Sustainability shouldn't be applied to just "green initiatives," but also to a business' longevity.  We as business owners need to learn how to plan for for our own sustainability instead of from month-to-month.  How often do you as an owner look at whether or not you need to upgrade your computer system or purchase a new phone set-up, or investing into continuing education for their employees.

You know it's something I've never even considered, and it's probably something people may consider a stretch, but when you look at the benefits, it actually is.  Look at the facts:  according to the 2007 report by HP and SCORE developed a paper, Natural & Man-Made Disasters, they found that "70% of small firms that experience a major data loss go out of business within a year," which is pretty horrific.  Whether it's from a computer crash, a natural disaster, electrici

Is it worth it?  Yes if you follow the guidelines and you are planning to expand your workforce because it's necessary, the additional savings can be put towards other business expenses where you've had to cut back.  Unfortunately if your business has not come back to prior levels to justify additional employees, this does NOT make a good business decision.

Just recently the Intuit Team has offered an alternative program for Certified Pro Advisors and Certified Solutions Providers who are interested in working with clients remotely outside of using such service providers as LogMeIn or GoToMyPC.  Below is a link to their announcement.

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A lot of people feel that "being green" is something that's extremely tough to do, however, there are simple little things that people can do to make a difference.  One of the best things I've ever seen from QuickBooks is their document management module with their 2010 version.

How many times have you come across a situation where you and the other person weren't speaking the same language?  I have worked with a variety of clients, and all in all it's not been easy when people have a different outlook on what you're trying to accomplish, compared to what needs to happen.  How far do you cross the line?  How often do you take the assertive role versus the passive role to get the work done?

It's always interesting coming across spouses who work and co-own a business together.  When two people live, work, and "love" 24/7, it takes a lot of patience and a lot of understanding, as well as the necessity to actually spend time away from each other to make it work.  As business finances can be a very intimate item of discussion, it is important for both people to be on the same page with the same goals and objectives.  Here are 5 key points to consider if you choose to go into a business together:

I just did a QuickBooks training this morning with a young couple who just recently moved to the Houston area, who were on the road to energizing their company focusing in the construction industry.  Working with a variety of construction clients in the past, from small businesses who have just one person working, versus those making several million dollars, this was the MOST organized client I have ever had the pleasure of working with.  From the complexity of the details set up in their Excel spreadsheets, to the capabilities they exude when talking about the industry it

Everyone knows that they avoid seeking help until the pain is just too great, and finances is an area that we as Americans try to avoid altogether.  Although a recent study suggested an increased number of people surveyed believe it's okay exaggerate on tax deductions, the number of people fearing an audit increased as well.  Do you feel the same way?

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