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The Attorney Who Waited Too Long: A Cautionary Tale of Bookkeeping and Burnout
Let us introduce you to Rachel . She’s not real—but oh boy, her story might feel real if you’ve ever run a small business. Rachel owns a...
May 143 min read


The Switch That Changes Everything: Why Now Is the Time to Upgrade Your Bookkeeping
Let’s be honest—switching bookkeepers sounds about as fun as organizing a junk drawer. It’s one of those tasks business owners tend to...
May 133 min read


When Silence Isn’t Golden: How Amy Finally Fixed Her Bookkeeping Nightmare
Amy doesn’t exist—but her story is all too real. Amy runs Thrive Design Studio, a bustling service-based graphic design company located...
May 83 min read


The Hiring Headache That Led Jake to Rethink His Bookkeeping (And What He Did Instead)
Let me tell you about Jake. Like Gary before him, Jake is fictional—but his story is a blend of very real experiences I’ve seen over and...
May 73 min read


When Gary Fired His Bookkeeper (And What He Learned the Hard Way)
Let me introduce you to Gary. Gary isn’t real—he’s a fictional business owner, but his story is based on the very real experiences of...
May 63 min read


How to Spot a Great Bookkeeping Service (Before You Regret Hiring the Wrong One)
Hiring a bookkeeping service is one of the smartest moves a business owner can make. But let’s be honest—it can also be one of the...
May 14 min read


Tired of Bookkeeping Headaches? Here's What Great Bookkeepers Actually Do (And Why It Matters)
Let’s face it—bookkeeping doesn’t exactly top the list of glamorous business tasks. It’s not as fun as landing new clients, building your...
Apr 304 min read


Choosing Between QuickBooks and Xero: One Bozeman Business Owner’s Not-So-Quick Decision
Starting a landscaping company in Bozeman, Montana was the easy part. I love the outdoors, I’ve got a good eye for symmetry in a flower...
Apr 294 min read


Why I Gave Up DIY Bookkeeping (And My Landscaping Business Is Better for It)
Hi, I’m a small business owner based right here in Bozeman, Montana. I run a growing landscaping company, and like most entrepreneurs, I...
Apr 233 min read


Is Your Bookkeeper Actually Helping Your Business—Or Just Ghosting You With Excel?
You run a $400k cleaning business. You've got a crew out buffing floors, vacuuming office spaces, scrubbing residential showers like...
Apr 223 min read


Tyler’s Story: How a Bozeman Cleaning Business Owner Finally Got His Bookkeeping Under Control
Running a growing business is a lot like keeping a house clean—just when you think you’ve got it all under control, someone spills...
Apr 174 min read


Why Your Cleaning Business Needs Spotless Books (Because Messy Finances Aren’t Cute)
If you run a home cleaning service, your business is literally about keeping things neat and tidy. You know the drill—dust bunnies? Gone....
Apr 164 min read


Why Landscaping Companies Should Stop Waiting Forever to Get Paid (And How to Fix It)
If you own a landscaping company, you already know what it feels like to finish a job, send the invoice, and then... wait. And wait. And...
Apr 154 min read


Why Your Landscaping Business Needs an Online Payment Portal (Seriously, It's a Game-Changer)
Let’s talk about something super exciting… invoicing! Just kidding. We know it’s not thrilling. But you know what is thrilling? Getting...
Apr 94 min read


Why Every Landscaping Company Needs Professional Bookkeeping (Yes, Even Yours)
Let’s be honest—when you started your landscaping business, it probably wasn’t because you couldn’t wait to balance spreadsheets or...
Apr 84 min read


Simplify and Strengthen Your Business: Why Receipt Management Software + Virtual Credit Cards Are a Game-Changer
Running a business means juggling a million little details—from staying on top of projects to keeping customers happy and, of course,...
Apr 34 min read


DIY Bookkeeping vs. Hiring QuickBooks Certified Professionals: Which Is Best for Your Business?
As a Bozeman business owner, you've probably faced the decision of whether to handle your own bookkeeping or hire professionals. It's a...
Apr 23 min read


Why Your Bookkeeper Should Be Using Gusto for Payroll (Especially If You’re a Small Business in Bozeman)
Let’s face it: payroll isn’t exactly the glamorous side of running a small business. It’s not what gets you up in the morning (unless...
Apr 15 min read


The Top 5 Bookkeeping Mistakes That Could Be Costing Your Business Money
Let’s face it: bookkeeping probably isn’t your favorite part of running a business. Unless, of course, you’re one of us number-loving...
Mar 274 min read


7 Warning Signs You've Outgrown DIY Bookkeeping: When It's Time to Call the Professionals
As a business owner, wearing multiple hats is part of the entrepreneurial journey. From marketing to sales to product development, you're...
Mar 263 min read
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