If you find yourself scrambling to prepare for tax season each year, this one’s for you. Lack of preparedness at tax time can cost you and your business heaps of money and time (not to mention peace of mind). The good news is preparing for tax season in advance is easier than you might think. […]
When it comes to having a successful business, there’s, unfortunately, no magic solution. Every road to success is different, and every business will face its own challenges along the way. But planning ahead, looking for guideposts, and making informed decisions about the future will help to set your business in the right direction. If you […]
We recently celebrated FusePhase’s anniversary, and it’s got me thinking a lot about the last four years. First of all, it’s hard to believe how quickly four years can fly by. I’m reminded of this when I think about the fact I had a fourteen-year-old daughter when I launched FusePhase in 2013. It seems as […]
Think your business is too small for you to bother with a budget? Actually, every business needs a budget it can stick to, no matter what stage of growth it’s in. Unfortunately, however, a lot of small businesses take a “we’ll-deal-with-it-later” approach to budgeting. This is often because there are too many other pressing issues […]
With so many of us working from home these days, either for ourselves or remote employers, it’s important to set some general guidelines for ourselves to ensure better focus and productivity. Because let’s face it: working from home can be distracting. Just ask this guy. Here are three tips to help you get more done while working […]
Yeah, we know– reviewing your business’s financial documents probably isn’t the most thrilling activity for you (or for most people, for that matter). In fact, you may even find it to be the perfect cure for your persistent insomnia. But here’s the thing: In order to have a successful business, you must have clear, accurate […]
If there’s one thing that’s certain, both in life and in business, it’s that nothing is ever certain. That’s why you’ve got to take necessary steps to prepare for the unexpected whenever possible. With all the changes in the federal government and the uncertain impact on businesses and tax rates in the years to come, […]
We’re not going to sugarcoat it – being an entrepreneur can be tough. You work day and night for what is often very little reward or recognition, especially in the early days. Your social life becomes a distant memory and you start to forget what hobbies you used to have. Meanwhile, weekdays and weekends blend […]
According to our allergies, spring season is in full swing. And you know what that means: It’s time to do a little spring cleaning. But spring cleaning isn’t just about tidying up the closets and sweeping up the dust bunnies from their winter hibernation. It’s also a great time to clean up your business finances and review how the […]
Why do some businesses fail to grow while others seem to hit the ground running and never seem to slow down? If your business is stuck in a rut and can’t quite get to the next stage of its growth, here are some possible reasons why. 10 reasons why businesses fail to grow: 1. No […]