In a recent report from CB Insights they aggregated data from myriad startups over the years to determine why they fail. Boiling it down to the top 20 reasons startups fail, 2 are the result of pivoting. Either failure to pivot or a pivot gone awry. A pivot entails altering the direction of your
Make Sure Your Business Is Solving A Market Problem
The number one reason businesses fail is due to them not solving a market problem. CB Insights conducted research based on 101 small businesses and found that 42% of small businesses fail due to no market need. Consumers of different goods and services will always have problems, which will always
Tackling Payroll As A Small Business
Dealing with anything that involves payment can be quite tricky and delicate at times. Small business owners, however, often have no choice but to do so all by themselves. That's because they often have to juggle many tasks at the same exact time. If you're at the helm of a small business that wants
What Accounting Software Do CPAs Use?
As a small business owner, the accounting software you use may directly impact your productivity. Given its importance, it is always a good idea to factor in what software CPAs use when selecting one for your company. But since the types of business that CPAs handle and the needs of clients they
Will Automation Kill The CPA? In A Word: No.
Automation is a huge topic in the world nowadays. It's going to be affecting so many fields and industries for years and decades to come. Automation is going to pave the way of the future. Many people understandably fear that it may make many jobs obsolete. However, CPAs can breathe a sigh of relief
Cornerstone Deductions You Can Make While Renovating
As a homeowner there will eventually be a time when you may need to upgrade the home in order to increase its value. This is important if you plan on selling the home and are looking to live in a house that is more modern. Fortunately for homeowners there are many ways in which you can benefit
Tis The Season… To Consider Investment Gifts For Your Loved Ones
It's a festive season in trying times, and you may be wondering, what the best gift to give to your loved ones? A holiday sweater, a car, the latest smartphone available or a computer? All these seem like quite good gifts. However, what about actually getting your loved one a gift that has the
Bitcoin 101: Cryptocurrency And The Global Market
Here's a question on every financial advisor's mind: should cryptocurrency enter the global assets market? According to Larry Fink of Blackrock, bitcoin has caught all stakeholders' attention and, currently, there's a very high probability of cryptocurrency entering the global market. For those who