As most small trades business owners know, there are times of abundance and times where your business goes through a lull. The key to runnin

Running your own business means keeping a careful eye on your business finances. As helpful as it may be to have a bookkeeper or accountant either on call or on staff to help keep your finances organized, the only one who can best manage the cash flow of your company is YOU. That means ensuring you have enough revenue coming in to pay your expenses while simultaneously keeping your debts at a minimum wherever possible. Easier said then done, right? As you likely know, part of

Hiring new members for your team is an exciting time for your business! You’re experiencing enough success to require the extra staff, meaning you can grow your business even more. The issue for many business owners is how to attract exceptional candidates to apply for your positions? You know your business stands out from the competitors, you just need to make that known to potential applicants. One easy way to entice those ideal candidates to your job (and retain your alrea

Retirement can look different to every person. For some, they are eager to be done with work and can’t wait to have more time to enjoy some rest and relaxation, and for others, the idea of retiring from their careers can be simply overwhelming. After all, your career is very much a part of your identity; you have come to be known for your role as a business owner providing your services to the community, so transitioning into retirement may have you questioning who you will b

Selling your business is no easy decision. Neither is the decision to transition into retirement. However, it means you’re about to embark on a whole new chapter in your life! You’ll finally have time to do all those things you’ve dreamed of but couldn’t do during your working years. You may be feeling a series of mixed emotions about your decision to sell, so how can you make the process easier on yourself and maximize your sale profits? Get up-to-date No matter who you’re s

At some point, retirement will be in your future. As a business owner, retirement is not as easy as choosing to end your working years to embark on a new journey. You must worry about what happens to your business, your finances and your family when you decide to leave your company. No matter how near or far it may be, have you considered all the factors that will affect your personal AND financial well-being during your retired years? Here are 10 things every business owner

Owning a business can be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, adventures to undertake. Every new project is a great validation of your hard work & you’ve enjoyed years of success with plenty of happy clients. When you’re focused on running your business, it can be easy to put your retirement plans on the back burner. With so many other things on your plate, have you taken a moment to imagine or plan for your retired years? Where to start? When you’re a small business o