Business Success Traits

Any Success is driven by hard and smart work. You see the Goal or Destination. You map out the steps or milestones to get there — Make a Plan. You take the First Step. You continue. Persistence in the face of obstacles. Reviewing and Modifying the Plan. Knowledge, Skills, Attitude.

9 Things to Know About Starting a Business

Deep in your heart, you might be dreaming of starting your own business. It could be eCommerce, Handmade Crafts, a repair business, or a store on the corner. Doesn’t matter. There some things you should know. Books and YouTube Aren’t Enough You can learn a lot by reading, researching, and buying courses on starting a … Read more

Making the Most of the Cold and Dark of Winter

Baby, It’s COLD Outside! Here in NW Oregon, it rarely gets below freezing, and even more rarely, it snows. Generally, we can expect snow every few years. That’s one reason we get “snow days” with the falling of a single snowflake. So, we bundle up and light a fire, brew the hot chocolate, and burrow … Read more

Why Am I Always Behind Come Tax Time?

Here it is, the end of another fantastic year, and I’m just now getting started on my bookkeeping. Again?

I know I’ve said that success requires you know how your business is doing by keeping your bookkeeping up-to-date. I guess I should be following my own advice.

Excuses Why I haven’t Kept Up

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