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Budget – Begin with the End in Mind

February 13, 2012 | Filed Under Accounting Best Practices, Beat Today's Economy, Budget, Organize Your Finances | 0 COMMENTS

What are your 2012 financial needs or goals? Will you repay debt? Save? Reduce some expenses and increase others? Write down your goals.

Work from the Bottom Up

Last week, I suggested you analyze your 2011 financial picture. You gathered information. Now, let’s bring the pieces together. Create main areas of spending: home … read more »

Budget – Analyze First

February 5, 2012 | Filed Under Accounting Best Practices, Beat Today's Economy, Budget, Grow Your Profit, Organize Your Finances | 0 COMMENTS

Arm yourself with information. It’s a key step in preparing your 2012 budget.

Look at your financial picture from last year.

How much did you earn? How much did you spend? What did you spend on?… read more »

Get the info. You may have a wealth of information at your disposal if you

Budget to Earn, Earn, Earn!

January 29, 2012 | Filed Under Accounting Best Practices, Beat Today's Economy, Budget, Grow Your Profit, Organize Your Finances | 0 COMMENTS

You haven’t budgeted for 2012 yet? January is over. Get started now.

Tip for Success

Focus on Income. Though, yes, we will plan expenses, I encourage you to shift your mindset to earning income. Think about how much we focus on spending and consuming. Our culture focuses far too much on outflow. Instead, move your mental … read more »

From Intimidated To Inspired: Why some small business owners perceive the business planning process as daunting and how to GET OVER IT!

October 13, 2011 | Filed Under Beat Today's Economy | 0 COMMENTS

In today’s economy, classic business preparation will propel you toward success. To thrive and outpace others, prepare a business plan or re-visit your existing one.

Why is this process intimidating?  First, it requires an investment of time.  Second, it is a creative process – goals must be set; strategies and … read more »