BackCasting: A New Approach to Strategic Planning for 2025

Imagine you’re sitting at your kitchen table on December 31, 2025, reflecting on what an amazing year you’ve just experienced! What made this year so wonderful? (Pause for self-reflection.) How will you know that the year was a success? Several years ago, I became frustrated with the traditional forecasting models used by small businesses. Why?…
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Simplifying Expense Management: How Outsourced Services Can Help

Expense management. Those two words can strike fear into the heart of even the most organized business owner. The process of tracking receipts, categorizing expenses, reconciling statements, and ensuring compliance can feel like a never-ending struggle, draining valuable time and resources. But what if there was a way to simplify this complex task, freeing you…
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Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth, Change, and Success

As we approach the final stretch of 2024, it feels like the right moment to hit pause and celebrate the journey we’ve been on this year. From unexpected challenges to exciting milestones, every twist and turn has shaped who we are today. With this being my final blog post of the year, I wanted to…
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The Importance of Data Security in Modern Bookkeeping Practices

In today’s digital age, where data is the lifeblood of business, security is no longer an afterthought – it’s a necessity. This is especially true for bookkeeping, where sensitive financial information flows through intricate digital networks, vulnerable to cyber threats and data breaches.  As businesses increasingly rely on cloud-based accounting systems and digital payment platforms,…
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Finding Your Business’s Compensation Equation

You’re an employer. You hire people to complete jobs and projects, and then they get paid for their efforts. But that’s just the surface-level description of the employer-employee relationship. When you peel back the layers, the topic of compensation becomes far more nuanced and complex. The real question every business leader must address is: How…
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Analyzing Financial Trends in the Wine Industry: An Updated Outlook

The wine industry, a captivating blend of tradition, artistry, and business acumen, is constantly evolving. From vineyard to bottle, and from consumer preferences to global markets, the forces that shape this dynamic industry are in constant flux. To thrive in this ever-changing landscape, wineries need a keen understanding of the financial trends that influence their…
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