Planning for Profit: How to Build a Business Budget that Actually Works
For most business owners, the word “budget” doesn’t exactly spark excitement. I get it—budgets can feel limiting, boring, or even overwhelming. But after more than 30 years in finance and accounting, I can confidently say this: a solid, realistic budget is one of the most powerful tools any business owner can have. When done right, […]
When to Upgrade from a Bookkeeper to a Strategic Accounting Partner
If you’re running a growing small business, there’s a good chance you started with a bookkeeper—or maybe even handled the books yourself. That’s perfectly normal. In the early days, it’s all about keeping the lights on, making payroll, and staying organized enough to file your taxes. But at some point, every business reaches a fork […]
Common Accounting Mistakes Small Businesses Make—And How to Avoid Them
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with small business owners across dozens of industries. I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t. And when it comes to accounting, the same handful of mistakes show up again and again—regardless of the business type or size. The truth is, no one starts a business […]
How Free Market Principles Shape Smarter Business Strategy
In more than three decades of working with entrepreneurs and business owners, one thing has become increasingly clear to me: the principles of the free market aren’t just economic theory—they’re powerful tools for building better businesses. Too often, when people hear “free market,” they think politics or Wall Street. But in reality, these principles are […]