How to Deal with an Angry Client
In a perfect world, everything would go smoothly and your clients would always be gushing over the incredible work you’ve seamlessly prepared for them. In the real world, you need to learn how to roll with the punches. Your clients aren’t always going to be happy, but handling those situations while maintaining client relationships (and […]
5 Requirements for Successful Email Marketing
How do you keep in touch with your customers? Social media? Postcards? The occasional phone call? It’s important to maintain contact with clients, both past and present, but it can be tough when we’re busy running your businesses and maintaining your personal life. One of the simplest ways to maintain contact with your customers is […]
Why You Might Receive a Notice from the IRS
April 15th has come and gone and the last thing you want is to hear from the IRS; however, sometimes the IRS needs to follow up on tax-related issues and they will send notices that you might need to respond to. Don’t panic! Not all of these letters contain bad news–sometimes you could even be […]
Mileage Logs: A Must for Tax Time
Come tax season, people are always asking me about mileage logs. A recent Tax Court case highlights the importance of keeping a log. In the case, a Mr. Keith Dunford lost $93,656 in business deductions for his business motorhome and two business cars due to lack of a business mileage log. Receipts are Not Enough […]
Managing Your Pregnancy and Your Business
Having a child should be one of the happiest moments in your life; however, for women entrepreneurs it can be very stressful. Many of my clients have come to me to figure out the balance between having a child and running a business. I’m a hands-on dad myself, but pregnancy is not something I’ve experienced, […]
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