Ida Peters

More choice isn’t always better. Indeed, countless studies support the finding that when we have too many options, we often fail to make a decision for fear we’re making the wrong choice. As a small business owner, you face a similar challenge when it comes to choosing your accounting solution. Fret no more! This free […] The post How to Choose the Right Business Accounting Software [Free Checklist] appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

Check out this newly-hatched product update at FreshBooks this April: Easy Access to Manage Your Team Now when you log in to your FreshBooks account, My Team will be accessible from the main navigation menu. With your team information all in one place, you’ll be able to quickly access your team members and manage their […] The post New & Improved in FreshBooks: Navigation Menu appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

Office life has come a long way from clacking typewriters and finicky fax machines. Many entrepreneurs take care of business with little more than a laptop, a smartphone and a printer. But don’t go patting yourself on the back for your frugal and eco-friendly ways just yet. How much paper passes through your office every […] The post Can Your Business *Really* Go Paperless? appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

Does the task of setting your rate make you anxious? Sure, money talk isn’t often the preferred topic of discussion. But the success of your business hinges on your ability to confidently set and communicate your rates. So where do you start? First, understand that there isn’t a “right” or “wrong” answer when determining your […] The post Determine Your Rate & Earn Your Worth [Free eBook] appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

Trevor and his business partner Bryan Bowen wouldn’t say they had dreams of becoming business owners. Instead, it was their shared creative passion for building websites and providing great service that led them to start Media Suite, a Canadian-based web design and development studio, almost 10 years ago. Today, they pride themselves as a “one-stop […] The post Meet Media Suite, a Web Design and Development Studio That Uses Accounting Software to Save Time and Support Their Growing Business appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

You’re already thinking about running your small business in ways that will guarantee it’s healthy on the inside and out! And that puts you on track for success. We know that investing in the best software to run your small business is a big decision. New software means an investment of both time and money. […] The post How to Make the Most of Your Free 30-Day FreshBooks Trial appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

Looking to get more work done in less time so you can increase your income? Try the 50-minute focus technique. As an established writer, I regularly ask myself: What can I do to grow my business? I’ve explored many methods such as cold emailing, scouring job boards, asking for referrals and tapping dormant clients. But […] The post How I Improved My Productivity with the 50-Minute Focus Technique appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

Sometimes, the key to a productive workday is having the right tunes on the queue. So at FreshBooks, we’re going beyond cloud accounting. We’ve curated the best playlists to accompany your workday. And they’re guaranteed to have your head bobbing to the beat and doing the work you truly love. If you’re looking for songs […] The post FreshBooks on Spotify: Tunes for Tax Time appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

It’s important to understand what types of driving the IRS allows employees and those who are self-employed to deduct on their tax return. We’ve compiled the guide below to help you make sure you’re writing off mileage in accordance with the latest IRS rules. Track Your Business Mileage Wondering how to claim mileage on taxes? […] The post How to Claim Mileage on Taxes appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .

Your business is growing so fast that your day-to-day tasks only slow you down. But even while living in the now, we can’t lose track of the future—and how to succeed in it. In this eBook, we’ll go over how to: Weed out the weak…processes that slow you down Find the best tools for automating the troubles […] The post 6 Smart Steps to Future-Proof Your Business [Free eBook] appeared first on FreshBooks Blog - Resources & Advice for Small Business Owners .