It’s easy to assume that having access to financial data automatically makes your business more informed. But here’s the truth: data is dumb without interpretation. Your financial statements aren’t magic. They don’t make decisions. They don’t tell you what to do next — unless you know how to ask the right questions. Financials Are Talking. […]
When most business owners look at their financial statements, they see a snapshot of the past — like reading yesterday’s weather report. But the most successful leaders don’t just glance in the rearview mirror. They use financials like a GPS: to track where they are, understand where they’re heading, and steer toward better outcomes. Here’s
Financial Statements Aren’t Rearview Mirrors — They’re GPS for Growth Read More »
In business, the phrase “treat every client the same” sounds noble—but it’s also misleading. The truth? Not all clients are of equal value, and smart companies not only recognize this—they operationalize it. If that statement feels uncomfortable, good. It means we’re getting to the heart of an important mindset shift: equity over equality in how
Not All Clients Are the Same – And That’s Not A Bad Thing Read More »
Most accountants underestimate what their clients are actually willing to invest in. You’re Not Charging Too Much — You’re Communicating Too Little If you’ve ever thought, “My clients won’t pay more,” you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: clients will absolutely pay more — when they understand the value.And most accountants are underselling their greatest
Your Clients Are Willing to Pay More — But Only If You Shift This One Thing Read More »
We are social creatures, but we are also creatures of habit. We like things to feel safe. For some reason, the status quo feels the safest, especially where other people fit into our lives. It’s easy to wish people well while also hoping they’d stay the same.
How to Cope with Unsupportive People & Find a Support System Read More »
As told by Dari O’Brien I promised myself years ago, every time I saw this I would re-post, I didn’t write it but it’s awesome and worth the share! Happens about twice a year. Rings true EVERY.SINGLE.TIME…. Here goes!!! “17 INCHES” – you will not regret reading this. An excellent article to read from beginning
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Depression, anxiety, and grief can be constant companions, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, if you focus on and worry about events, decisions and circumstances that are completely out of your control. You can’t control the economy, the weather, or the coronavirus. So accept them as they are, do your part to prepare for and manage
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Wow!! Who saw this coming? Schools and businesses closing! Children and parents at home…all day…together, doing home-work (pun intended!) and home-school (online school, anyway). Figuring out how to make this work can be extremely difficult for both parents and children. If the additional challenges of being a work-at-home or laid-off parent aren’t enough, being
How Parents Can Survive, Thrive, and Flourish during COVID-19 Pandemic! Read More »
Are you doing things differently because of COVID-19? Many of us are!How often before COVID-19 did you always use tissues to wipe a runny nose, then wash your hands and avoid contact with your nose and eyes? Have you stopped giving hugs and handshakes? Are you keeping at least 3 and typically 6 ft from
How COVID-19 Changes Behaviors Read More »