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The Facebook Business Page: A Hidden Gem for Business Growth
For many of us, social media for business always meant one thing: LinkedIn. I was in the same boat, until recently – when I discovered the Facebook business page. As you may know, we recently launched our own SBS Facebook Business Page. Some of you have already...
6 Tips to Being a Better Leader, Person and Small Business Owner
As you know, running a business is anything but easy, and success doesn’t happen overnight. Whether it’s building and training your team, networking with peers and prospects, or managing the day-to-day grind and back office work, you’re constantly pulled in a million...
New QuickBooks Online Features: QuickBooks Invoicing for Gmail and Enhanced Reports
You’ve probably heard me say it before, but Intuit is constantly looking to improve your experience, and get you the tools you need to reach your potential and grow your business. Their latest wave of new features includes QuickBooks Invoicing for Gmail and new...
Entertainment Write-Off Going Away? 4 Ways to Show Your Customers Some Love
The days of taking customers to a sporting event or concert, and enjoying the tax benefits of keeping employees on premises for meals, took a turn with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Keep in mind these changes do not affect tax filings for 2017; they begin with...
Our 5 Favorite Apps for Tax Season
As tax season kicks into full gear, our time – and running our businesses – becomes that much more important. But, don’t worry because Sound Business Services (SBS) is here to help you with both! With the power of QuickBooks Online (QBO), the flexibility of the cloud...
SBS Client Profile: Tal Baum of Bellina Alimentari
Welcome to another Sound Business Services’ (SBS) client profile. We recently interviewed Tal Baum, owner of Bellina Alimentari in Atlanta, Ga. Here is what she had to say about the driving force behind the company, what sets it apart and what she gets out of the SBS...
New QuickBooks Online Features: 24-Hour Direct Deposit, QuickBooks Capital and 1099 Contractor Convenience
As you may know, Intuit is always looking to enhance your experience – and your business – through the power of QuickBooks Online (QBO). And, by being in the cloud, you’ll never have to upgrade or load in a new version of QBO. Here are some of the latest features:...
Make 2018 Great With These New Year’s Resolutions
Happy New Year! As we settle back into our businesses from the holidays – hopefully feeling relaxed and rejuvenated – it’s time to shift to 2018 and making this our best year ever. That means taking the good from 2017 and building upon it, as well as learning from the...
End-of-Year Bookkeeping Tips for 2017
With the holiday just a few days away, we daydream about our favorite carols, and even a bright and shiny tree adorned with presents. We also think about the true meaning of Christmas. Although focusing on your business may not be top of mind, December is actually a...
The Power of QuickBooks Online – Now at a BIG Discount
Believe me, I know change is hard. It makes us go out of our comfort zone, hoping that a leap of faith will yield greater results. And, when it’s a business change, it can be very scary. When it comes to keeping up with technology, meeting customer demands and...