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Negotiate your way to savings: How to get the best deal on office phone equipment
Posted by: | CommentsThe telephone was invented in 1876, and the world hasn’t been the same since. While telephone calls have been partially eclipsed by internet contact as the primary mode of communication for most business owners, the phone is still a vital business tool. Think about it- how long could your business survive without phone service? Many business owners put about as much thought into a phone system as they do the paint color on the office walls- a big mistake!
At a time when many business owners are figuring out where to cut costs, renegotiating your phone service costs or switching to a cheaper system, such as VoIP or a hosted service, is one of the easiest ways to save money without sacrificing on services. Switching to a less expensive phone system or negotiating better prices with your current vendor is actually a lot easier than you might think. Here are a few tested tips to get you started…
Tricks for a Stress-free Tax Season
Posted by: | CommentsThose of you who already filed your U.S. corporate tax returns earlier this week are probably breathing a big sigh of relief that tax time is over. For small business owners or entrepreneurs who plan to file as an individual (sole proprietor), you have about three more weeks to get everything in line before the April 15th deadline. According to the official U.S. government website, the average American spends about 25 hours preparing their tax return. The average small business owner spends about half this time- only 12 hours. Inadequate preparation can result in mistakes, which can lead to penalties and fees down the road. Tax season presents a great opportunity to evaluate your year-round preparation strategy. Here are a few tips to make next tax season a little less taxing:
Spring Cleaning Time: 5 Business Organization Tactics that Work
Posted by: | CommentsIt’s that time of year again…rainy days giving way to sunny skies, winter boots traded for open-toed sandals, maybe even glimmers of daylight still visible when you leave the office. The tradition of “Spring Cleaning” no doubt came from a desire to start fresh after being cooped up inside all winter. March 21st is the first day of Spring, the season of new beginnings. Why not take the opportunity to get organized?
