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Running a business

Glossary of the most important financial terms to know

August 17, 2023

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Bookkeeping

The 8-step accounting cycle: A beginner’s guide

January 19, 2024

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Running a business

10 AI courses for small business owners: From free to premium

November 6, 2024

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Running a business

What small businesses need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)

November 6, 2024

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Running a business

The Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report: What small businesses need to know

November 6, 2024

Running a business

October 28, 2024

Running a business

QuickBooks Live gives business owners confidence and time

September 18, 2024

Running a business

QuickBooks Live helps Wildly Native Flower Farm flourish

September 17, 2024

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Running a business

Ritual Chocolate puts quality first with cacao, QuickBooks, and Mailchimp

September 17, 2024

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Running a business

Certificate of good standing: What it is, do you need one + how to get one

September 7, 2024

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Running a business

Top 7 ways small businesses are using AI for time management

August 10, 2024

QuickBooks plus Finale Inventory gives skincare startup Dermaclara a glow up

Running a business

QuickBooks plus Finale Inventory gives skincare startup Dermaclara a glow up

July 18, 2024

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Running a business

11 Small business networking groups every business owner should join

June 27, 2024

Minky Kim started a business for every body

Running a business

Minky Kim started a business for every body

June 22, 2024

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Running a business

5 tips for hiring inclusively, according to experts

June 22, 2024

Hannah Peterson

Running a business

Hannah Peterson is carving out a safe space

June 7, 2024

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Running a business

Taylor Strope is planning celebrations with pride

June 7, 2024

Kristine Lee Designs

Running a business

Kristine Lee is designing with culture in mind

May 24, 2024

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Running a business

Jill Watanabe is introducing a new spirit to Utah

May 4, 2024

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Running a business

Finding your why

May 3, 2024

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Running a business

Sipha Lam is breaking barriers in her hometown

May 2, 2024

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Running a business

Tired? Burnt out? A small business retreat might be the answer

April 30, 2024

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Running a business

How to handle disappointing customer reviews

April 29, 2024

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Running a business

How QuickBooks Online powers this revolutionary nanotech startup

April 20, 2024

Community building with Ciara Imani May

Running a business

Community building with Ciara Imani May

April 19, 2024

Nicole Nahed is getting stronger every day

Running a business

Nicole Nahed is getting stronger every day

April 13, 2024

Kyle Dubay and Bo Shepherd are building something special

Running a business

Kyle Dubay and Bo Shepherd are building something special

April 12, 2024

Money in and money out: Accounting for payments and invoices

Running a business

Money in and money out: Accounting for payments and invoices

April 5, 2024

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Running a business

Go-to-market strategy template for your next product

March 30, 2024

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Running a business

David Taylor is focused on growth

March 30, 2024

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Running a business

Lateisha Grant is painting her own path

March 26, 2024

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Running a business

Kris Harris is heating up

March 26, 2024

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Accounting basics

Bookkeeping

8 accounting equations every business owner should know

December 9, 2020

Financial statements: What business owners should know

Bookkeeping

Financial statements: What business owners should know

January 19, 2024

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Cash flow

Cash flow guide: Definition, types, how to analyze

March 17, 2023

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Bookkeeping

Accounting ledgers: A beginner’s guide to ledgers

January 11, 2024

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accounting

How to set up a chart of accounts

November 8, 2021

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Bookkeeping

What are accounts receivable?

November 5, 2021

Accounting guides

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Bookkeeping

What is double-entry bookkeeping in accounting? Principles and examples for small businesses

October 29, 2024

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Bookkeeping

Income statement: Definition, preparation, and examples

January 19, 2024

Pay taxes

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taxes

2022 complete list of small-business tax deductions

January 22, 2022

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taxes

What business owners need to know about deferred tax assets and liabilities

October 19, 2021

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taxes

Ultimate guide to small business tax forms, schedules, and resources

January 25, 2024

Manage invoices

payments

How to follow up on past due invoices: Guide & payment reminder email templates

May 24, 2021

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Bookkeeping

Payment terms: What they are and how they can protect your business

January 18, 2024

payments

What is a recurring payment? Tips, types, and info to simplify billing

October 20, 2021

Save money

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expenses

Reduce operating costs with 14 effective and simple tips

January 20, 2022

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Cash flow

What is a cash reserve? A business guide

November 7, 2023

Understanding financial projections and forecasting

Finance

Understanding financial projections and forecasting

January 5, 2022

Build your team

hiring

How to hire employees: 8 steps to simplify the hiring process

October 19, 2021

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manage employees

Small business employee benefits guide for 2024

October 17, 2023

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manage employees

How to fill out a W-4: Guide to easy filing

April 1, 2024

manage employees

How to track employee attendance

June 17, 2021

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Payroll

Employee compensation: A guide for small businesses

December 4, 2023

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manage employees

Workers compensation laws by state: Rules, coverage & benefits

January 29, 2019

Process payroll

Payroll

What is payroll processing? How to process payroll step-by-step

July 8, 2020

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Payroll

How to do payroll in 9 steps in 2022

September 22, 2022

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Payroll

Payroll expenses: A small business guide

May 18, 2023

Manage inventory

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Bookkeeping

Cost of goods sold: How to calculate and record COGS

July 15, 2024

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bookkeeping

Marginal revenue and cost: Differences, calculations, and how-to guide

March 7, 2024

How you can use inventory analysis to optimize your operations

Midsize business

How you can use inventory analysis to optimize your operations

January 6, 2022

Make money

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Midsize business

Net operating profit after tax (NOPAT): Definition, formula, and examples

September 13, 2024

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pricing strategy

How to measure profitability: 3 surefire strategies

August 23, 2023

Midsize business

Profitability ratios: What they are and how to use them

July 15, 2020

Grow your business

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Running a business

Go-to-market strategy template for your next product

March 30, 2024

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Starting a business

How to get a small business loan: Guide & tips

June 17, 2022

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Running a business

How to attract customers: 11 vetted strategies for 2024

October 23, 2023

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