Tax Strategies & Preparation Articles

R&R: Rest and Recover from another Chaotic Tax Season

uacblogger — Wed, 27 May 2009 08:00:50 +0000

Tax season is over, but you may still be waiting to recover from the stress and anxiety associated with that hectic time. In order to be your best professional self, sometimes you have to hit the reset bottom. Here are three things you can do to strengthen your focus and rejuvenate your efforts: Move From January first [...]

Navigating through Uncertainty

uacblogger — Wed, 20 May 2009 08:00:57 +0000

It can be difficult to plan during a recession when uncertainty is often the only predictable factor. So what do you do? Bnet, a professional website offering business advice, suggests a framework for Discovery-Driven Planning, developed by Wharton professor Ian MacMillan and Columbia Business School professor Rita Gunther McGrath. Their six-step process is intended to [...]

The Best Business Advice

uacblogger — Wed, 13 May 2009 08:00:41 +0000

Move Forward Fearlessly There are many who have dreamed of starting or expanding their own businesses. Some are waiting for the perfect time. Others may expect a guarantee of success or a low-risk opportunity. And others still may simply be waiting to build up the nerve to move forward. The majority of these tentative people are [...]

9 Startup Mistakes to Avoid (Part Two of a Two-Part Series)

uacblogger — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:00:00 +0000

Everyone makes mistakes, but there are some mistakes we can avoid by taking a few cautionary measures. Starting a new business is hard enough; it’s best to do all you can to avoid any more obstacles than necessary. Last week we shared 4 of 9 common startup mistakes to help you better prepare to [...]

9 Startup Mistakes to Avoid (Part One of a Two-Part Series)

uacblogger — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:00:04 +0000

Have you been thinking about launching your part-time tax practice into a full-time venture? Don’t let the recession intimidate you. For many, this economic downturn presents the perfect opportunity to inject their businesses into a depressed market and experience a strong showing as a result. While startup mistakes are common, and expected, you can take [...]

Learning from Exemplary Entrepreneurs

uacblogger — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:00:25 +0000

There are countless entrepreneurs who have paved the way to success with fortitude and perseverance. In this article we examine a handful of great minds whose journey to success may provide a good example for others, like you, to follow. Bill Gates “As we look ahead into the next century, leaders will be those who empower [...]

The Recession = Your Wakeup Call?

uacblogger — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:00:54 +0000

On the reader board for a local beauty salon it reads, “We refuse to participate in a recession.” Such an attitude inspires interest and confidence in such a business. Too many small business owners had allowed the stable economy to lure them into complacency. Were you one of them? The recession, however, is delivering many [...]

Outlast the Recession

uacblogger — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:00:45 +0000

5 Big Mistakes to Avoid The recession is making everyone nervous, especially small business owners. And as a result, many are taking a cautionary approach to business management, which, in the end, will threaten their ability to outlast the recession. If you’re interested in gaining momentum in these difficult times, you’ll be sure to avoid [...]

Dominating in a Recessive Market

uacblogger — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:00:37 +0000

Now, more than ever, you need your business to stand out. People are being more selective when looking for financial professionals who can meet their every need, conveniently and for a reasonable fee. Many, especially small business owners, are interested in a tax preparer who can also manage their accounting needs. Small-business accountants who [...]