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How to use business intelligence to get paid and improve cash flow

For small and growing businesses, there are few tasks more important than ensuring you’re paid on time and managing your...

September 14, 2021

How to boss your cash flow: 5 things to do right now

For your small business to succeed it is crucial to understand how to boss your cash flow. Here are 5 things you should do.

July 1, 2021

10 steps to grow your customer base

Tips on how to grow your customer base, generate leads and maintain your existing customer relationships.

June 25, 2021

small business owner working on invoices

How to get paid faster with e-invoicing and automation

But by using automation and e-invoicing, you can make sure your company can get paid faster and improve your cash flow.

June 8, 2021

5 quotes to kick your fear of networking in the pants

Networking is an important part of growing your business. Read our Sage advice on making the most of your networking opp...

June 3, 2021

How to boss your side hustle or start-up business

If you’re on the fence about launching a start-up company or side hustle in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, you’re no...

May 25, 2021

Small business accounting: 5 steps to start your books

Managing your books can often be a daunting task, but it doesn’t need to be! Ace your small business accounting with the...

April 2, 2021

How to choose an accountant for your small business

Finding an accountant that understands your small business needs and acts like a trusted financial partner is crucial. F...

March 25, 2021

How to start a bookkeeping business: Top tips to help you succeed

Thinking about starting your own bookkeeping business? Here are the steps to take as you go from idea to reality.

March 24, 2021

3 sweet lessons of success from Wally Amos

Here are three lessons from the story of the “Famous” Wally Amos to inspire you to turn lemons into lemonade.

February 1, 2021

Prepárese para la temporada de impuestos – Tres consejos para negocios pequeños

Para las empresas latinas, la preparación para la temporada de impuestos puede ahorrarles tiempo y dinero. Aquí hay tres...

January 25, 2021

12 survival tips for small businesses in 2021

Small business success can be tricky, especially after a crazy year. Here are our top survival tips for small businesses...

January 12, 2021

Why entrepreneurs lose their passion for business

Business coach Carolin Soldo explains why entrepreneurs fall out of love with their businesses and how to jump into the ...

January 11, 2021

5 tips to achieve your business goals

While most people know the importance of setting goals, achieving them is the hard part. Here are 5 tips help you achiev...

January 5, 2021

5 reasons you should be using a receipt app

Every small business should be using a receipt app and accounting software, even if they’re outsourcing their accounting...

December 1, 2020

Tips to consider when launching an online business

Two virtual business veterans share their advice on how to start and grow your business in a virtual world.

October 13, 2020

Your four-step checklist for refining your business plan

After you’ve been in business for a while, your business plan may need a refresher. Here are the areas you should re-exa...

October 7, 2020

Seven characteristics of an effective mentor

Mentorship is a good way to bring more youth into the industry, retain more employees, and advance individual careers. R...

October 6, 2020

Small Business Survival Toolkit

Our 3-part guide is designed to help you achieve success by addressing typical challenges encountered by small businesse...

October 4, 2020

4 steps to fix your boring business plan with an entrepreneurial mindset

Entrepreneurial coach Joey Womack shares how adopting an entrepreneurial mindset can help you write a solid business plan.

September 25, 2020

Why now is a good time to start a business: Advice from our experts

According to our panel of entrepreneurs and business experts, now is a good time to start a business, as 2020 presents s...

September 8, 2020

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How to recover a past due invoice

Recovering a past due invoice is frustrating and time-consuming. Learn how to ensure you get paid on time with this deta...

September 3, 2020

Making the leap from employee to entrepreneur: Tips from a pastry chef

Did you ever dream of quitting your day job to follow your passion? Owners of the macaron delivery service, Pastreez sha...

July 31, 2020

Plan for business growth during and after a recession

How you can plan for business growth during and after a recession? Steps include leveraging IT, including small business...

July 15, 2020