Turn Your Annual Operating Plan into a Budget

Turn Your Annual Operating Plan into a Budget

by JoAnne Berg

originally published by American Express OPEN Forum on February 18, 2011

If you are like many entrepreneurs, budgeting is an annual exercise that you may prefer to do without. However, your budget is a powerful tool for ensuring the success of your business, so it’s worth the time . . . → Read More: Turn Your Annual Operating Plan into a Budget

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The Language of Accounting

The Language of Accounting

By JoAnne Berg

Originally published on OPEN Forum on February 14, 2011

Did you ever look at a set of financial statements and wonder what it all meant? Would you like to know how to get more value out of the information?

You’re not alone. Many business owners find that learning to read, truly understand, and . . . → Read More: The Language of Accounting

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Who Should Handle Your Business Finances?

Who Should Handle Your Business Finances?

By JoAnne Berg

Originally published by American Express OPEN Forum

Every business has a Chief Financial Officer — the person who has overall responsibility for the financial management of the company. In your business, that person might be you!

In a new business, it is not uncommon for the owner to take on all . . . → Read More: Who Should Handle Your Business Finances?

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6 Common Money Mistakes Small Business Owners Make

6 Common Money Mistakes Small Business Owners Make

by JoAnne Berg

Jan 06, 2011 -

We’ve all known businesses that appear to be doing well, but end up going out of business because they’ve made major mistakes in pricing, cost control or financial management. Here are some of the areas where these problems arise and some suggestions for how . . . → Read More: 6 Common Money Mistakes Small Business Owners Make

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Why Your Business Owes Taxes When It Didn’t Generate Cash

Why Your Business Owes Taxes When It Didn’t Generate Cash

By JoAnne Berg

Your business has several silent partners: Uncle Sam and his state and local cousins. Many of the decisions you make on a daily

basis will impact their take, so it’s wise to be at least somewhat familiar with the tax laws when you run your own . . . → Read More: Why Your Business Owes Taxes When It Didn’t Generate Cash

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How NOT to Run Your Family Business

How NOT to Run Your Family Business

This article by JoAnne was published on July 13th, 2010 by American Express Open Forum.

Jul 13, 2010 -

Family businesses are a staple of our economy, so they’re with us to stay.  We need them to be successful, especially now, when economic growth is critical.

What is a “family business”?

A one-owner company . . . → Read More: How NOT to Run Your Family Business

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