Most psychology experts agree that there are only two primary emotions: love and fear. All positive emotions are derived from love. All negative emotions are derived from fear. For business owners and sales professionals, success starts with making the right choice. Choice 1. Love When we love what we do, everything brings us joy, excitement,…
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Momentum
Momentum in business is the force that enables increasingly stronger and faster success. The key to creating momentum in your business is contained in the word itself: moment-um. How we spend our moments in our business is the key to creating momentum in our business. Your to-do list and your calendar are how we plan…
Read More1099 Reports in QuickBooks Premier
Ask the Accountant… Question: In QB Premier, I am having trouble running the report of vendors that require a 1099. It’s not showing any data. How do I get that report? Answer: There are two steps. The first is to identify a vendor as 1099 eligible. For each vendor that is 1099 eligible, in QB…
Read MoreBeat the Competition with Sports and Outdoor Products
For those tailgates, kids’ soccer games, or watch parties, people are going to need coolers, reusable water bottles, pennants — the list goes on. This is where promotional product distributors can jump in.
Read MoreA Guide to Maximizing Social Media Reach in Promo
Social media use is no longer optional in business. You need to be proficient in multiple platforms to get the word out. And it’s OK if you feel a little lost at first. Think of each social network as a different tool in your toolbox.
Read MoreBeware False QuickBooks Helpers
Ask the Accountant… Question: I needed help with my QuickBooks. I googled and found a number, but they didn’t help and tried to sell me a different QuickBooks program. Why? Answer: You should never google to find a way to contact QuickBooks. You will likely not find QB/Intuit, but the person on the other end…
Read MoreMergers and Acquisitions: The Ins and Outs of Buying and Selling in a Consolidating Industry
Technology has changed the way we talk to each other. In the near future, married couples will tell their kids how they met: On a dating app where they each swiped in the same direction. The rest is history. Aside from the technological aspect of it, though, dating hasn’t changed for most of history. You…
Read MoreThe One-Stop Shop: Find a Supplier Who Meets Every Need by Stocking the Latest Trends
How do decorators ensure they are stocked up on everything from basic T-shirts to hats and more? And how do they make sure they’re staying on top of current trends? They work with suppliers, like Delta Apparel, to make sure everything from Ts in every size and color to hats and bags are always ordered, on-hand, and ready to go.
Read MoreWhich QuickBooks Online Product Is Right for You?
Ask the Accountant… Question: Which QuickBooks Online product is right for me? Answer: If you have read my blogs, you know that I am not a big fan of QBO (QuickBooks Online) for an ad specialty distributor. However, there are some circumstances where QBO is the better choice, such as when you are using an…
Read MoreEmbrace Digital Embellishments to Tap Into the Printing Enhancement Opportunity
There is an opportunity in the print market for digital embellishments. It’s a matter of figuring out where to find the opportunity and how to take hold of it, along with understanding the challenges.
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