Since the launch of Mike Michalowicz’ book, Fix This Next, I have used the diagnostic tool in the book to help me analyze and continually work on my business. The tool is a great resource for fixing problems, but it can also help you prepare for them so the impact is less when new problems […]
I frequently hear discussion of debt in business, with arguments coming from both sides. While I do agree that debt can have its place in growing your business, it’s important to consider all the facts first. As we are potentially looking at a recession in the future, which could leave you tempted to take out […]
Talk of recession seems to be taking over the ecommerce circuit even more as of late. Everyone is buckling down, trying to figure out how they can come out on the other side if the recession does hit. The best thing to do is plan, not panic, and the best way to plan is to […]
As an ecommerce business owner, you probably spend a lot of time on your computer (I know I do). So, what is your tech stack and is it working for you? At bookskeep, we are experts on the software and accounting systems that you need to keep a business running smoothly, and we want to […]
If you’ve been around for even a couple of weeks, you know that we are all about Profit First here at bookskeep. I personally use it in my business and even wrote the book on Profit First for Ecommerce Sellers. It will always be my favorite recommendation to make, but there are times when even […]
Most often, the first hire you should make is an assistant. A great assistant will make your life so much easier. Believe me, I know. My first assistant was with me before my business even started. She worked with my husband when they both had corporate jobs. After she formed her virtual assistant business, she […]
The typical argument I hear from my clients is that their business has to have debt to achieve growth. I understand where they’re coming from, but there are factors that need to be considered because not all debt (or growth) is created equal. You need to understand a few critical components of both debt and […]
The thought of recession looms over us all this year, but instead of sitting around worrying, why don’t we take action now? Let’s not wait to do the cleanup after the storm has wreaked havoc on our business. Instead, let’s reinforce the windows and stock up on what we need to help us weather the […]
I’ve recently had three different conversations that all brought up a critical component to business ownership. Bear with me as I recap them for you, I promise it will make sense in the end. Losing $85,000 The first conversation took place during my open office hours. A client joined and we talked about her busy […]
Sticking with the chaos that the last few years have brought, we have entered 2023 and the possibility of recession that it brings. In 2021, Mike Michalowicz referred to it as Progression at ProfitCon. His thoughts are that life is going to be what we decided to see it as. If you’re worried about recession […]
