Category: Insights

Finding Small Business Startup Capital

Finding Small Business Startup Capital

Is a small business startup in your future for 2026? If so, you have a wide range of funding options, combining traditional methods with newer, tech-driven approaches.

Starting a Business in 2026: Big Ideas in Uncertain Times

Starting a Business in 2026: Big Ideas in Uncertain Times

Starting a business isn’t for the faint of heart. Entrepreneurs are, by definition, bold. If you’re on the verge of starting your own enterprise in 2026, count yourself among the very bold, indeed.

November Novelties

November Novelties

Take a short break from pumpkin-spiced lattes and raking leaves, and let’s get warmed up with some November trivia!

The Healing Power of Gratitude: How a Thankful Heart Boosts Your Health

The Healing Power of Gratitude: How a Thankful Heart Boosts Your Health

This is the time of year when our thoughts collectively turn to thanksgiving (the holiday and the state of mind). But maintaining an attitude of gratitude should be a year-round habit.

Launch Smart, Grow Smart

Launch Smart, Grow Smart

Getting your small business off the ground? A strong launch sets the tone for your business’s future, building fledgling relationships with early customers, establishing financial momentum, and earning credibility with lenders and future strategic partners.

The Art of Hygge: Finding Comfort and Joy in Everyday Moments

The Art of Hygge: Finding Comfort and Joy in Everyday Moments

When winter days grow short and the world feels a little too fast, the Danish concept of hygge (pronounced “HYOO-gah”) offers a gentle reminder: Happiness often hides in simplicity.

10 Cybersecurity Must-Dos for Small Businesses

10 Cybersecurity Must-Dos for Small Businesses

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month—the perfect time to give your business a digital checkup. A few simple habits can make a huge difference.

What’s Your Big Idea?

What’s Your Big Idea?

One of the most important foundations for entrepreneurial success is building a business aligned with your skills and personal passion. When your interests and talents intersect with a viable business idea, you’ll find motivation to sustain you through the inevitable ups and downs.

National Cybersecurity Month: Practical Protection for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses

National Cybersecurity Month: Practical Protection for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses

Every October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds us that digital safety is no longer optional. With thoughtful planning, consistent staff training, and a disaster recovery strategy, even the leanest organizations can build strong defenses.

Scary Truths About Hidden Costs

Scary Truths About Hidden Costs

Running a small business is rewarding, exciting, and, of course, often overwhelming. But sometimes, the scariest threats aren’t competitors or economic downturn; they’re the hidden costs lurking in your books.

A Toast to International Coffee Day

A Toast to International Coffee Day

International Coffee Day, celebrated every year on October 1, is a glorious global tribute to one of humanity’s most cherished beverages and the rich traditions that surround it. Officially established in 2015 by the International Coffee Organization, the day not only honors the love of coffee but also raises awareness about the entire coffee journey.

Spooky Cinema!

Spooky Cinema!

It’s the time of year when we think about things that go bump in the night. Test your A-lister aptitude by identifying the most notorious dramatis personae in the motion picture horror genre—we dare you!

School’s In Session

School’s In Session

Sound the bell—we’ve got a pop quiz to test your knowledge about back-to-school traditions around the world.

Savor September: Celebrating the Season’s Harvest

Savor September: Celebrating the Season’s Harvest

Bid adieu to summer, September is here, and with it comes a change in fare at local markets.

Planning To Win

Planning To Win

How smart businesses use strategic planning to stay ahead.

Trade and Tariff Updates: How Business Leaders Are Navigating the Latest Changes

Trade and Tariff Updates: How Business Leaders Are Navigating the Latest Changes

In August 2025, President Donald Trump launched a sweeping expansion of tariffs aimed at rebalancing the trade deficit and boosting U.S. manufacturing.

Fall Tax Deadlines: What You Need To Know

Fall Tax Deadlines: What You Need To Know

There’s something timely in the air, and no, we’re not talking about pumpkin spice—it’s fall tax deadlines. While many associate April with taxes, the fall months come with their own set of important deadlines that individuals and businesses can’t afford to overlook.

Quarterly Financial Reporting: Keeping Score and Adjusting Your Game Plan

Quarterly Financial Reporting: Keeping Score and Adjusting Your Game Plan

Fall is here, and that marks the return of football, a game we admire not just because we love the strategy and action, but because, as financial professionals, any game where play is divided into quarters strikes a chord with us! Yes, we’re converging on the end of a fiscal quarter, and it’s time to look at the monetary scoreboard to see how your business’s game plan is panning out.

Back-to-School Financial Tips for Families

Back-to-School Financial Tips for Families

Summer is winding down, and that means parents everywhere are bracing for the annual ritual of back-to-school spending. From supplies and school fees to extracurricular activities, costs can add up quickly and stress family budgets. But with careful planning—and by taking advantage of available tax benefits—families can ease the financial impact of the new academic year.

Accounting Tips for Seasonal or Summer-Based Businesses

Accounting Tips for Seasonal or Summer-Based Businesses

Seasonal and summer-based businesses—whether beachside ice cream stands, landscaping companies, outdoor adventure operators, or summer camps—face unique accounting challenges. Income and expenses are concentrated in a few peak months, requiring savvy financial planning to avoid off-season hardships and seize opportunities for growth.

America’s Greatest Golf Destinations for Late Summer and Fall

America’s Greatest Golf Destinations for Late Summer and Fall

There’s magic on the links as summer fades and autumn’s hues begin to highlight the breathtaking landscapes of America’s great golf courses. These courses promise unforgettable rounds during this seasonal sweet spot.

The Art of the Project: How To Be an Expert Project Manager

The Art of the Project: How To Be an Expert Project Manager

Project management is more than just ticking boxes on a checklist or updating Gantt charts. It’s the art of turning ideas into reality—on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of all stakeholders.

Time for a Tech Upgrade?

Time for a Tech Upgrade?

Staying current with technology is essential for the life of your business, from customer experience to data security.

Hero or Zero? Test Your Sandwich Smarts!

Hero or Zero? Test Your Sandwich Smarts!

It’s National Sandwich Month! We salute the sumptuous staple of cuisines the world over with this sweet stack of brain appetizers, revealing whether your sandwich smarts make you a hero or a zero. Bon appétit!