Wednesday, May 15, 2019

16 Uncomfortable Questions Everyone Needs to...

When building A.I., we need to consider our own motivations and biases, and the social implications of the tools we create. Here are 16 uncomfortable questions that @amywebb says that we need to ask about #AI.

16 Uncomfortable Questions Everyone Needs to...

When building A.I., we need to consider our own motivations and biases, and the social implications of the tools we create.
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Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Money, money, money: 3 ways to grow your...

Money makes the world go round. Well, maybe not, but it does have a pretty serious impact on small business. The fact is, your business can’t operate without sufficient capital. Here are 3 ways to grow your operation and options to fund that growth...

Money, money, money: 3 ways to grow your...

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4 misunderstood facts about taxes on your...

Tax time can be stressful because you have to gather dozens of documents and invest time to file your tax return. One of the most misunderstood areas of tax is the taxation of investment income and capital gains. Here are 4 of those misunderstood areas.

4 misunderstood facts about taxes on your...

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3 Ways Tech Clutter Is Killing Your Company...

When implementing technology at your company, sometimes less is more. Here are 3 Ways Tech Clutter Is Killing Your Company Culture via @stuartwmcleod of @karbonhq.

3 Ways Tech Clutter Is Killing Your Company...

When implementing technology at your company, sometimes less is more.
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Monday, May 13, 2019

The harm of immediate response expectations -...

What do you do when you receive a notification while you’re working? When a chat message comes through, or an email hits your inbox, do you feel obligated or pressured to acknowledge the message right away? via @karbonhq

The harm of immediate response expectations -...

An expectation of an immediate response to messages or email has become the new normal for many businesses. It's having a negative impact on mental well-being, quality of work, and productivity.
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How to Use Industry Benchmarks to Make...

If you want to know how your business compares to the competition, you can find your answer in industry benchmarks. Benchmarks are industry standards, or guidelines, for key financial metrics.

How to Use Industry Benchmarks to Make...

Industry benchmarks are a great tool to measure your company's performance against similar businesses, but they can also be used by startups to help with forecasting and budgeting, and ultimately, to help drive business growth. Here's how to use them effectively.
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How Much Internet Speed Do You Really Need?

Internet service providers always want to sell you a faster connection. But forget marketing: How much speed do you really need?

How Much Internet Speed Do You Really Need?

Internet service providers always want to sell you a faster connection. But forget marketing: How much speed do you really need? The answer is more complicated than you might expect. Higher speed tiers aren't always worth the money.
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Saturday, May 11, 2019

What to Tell Your Clients About Tax Return Privacy

The Taxpayer Bill of Rights provides a Right to Confidentiality as follows: Taxpayers have the right to expect that any information they provide to the IRS will not be disclosed unless authorized by the taxpayer or by law. But, like other rights, the right to confidentiality is not absolute.

What to Tell Your Clients About Tax Return Privacy

Learn more about tax return privacy, including disclosure by tax return preparers and by the IRS.
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How to plan an international business strategy...

Is an international business strategy the next step for your small business? Expanding into new global markets can dramatically boost sales and profits, but it also requires careful planning. Here's a guide from @QuickBooks to help you plan...

How to plan an international business strategy...

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Nine tips for efficiency in absolutely everything

Waste not, want not, right? As a small business owner, you know that wasting time, wasting space and wasting energy are all a waste of money—and that’s something that’s always in short supply. Here are nine tips for #efficiency in absolutely everything.

Nine tips for efficiency in absolutely everything

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Friday, May 10, 2019

Money lessons from mom: A tribute by small...

Moms provide their children with a wealth of life lessons and sage advice. When it comes to money, moms are an especially rich source of insight. Here insights by #smallbiz owners that shared insights that they gained from their #mothers.

Money lessons from mom: A tribute by small...

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3 inventory management strategies that reduce...

Are you buried in busywork? Manufacturers are facing continual pressure to cut costs, but these administrative challenges move performance in the opposite direction. Here are 3 inventory management strategies that reduce administrative work by 40%...

3 inventory management strategies that reduce...

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How Will the Tax and Accounting Profession Look...

Ever wondered how different the Tax & Accounting Profession will look in 10 years? Check out the thoughts of my colleagues @PiccCPA, @BooksByKelly, Javier Amezcua, Chris James JD, and Myself as we share our perspective on the ever-changing tax industry and how to look at the bigger picture for their clients including pricing structure changes and technological advancements. As tax law changes become more integrated and new process’ take shape, people working in the tax and accounting industry will learn to adjust their business over time and adapt to client needs.

How Will the Tax and Accounting Profession Look...

Several tax practitioners share their perspective on the ever-changing tax industry and how to look at the bigger picture for their clients including pricing...Read More
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Thursday, May 9, 2019

Caleb Jenkins, EA, on Value Pricing

Each client has unique tax situations and may be interested in receiving extra services or support. In this video, I outline each value pricing package we offer to meet the needs of individual clients, no matter their tax situation -- from basic preparation of tax returns and meetings with industry experts to in-person quarterly meetings and future projection planning.

Caleb Jenkins, EA, on Value Pricing

Each of your clients have unique tax situations and may be interested in receiving extra services or support. Caleb Jenkins, from RLJ Financial, outlines eac...Read More
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