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3 Smarter Accounting Moves To Boost Cash Flow In 2020

I recently shared three smart moves a business owner can take in 2020 to boost cash. Well, you know what? I’m not done— and these moves might be even smarter than the ones before. If you’re running a business, here’s what you can do to increase your cash flow.  Move #4:  Make It Easy For... Read More

Gene Marks
December 16, 2019
6 min read

What Your Employees Wish You Knew About ERP Software Implementation

Open communication: the key to employee satisfaction and productivity when a business is changing its daily operations. That’s why one of the most effective things you can do when attempting to solve roadblocks during periods of change is to keep it simple: ask your employees what they need. Implementing new software forces internal changes like... Read More

Sharon Parker
December 12, 2019
7 min read

You Love Your Legacy System. And It’s Killing Your Business.

You need a new pair of jeans. Your current pair is fraying around the cuffs and has a permanent rectangular impression in the front pocket where your phone fits. It has one visible coffee stain and several more that blend into the indigo. Though others can’t see all the flaws, you know they’re there. Your... Read More

Scott Hammer
December 10, 2019
6 min read

How to Get Employee Onboarding Right

Hiring new employees is a great feeling, full of promise and added value to your company. While your recruiting team may consider it one of the last steps in their process, it’s the first step for everyone else. That’s why employee onboarding is one of the most important things to get right as you bring... Read More

Scott Hammer
November 19, 2019
6 min read

4 Ways A Candidate Portal Helps You Hire

Congratulations, you’ve posted and advertised your next open position. Now you’re ready to sit back and wait for the candidates to roll in. You want the best people for the role, but how can you show that your company is worthy of them? How can you give candidates a streamlined, friendly, and informative application process?... Read More

Scott Hammer
November 13, 2019
5 min read

3 Smart Accounting Moves That Will Boost Your Cash In 2020

Move #1: Stop Monkeying With Your Suppliers Whenever some financial expert advises me to “use your suppliers for financing” I cringe.  Why would anyone do that? Sure, it’s probably easier to extend payments with your suppliers rather than, say, increase your line of credit with your bank.  But your suppliers are your most important partners.... Read More

Gene Marks
November 11, 2019
5 min read