Resources for solopreneurs

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Self-employed

Navigating self-employed health insurance: Types, costs & tips

October 16, 2023

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Running a business

How to run a business: 16 solopreneur tips for 2024

October 18, 2023

Start your business

How to start a business: A practical 22-step guide to success

Starting a business

The only 22 steps to starting a business you'll need in 2023

June 30, 2023

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Starting a business

How to write a value proposition: 8 examples + free template

May 23, 2023

Starting a business

How to write a business plan in 10 steps + free template

February 1, 2023

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Starting a business

15 elevator pitch examples: How to write your business pitch

May 31, 2023

Invoicing

What is an invoice? Guide, examples, and what to include

January 25, 2021

Starting a business

How to register a business: 6 steps you need to take

January 8, 2022

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Starting a business

How to get the right permits and licenses for your business

January 13, 2022

Starting a business

How to come up with a business name: 19 tips for small businesses

December 12, 2022

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manage employees

12 online business courses for 2023 (shortest to longest)

July 19, 2023

"Downloading the app and setting up my QuickBooks Money account was pretty seamless. The onboarding prompts were super straightforward and allowed me to get started immediately."

Chris Santos, DJ Flow,
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Run your business

taxes

How to file small business taxes: An SMB’s guide for 2023

March 8, 2023

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Running a business

62 financial terms you should know when starting a business in 2023

August 17, 2023

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taxes

What is a 1099? Types, details, and how to pay contractors

October 30, 2023

taxes

17 self-employed tax deductions to lower your tax bill in 2023

June 16, 2023

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taxes

Small business tax preparation checklist 2023: 6 steps business owners should know

February 6, 2023

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Bookkeeping

The 8-step accounting cycle: A 2023 beginner’s guide

June 21, 2023

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Running a business

What is a credit crunch? How it happens and how to prepare in 2023

June 27, 2023

Cash flow

7 cash flow problems (and solutions) for small businesses in 2023

September 12, 2023

taxes

Internet sales tax: Definition, types, and examples

January 24, 2022

Grow your business

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Growing a business

18 tips to improve your small business website

January 25, 2022

funding

Small business grants: 20+ grants and resources to fund your future without debt

April 21, 2021

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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

Peak season selling strategies: The small business survival guide

August 10, 2023

payments

How to accept credit card payments

November 15, 2023

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pricing strategy

14 pricing strategies to try in 2023 + how to pick one

August 24, 2023

Resources for your industry

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Starting a business

How to start a consulting business: An 8-step guide for 2023

August 5, 2023

accounting

Health care accounting: A beginner’s guide for 2023

June 7, 2023

accounting

Introduction to construction accounting (for busy contractors)

February 27, 2023

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Starting a business

How to start a restaurant in 11 steps

September 25, 2023

Starting a business

Complete guide: How to start a health care business

March 16, 2021

Productivity

Everything you need to know when you manage multiple construction projects

October 8, 2022

Women-owned business resources

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Small Business Data

Women’s History Month survey: Cash flow challenges hitting women-owned businesses harder

March 1, 2023

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Inspiration

Find your community: A resource guide for women entrepreneurs and business owners

March 3, 2023

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Running a business

How to get funding for a business: 13 vetted ways for 2024

October 21, 2023

Black-owned business resources

Black History Month legacy and community.

Small Business Data

Black History Month survey: Legacy and community prevail against social and economic inequalities

February 1, 2023

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Running a business

Issa Rae: Small acts of courage lead to bigger business success

February 2, 2023

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Starting a business

From $0 to $250,000: 5 Black small business owners share how much it really cost to start their business

February 15, 2023

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Good for the planet, good for business

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Green

How to develop an impactful small business sustainability plan in 5 steps [free template]

April 6, 2023

Trends

14 Sustainable business practices to future-proof your company’s ESG efforts

February 3, 2023

Green

What is a green business? 13 ways to go green and save

February 8, 2023

Solopreneur insights — what you need to know

Small Business Data

New Business Insights: Side-hustle surge predicted in 2023

December 14, 2022

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Small Business Data

Small Business Insights: Small business vitality today

May 2, 2023

Future-proof your business with AI

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Running a business

Artificial intelligence (AI) for small business: 8 ways to use artificial intelligence as a business owner

October 31, 2023

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Small Business Data

AI Survey: Small businesses are embracing artificial intelligence

September 14, 2023

Innovation

Introducing Intuit Assist for QuickBooks, a trusted business assistant by your side

September 7, 2023

Listen to Mind the Business on iHeartRadio

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Running a business

Mind the Business: Small Business Success Stories — an all-new podcast from QuickBooks and iHeart. Listen now!

April 14, 2023

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Running a business

Digital marketing: 3 tips to successfully market your small business online

April 14, 2023

Mind the Business Episode 1: How to raise capital and find funding

Running a business

Beyond self-funding: 3 pointers on raising funds for your new business

March 30, 2023

Spread the word — marketing that works

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Running a business

How to attract customers: 11 vetted strategies for 2024

October 23, 2023

Starting a business

How to build a brand: A beginner’s guide to building your brand story

October 17, 2023

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Starting a business

How to create a website for my business: 8 steps and tips

February 2, 2022

Free tools for your business

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Business plan template

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Solopreneur success stories

Running a business

Daej Hamilton is building her business with passion

March 17, 2022

Running a business

QuickBooks Money helps entrepreneur DJ Flow find his rhythm

September 18, 2023

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