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The end of the year is a good time to reflect on what makes you happy. When it comes to your business, what makes you most thankful? The freedom to work for yourself? The satisfaction of supporting your family? The flexibility to scale at your own pace? Tell us: What makes you most thankful to be running your own business? Maybe your greatest appreciation is for the folks who’ve helped you along the way. Who do you want to thank this holiday season?
What the best ways can you recommend?
If you’re overwhelmed at work, maybe it’s time to bring on your first employee. Are you planning to hire in 2018? If not, what’s stopping you? Here's some reading that could help you out: Employees on Your Mind? Some Hints Before You Hire And tell us, what's on your mind when it comes to hiring employees? Use the reply space below to start the conversation!
Happy Friday, QB Community! Welcome to our round-up of inspiring and thought-provoking conversations happening in our community this week. Click the links below to see what you may have missed. You just might find the information you’ve been looking for! Spotlight This week, meet an enterprising QB Community member who’s launched three different crowdfunding campaigns -- and met her financing goals every time. You Said It! Q & A with Community Member Danielle Vincent Burning Question Customers -- you can’t live without ‘em. But marketing and outreach take time and money, not to mention a solid strategy for building a strong customer base. Tell us: How Will You Get More Customers Next Year? Let’s Talk QuickBooks As the year winds down, chances are “Get paid on time” is at the top of your list of resolutions for 2018. Fortunately, QuickBooks Online has key features to help you achieve this important goal. Use Recurring Sales Receipts to Get Paid On Time with QuickBooks Online QB Con
‘Tis the season for giving! That’s why many businesses bring in the bulk of their sales during November and December. We’re curious about how much revenue you earn now compared to the other seasons. What % of your total sales this year will happen in November and December? If you don’t know the numbers, it’s time to calculate. Figure out your average monthly revenue and compare that amount to this November and December.
What’s on your mind right now? We know folks who work for themselves have plenty to say about the business of doing business. That’s why we want to share your insights, ideas and best practices. Today, we’re spending a few minutes with Outlaw Soaps founder Danielle Vincent. Danielle has successfully launched and run three crowdsourcing campaigns through Kickstarter and Kiva, a community-based lending program. We’ll find out why Danielle has repeatedly opted for non-traditional financing -- no surprise, perhaps, given her non-traditional penchant for blue hair and knee-high llama socks! Danielle, what was your biggest concern about crowdfunding? I’ve heard a lot of small business owners say they don't feel comfortable asking friends and family for money. This concern is totally legitimate. If you borrow money and you don't pay people back or give them the value they are expecting in return, you will lose friends and family. My response was to take th
Making money is hard enough. Don't make it harder by losing track of how you spent it! What are *your* tactics for counting every penny in the coming year? Tell us – and then click on this link to find out how to track your cash and keep it flowing.
Every business relies on customers. In order to grow, you need more! What will you do differently in the coming year to grow your customer base more than ever before? Tell us – and then click on this link to find out how to get free marketing and rave reviews.
QuickBooks's "Own it. Every day." video series brings you real insights from real small businesses. Here, Icelantic Skis Founder and CEO, Ben Anderson, shares parts of his small business journey. In each episode, he offers a new insight into elements of Icelantic operations, from idea development to local sourcing to finding a great accountant! How did your journey into business begin? How has creativity influenced your business? What have been the benefits of local production? How have your accounting needs developed as you’ve grown? How do you connect with your customers? What organizational strategies do you employ? Do you have any ideas for Ben? Leave them here in the comments below!
So, I am trying to structure a business with two partners. I’m not 100% of ownership or remuneration would love advice. So, partner A has a contact which can lead to a very lucrative contract. Partner B partner has the time and expertise to implement the contract that would be created. Partner B would be doing 90% of the work with 100% of the expertise. Partner A will be doing basic clerical tasks but brought contract to table. Any suggestions on ownership percentages and remuneration for the partners as far as salary. It will be an S-Corp for Dividend sake.
How can you make that happen in your business/life? What would help you make this reality?
