I don't know about your small business. But for us? We haven't been very disciplined about raising prices during the pandemic. So even if our costs … [Read more...] about Psst. Time to Raise Your Prices.
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Recovery Startup Business Employee Retention Credit
For the third and fourth quarters of 2021, tax law provides an unusual incentive to small business entrepreneurs: the recovery startup business … [Read more...] about Recovery Startup Business Employee Retention Credit
The Post-Pandemic Economy and Your Small Business
The numbers keep getting better. Cases, hospitalizations and fatalities have collapsed in the U.S. since the beginning of the year. In the U.S., … [Read more...] about The Post-Pandemic Economy and Your Small Business
The Small Business Long Game: Compound Growth
We’ve all had a lot of other things to pay attention to recently. The election. Covid-19. A struggling economy. But something unexpected popped … [Read more...] about The Small Business Long Game: Compound Growth
Covid-19 Closures Killing Millions of Small Businesses
Some bad news, I’m afraid. Covid-19 closures appear to be killing millions of small businesses. That’s maybe not a huge surprise. Also, we’ve had … [Read more...] about Covid-19 Closures Killing Millions of Small Businesses
Post-Pandemic Covid-19 Small Business Planning
Okay, this may sound crazy. But I’m going to say it anyway. A good chance exists you and I need to start thinking more—and thinking more … [Read more...] about Post-Pandemic Covid-19 Small Business Planning
How to Beat a Super Car in a Race
An awkward admission: I watch too much streaming video. Even more now that we're under a "stay at home" directive from our state's governor. A … [Read more...] about How to Beat a Super Car in a Race
Small Business Survival Guide to Corona Virus Crisis
A blog reader reached out last week, suggesting I offer up some advice to small business owners. She pointed out the print books I’ve written (like … [Read more...] about Small Business Survival Guide to Corona Virus Crisis
Twin Problems of Unprofitable Customers and Services
I’ve been coaching some new CPA firm owners about how to build a profitable professional services firm. And to jump to the punchline? The twin tricks … [Read more...] about Twin Problems of Unprofitable Customers and Services
Mattis’ Management Principles Apply to Small Businesses
So, I just read James Mattis’ new book, "Call Sign Chaos." And the former Secretary of Defense's story prompts a couple of thoughts, one short and one … [Read more...] about Mattis’ Management Principles Apply to Small Businesses