Posts by Scott Meister, CPA
What is a Profit and Loss Statement?
Source: Small Business Trends | Repost QBScott 4/14/2022 – As a business owner, you need to know how well you are generating profits. This type of profit and loss report is one of three financial statements. A p l statement is an important way to see what’s happening financially over time. This is a great…
Read MoreOnline Marketplaces: What Small Businesses Need to Know
Source: SmallBiz-Resources | Repost QBScott 3/30/2022 – With estimated revenues of over $7 trillion a year, small businesses have an unmatched purchasing power that everyone who sells goods or services should consider tapping into. And that means you too. One of the most convenient ways is through online marketplaces, which have become the de-facto targeted…
Read More10 Small Business Tips You Can Implement in 2022
Source: Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership | Repost QBScott 3/17/2022 Making the decision to start up a small business includes numerous significant choices, of all shapes and sizes. The decisions you make today can influence your business for a long time in the future, so it’s essential to get off to a solid beginning and launch…
Read More5 Habits Every CEO Should Avoid to Be a Truly Remarkable Leader
Source: Entrepreneur | Repost 3/2/2022 – These are easy traps to fall into despite being a well-intentioned executive leader. Seldom will you find a CEO who has it all figured out. I don’t; however, I spend a lot of time reflecting on what constitutes a truly remarkable leader. What traits does this sort of leader…
Read MoreUse a Balance Sheet to Evaluate the Health of Your Business
Source: Entrepreneur | Repost QBScott 2/9/2022 – One of the tools that can be used to assess the performance of your business or organization is a balance sheet. A balance sheet, which should be a part of the financial model in your business plan, categorizes your assets (everything you own), your liabilities (everything you owe)…
Read More11 Small Business Trends Entrepreneurs Are Excited to See in 2022
Source: Small Business Trends | Repost QBScott 1/26/2022 – When the Covid-19 pandemic struck in 2020, it put many professionals out of work. Others faced cutbacks on hours or began working remotely, which allowed more time for pursuing multiple income streams. These factors led to a major uptick in startup and small business launches, many…
Read More6 Predictions For Small Business In 2022
Source: Nerdwallet | Repot QBScott 1/11/2022 – Small-business owners looked to 2021 as a chance to rebound and rebuild from nearly a year of coronavirus-induced losses. Instead, many were dealt repeated blows with supply chain backups, unfilled “hiring” signs and renewed restrictions and mandates. The year wasn’t a complete bust, though. Entrepreneurship grew at a…
Read MoreThe Biggest Challenges Facing Small Business in 2022
Source: Small Business Trends | Repost QBScott 12/2/2021 – The new year will present additional challenges and opportunities for small businesses as the country is still involved in the COVID-19 pandemic. On The Small Business Radio Show this week, Ross Buhrdorf, the founder and CEO of ZenBusiness PBC discusses those challenges and tips for first…
Read More6 Key Things To Keep In Mind Before You Launch Your Business
Source: Entrepreneur | Repost QBScott 11/8/2021 – Running a new business requires a solid strategy supported by proven facts. While it is usually possible to get your business off the ground, there are always factors that may impede your dream of being a successful entrepreneur. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 65%…
Read MoreReasons Why a Business Plan Is Important for Entrepreneurs
Source: WSI | Repost QBScott 10/21/2021 – What is a business plan? For people who are just starting out and forming their own company, whether it’s a small freelance business at home or a new venture with an office and a starting pool of employees, there’s a lot of importance to a business plan. It…
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