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Everything from accounting tips and tricks to account trends all from the Connected Accounting team. We want to share industry insights and business news from the accounting world.
How I Plan Now to Keep Sane During Busy Season
Don't let busy season get the best of you. As a seasoned accounting firm owner, here are my tried and tested tips on how to stay sane during demanding periods and year-round.
The Power of In-Person: Strengthening Remote Teams
In today's digital age, remote teams have become the norm, offering flexibility and access to talent from across the globe. As an advocate of remote work, I firmly believe in its benefits. However, I also recognize the irreplaceable value of meeting in person to foster strong team dynamics and fuel collaboration.
As a leader of a remote company, I have witnessed firsthand how face-to-face interactions can elevate team performance and ignite a sense of camaraderie. Here are a few reasons why meeting in person is essential for remote teams:
Christmas in July: Mid-Year Check-ups and Business Preparedness
This July, embrace the spirit of "Christmas in July" and utilize this unique occasion to conduct mid-year check-ups and prepare for the upcoming busy seasons. Evaluate your progress, make necessary adjustments, and leverage our accounting and bookkeeping services to ensure your business is on track for success. Remember, proactive planning and year-round preparedness give your business a competitive advantage, enhance customer satisfaction, and pave the way for long-term growth. Contact us today to embark on this journey toward business excellence.
37 Apps That Can Help SaaS Companies Run Their Business More Efficiently
Software as a Service (SaaS) companies constantly strive to optimize their operations and improve efficiency in today's fast-paced business environment. One effective way to achieve this is by leveraging various apps and tools specifically designed to streamline different aspects of a SaaS business. This article explores some of the top apps that can help SaaS companies run their business more efficiently.
5 Key Performance Indicators Every Marketing Agency Owner Should Track
As a digital marketing agency owner, you understand that your success is measured by how satisfied your clients are with your deliverables. To help gauge the effectiveness of your work, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) is essential. Knowing which KPIs are most important for owners is hard to figure out when starting in business. That’s why we’re here - helping guide you through understanding five analytical elements every successful business owner should track to build an effective digital marketing agency from the ground up. Learn more about what these key metrics are and how they impact the overall health of your business after reading ahead!
10 Ways Outsourced Accountants Can Make Managing Taxes Easier and Less Stressful
Tax season can be overwhelming and confusing for business owners, whether they're just starting out or have been established for years. Fortunately, engaging the services of an outsourced accountant can help make managing taxes easier and less stressful. As experts in financial management and accounting, outsourced accountants provide significant expertise that can be leveraged to ensure businesses are operating efficiently come tax time. To give you a better idea of how you could benefit most from outsourcing your accounting needs during this crucial time of year, here are 10 ways an experienced professional can make tax season simpler for you.
Bookkeeping 101 - What Each Business Owner Must Know
Business owners often become overwhelmed by the vast array of tasks they must juggle when running a business. Bookkeeping is one such task which, if done correctly, can drastically improve the efficiency and success of any business. It's important to understand why bookkeeping is so integral to a successful business and whether or not it's wise to do it yourself or to outsource this task. In this blog post, we'll explore the reasons why bookkeeping is essential for entrepreneurs and look at the bookkeeping process. We'll also discuss tips for streamlining this process and optimizing your time. Join us as we unpack what you need to know about bookkeeping for business owners.
Three Tools To Help Small Business Owners Manage Strategy Planning and Goals Setting For The Year Ahead
Three Tools To Help Small Business Owners Manage Strategy Planning and Goals Setting For The Year Ahead
5 Benefits of Having a Relationship-Focused Accountant
You might think that all accounting firms are the same, but that couldn't be further from the truth. We believe that the best way to serve our clients is to build relationships with them. Here are five benefits of having a relationship with your accountant.
Why Rebrand? Diving into Connected Accounting’s rebranding strategy with the CEO & Founder!
A note from Connected Accounting’s CEO & Founder, Marie (Phillips) Greene about the rebranding strategy!
3 Reasons Why Adding an Annual Volunteer Day to Our Business Model Helps our Remote Team
At Connected Accounting, we believe in giving back to the community. On the last Friday of September, our team takes a day off to volunteer at a local charity or non-profit organization. We're excited to announce this annual tradition and share its positive impacts on our team. Maybe our efforts will inspire other businesses to do so as well.
The Difference Between Being Rich and Being Wealthy
In a year of economic turmoil, we wanted to share our thoughts when it came to building a secure financial future. And although at face value being “rich” and being “wealthy” might seem like the same thing, they’re actually quite different. Here’s what you should know.
3 Great Tools for Team Management
For any growing brand, team management is key to success. Whether you’re just getting ready to onboard your first employee or are already a thriving corporation, it’s important to make sure your team is equipped with the right tools and resources to help you scale. Here are three of our favorite tools to help teams grow!
Together We Give #GivingTuesday
How are you celebrating #GivingTuesday? This holiday means a lot to me, and I’m excited to support two incredible organizations this year. If you haven’t heard of it before, #GivingTuesday is all about global generosity. It’s a powerful movement that encourages people and organizations to engage with their communities and help make an impact.
Top 3 Black Friday Deals That Can Benefit Your Company
When I think Black Friday, I think of a new tent, down hill skis, or early Christmas gift shopping. Now that I'm a business owner, I also research subscriptions, software, and hardware deals. If you're looking to save big this year on business essentials, here are my tips!