Why You Should Check Your Bank Accounts Daily
Checking your bank accounts every day takes less than five minutes and can help you catch fraud, protect cash flow, and avoid costly surprises.
5 “Musts” for Managers
Great managers aren’t created by chance. They develop habits and systems that help teams perform at their best. In this article, discover five essential “musts” every manager should follow to lead effectively, build accountability, and drive stronger results for their business.
Is 10% Net Profit Enough?
Many business owners aim for a 10% net profit margin—but is that actually enough? In this article, we break down what healthy businesses earn, how to evaluate profitability, and what benchmarks successful companies use.
Fun Financial Facts to Start the New Year
The new year is the perfect time to think about finances in a fresh way. These fun financial facts highlight surprising insights about money, business performance, and financial success.
Death by 1,000 Cuts – Abdicating the Responsibility for the Financial Side of Your Company
Many business owners unintentionally damage their companies by avoiding the financial side of the business. Over time, small financial issues compound into serious problems. This article explains why owners must stay engaged with their company’s financial health to prevent “death by 1,000 cuts.”
Death by 1,000 Cuts – Marketing Budget that Isn’t Based on Results
Why Marketing Budgets Must Be Tied to Measurable Results The next death by another little cut: Having a Marketing Budget that Isn’t Based on Results This is a conversation I had with a client who did an advertising campaign: “We spent $11,000 on advertising and...
Death by 1,000 Cuts – Don’t Give Employees KPI’s and Annual Reviews
When employees lack clear performance metrics, accountability and productivity often decline. This article explains why KPIs and annual reviews are essential tools for improving employee performance and building a stronger business.
Death by 1,000 Cuts – Not Paying Attention to Accounts Receivable
Accounts receivable may seem like a routine administrative task, but ignoring it can slowly damage your company’s cash flow. This article explains why business owners must actively manage receivables to maintain financial stability and avoid long-term financial strain.
Happy Thanksgiving
This Thursday, November 27th we celebrate Thanksgiving in the United States. For Canadian readers, you celebrated Thanksgiving earlier this year. For those in other areas of the world, you might not formally celebrate a day to give thanks….but what if you did it?...