From the 1st to the 15th of each month, our team is scrambling to ensure we get financials out to our clients because we know the sooner we get the data in their hands, the sooner they have data for solid decision-making. I wonder though, how quickly do our clients open the reports once they receive […]
“Know your numbers” is a common phrase when we advise our clients. No one has ever asked me which numbers and why? But I think these are good questions, so I’m going to give you a rundown on the important numbers. Let’s start by getting clear about the purposes your financial statements serve. Just like […]
Congratulations! You have figured out how to sell on Amazon and are now making a little profit. What’s next? How can you scale and grow your profits so you can be confident in this income stream so you can leave your day job or eventually sell your amazon business? Maybe you’re not sure what to […]
by guest blogger, Laura McCaul, Co-founder of Sponsored Profit For many Amazon sellers, Q4 is their most lucrative time of the year. In 2019, Amazon generated total net sales of 87.44 billion U.S. dollars in Q4 alone! If you want to get in on the action this Q4, it’s crucial that you prepare your Amazon […]
We’re now officially in the back half of the year! Do you know how profitable you are? If you have not done an inventory true up yet this year, I challenge you to take that step now before you get into Q4 crazy days. If you have been booking COGS all year, without looking at […]
For the past four weeks now, I’ve been discussing inventory—how to plan for it, how to count it, and how to manage it once you have it. Important basics that all ecommerce sellers must know in order to run their business successfully and profitability. Based on conversations and feedback I’ve received over the years about […]
I recently invited our friend, Taylor Howe at Fiddle.io to share a little about Fiddle, the online platform for managing inventory, sales, sourcing, and manufacturing. Here’s what he had to say about this dynamic program! Why Fiddle? Physical product brands, at their core, need to be excellent at producing incredible products that their customers love. […]
Inventory is EVERYTHING! It is what will generate the cash to make your business hum. Keeping up with it may not be sexy or fun like marketing can be, but it is crucial in order to have a successful ecommerce business. As we work on “renovating” the accounting system for clients, we are often asked to explain the difference between the […]
Inventory is essential for every ecommerce business, serving as its lifeblood. From market research to product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and warehousing, each step incurs costs that need proper accounting. Understanding these inventory-related expenses is vital for your business’s long-term success. Let’s explore and organize the typical costs to ensure accurate accounting. Freight and Shipping – […]
Inventory Lab has been a great partner with bookskeep since 2016. In fact, we just passed our 5-year anniversary mark! They have generously allowed me to write for their newsletter and blog to ensure their customers are “in the know” about financial matters. They have hosted me several times on webinars. We have several clients […]
