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The MATAX blog: ops and accounting insights for founders
Actionable advice, operational playbooks, and strategic deep dives to help you scale your business without the chaos.
Efficient business systems really pay off
Transform your business with efficient systems for success. Learn how good record-keeping, planning, and cash flow forecasting can help your business thrive.
Changing your business model
Your current business model is the way your business earns money. A change in your business model can bring substantially more income – sometimes for less work and lower overhead costs.
How cash flow forecasts can help you
Managing cash flow is a vital part of running a successful business. Some business owners think managing cash flow simply means keeping track of how much money enters and leaves their business, but there’s actually more that goes into it.
Beyond COVID-19 – How to build value in your business
Learn post-COVID-19 strategies to enhance business value: stability, customer base, cash flows, marketing, financial control, systems, and brand growth.
Battling Through COVID-19: Finance Tips for Business Survival
We’ve heard this before: the COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented global health and financial crisis that has caught many off guard. While the threats to human life are very real, the damage to the health of businesses is really just starting to show.
How to build a cash war chest when money is tight
Your “war chest” is the financial reserve your business has built up so you can take advantage of an opportunity or cover unexpected costs or emergencies.
Opening the books - should you share your business' financial performance with employees?
There are two schools of thought when it comes to “open book management” – the decision to increase transparency by sharing your company’s financials with your employees.
Why hiring a bookkeeper is a great investment
Discover why hiring a bookkeeper is a smart investment for small businesses. Save time, prevent errors, get expert financial advice, and ensure you get paid.
Three classic business mistakes and how to avoid them
Learn how to avoid three classic business mistakes that can hinder your success as an entrepreneur. Get expert tips to thrive in running your own business.
The common time waster that stops your business from growing
Don't let bookkeeping hold back your business growth. Discover the impact of DIY bookkeeping on your company's success and why hiring a bookkeeper is essential.
Here's why you should be using two factor authentication
Increase your company's data security with Two Factor Authentication (2FA). Learn how it works and why it's essential for protecting your digital data.
Separating Personal and Business Expenses
Separate your personal and business expenses with ease. Learn why keeping them apart is crucial for simplifying paperwork, taxes, and financial management.
D to the Power of 4 - Four Steps to Better Time Management
Time management skills are increasingly important in a world where people seem to rush headlong from one crisis to another. Add in the effect of social media and addictive computer games that can be accessed from anywhere at any time and it's no wonder that some people struggle to fit everything into their days.
Five Best Selling Books on Business and Money
Discover the top five best-selling books on business and money currently on Amazon's list. Learn from experts and sharpen your skills with invaluable advice.
Three ways to speed up invoicing
Everyone likes making money, especially small business owners. Invoicing, however, is typically one of the tasks that small business owners like the least.
Mastering Email Management for Maximum Productivity
Master email management for productivity. Keep employees focused by setting guidelines, limiting attention residue, and finding effective communication methods.
Transform Resolutions into Action with SMART Goals
Transform resolutions into action with SMART goals. Set Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely goals for success. Start planning today!
How to set your small business payment terms
Learn how to set payment terms for your small business to ensure healthy cash flow. Discover strategies for invoicing, following up on late payments, and more.
Why Bookkeeping is Crucial to Your Success
Learn why effective bookkeeping is crucial for small business success. Track expenses, plan for the future, and prepare for tax season with these tips.
4 questions you should ask your accountant
Ideally, you and your accountant are more than just “adviser” and “client”.
With your combined skills, expertise, and shared mission to support a thriving business, you’re more like strategic partners.
The key to achieving success in any partnership is, of course, strong communication. At your next meeting, be sure to ask your accountant these four important questions.