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Small Business Expense Tracking Spreadsheets
May 03
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By Index Staff—Do you feel overwhelmed with the task of tracking your expenses? You’re not alone. Whether you’re tracking costs for your business or f …
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Clear Your Head: Delete Mental Clutter and Boost Productivity
May 03
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By James Monroe—Do you want to become more productive, lower your stress, and reduce your anxiety? According to mental health experts, there’s an easy …
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8 Green Ideas to Help Your Small Business and the Planet
Apr 19
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By James Monroe—Can you do something good for both your business and the planet? Companies like Patagonia, Ben & Jerry’s, and Tom’s of Maine have …
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Top 8 Tax Deductions for Small Businesses and Consultants in 2024
Feb 27
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By Steve Strauss—One of the great things about owning an independent small business is that you can deduct a lot of things that were not deductible wh …
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10 Basic Bookkeeping Tips for Small Businesses
Feb 27
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By James Monroe—How well do you manage your company’s books? Here are some basic tips that will make your bookkeeping easier.1. Keep Personal and Busi …
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Do You Need a Bookkeeper?
Feb 27
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By James Monroe—Do you remember when you started your business? How exciting it was to learn new things and take on new challenges? For most of us, th …
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Help Customers Fall in Love with Your Business
Jan 30
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By Steve Strauss—In Portland, Oregon, there is a legendary bookstore called Powell’s City of Books. And a city it practically is. Taking up an entire …
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3 Non-Business Books to Help Your Business
Jan 30
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By Index Staff—If you’re looking for business inspiration or insights, don’t overlook books outside the business section. Some of the best books for b …
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Customer Relationships: What Successful Small Businesses Do Well
Jan 30
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By James Monroe—How do they do it? How does a small business (on a small budget) bond with its customers as well as—or better than—giant corporations …
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Starting Your Small Business: A Checklist for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Dec 20
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By Steve Strauss—You know when you’ve caught the entrepreneurial bug. It won’t let you go no matter what you do or what tonic you take. Wanting to sta …
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How To Write Goals to Help Your Small Business Succeed
Dec 20
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By James Monroe— Large companies regularly set goals to keep everyone focused and on the same page. But what about small businesses? Are goals really …
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7 Trends for Small Businesses in 2024
Dec 20
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By Index Staff—What’s in store for 2024? Although it’s impossible to predict what the future will hold, there are some trends that can dramatically af …
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