America’s SBDC Blog

A “Forbes 100 Best Websites for Entrepreneurs”

Big financial mistakes and how to avoid them

April 23, 2024

By Barbara Nuss, CPA
Profit Soup

What must you get right to be financially successful? At Profit Soup, we LOVE numbers. You probably expect us to say something like this:

“To avoid financial problems, study your numbers.”

Academically, it’s a sound approach. Realistically, you cannot build a profitable, sustainable enterprise without a skilled and passionate team living out a selling culture with efficient operations.

Financial statements and KPIs represent the voice of your business, giving you feedback on how well the team is managing the important business functions. Having a sound, regular financial review routine is an important function of a profitable enterprise. It points you to problem areas you need to investigate, such as rising costs and timely price adjustments.

Continue reading

 


Have You Filed Your BOI Report Yet? For Most SBDC Members, It’s Required in 2024 for Ongoing Compliance

April 10, 2024

By Frank Tumminello

If your company was formed or is operating within the United States, it’s most likely one of the more than 33 million entities required to submit a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report in 2024.

If this is news to you, you aren’t alone. The U.S. Department of Treasury hasn’t exactly done a great job of educating the small business community about the new requirements, and the guidance that is available is muddled with government jargon.

We’ve got you covered, though. Keep reading for a simpler explanation of BOI reporting requirements.

Continue reading

 


Embrace the Digital Future: Future-Proofing Your Small Business by Being Cyber-Safe

March 20, 2024

By Jacob Blacksten, America’s SBDC Cybersecurity Taskforce

This SBDC Day, the spotlight is on the importance of cybersecurity in the digital transformation journey of small businesses (SMBs). As SMBs navigate the complexities of the digital world, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. The recent emphasis on digital transformation has brought about unprecedented opportunities for growth, innovation, and efficiency. However, it has also introduced a myriad of cybersecurity challenges that can jeopardize the very essence of a business.

Continue reading