calendar and my to-do list, and I immediately felt overwhelmed. I had one week left until I was scheduled to set …
4 productivity tips for business owners from a time-tracking pro
As a business owner, time tracking may not be top-of-mind. After all, tracking your work and your employees’ work by the hour can feel tedious. But, …
Considering self-employment? Start with these 4 conversations
“Honey, I’m thinking I should quit my job and work for myself…what do you think?” When you’re self-employed, you don’t operate in a vacuum. There are …
How to start a business with no money
A study by Wells Fargo found that 77% of small businesses rely on personal savings for their initial funds. But, what if you don’t have a …
5 ways for small business owners to stay sane during the holiday rush
The holiday season is here. You’ve invested countless hours into planning and readying your business, and now it’s time to put it all in action. There’s …
How to take time off if you’re self-employed
Taking time off when you’re self-employed is a challenge. Whether you’re jetting off on a tropical vacation for a week or enjoying a break for the …
