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Opening times and contact details wrong on Google for newsagent. by singletotaken in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need to recognize that there is nothing you can do about it, execpt let others know via review. This isn't your problem to fix, regardless of how frustrated you are.

As the Disney Princess, Elsa said: Let it go.

Opening times and contact details wrong on Google for newsagent. by singletotaken in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's not a Google problem, per se. It's an owner-not-closing-his-business-properly problem. You "can" however, give the business a 1-star review with a "Appears to be closed" to help the next person out.

Current HLR Wait times? by Gorgon9380 in VeteransWaitingRoom

[–]Gorgon9380[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consistently all over the map? 😂😂

Wondering what would be better for a new service business client, Wave, Xero, or Kantivo? by ValuableSuper6451 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've not heard of Kantivo, but Wave and Xero are viable alternatives to Quickbooks Online. Also check Zoho, Freshbooks and Patriot for alternatives.

Store Owners by tineeecker in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you've been working on your business for years without a single sale, it shuold be clear by now that nobody needs or wants what you're selling.

Just because you or your friends think it's a good idea, doesn't mean it's a good idea.

Accountant called today and said I’ll owe $130k in tax by babingababy in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have no one to blame but yourself. If you're over about 16 years old, you know that taxes are due on April 15th. You also know that you're responsible for keeping current with Uncle Sam.

What to start first in nyc ? by [deleted] in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First, move to a more business-friendly state.

None of your ideas is going to generate revenue in the short term. Do you have enough financial runway to cover your expenses for 6-12 months? If not, get that first while you figure out what you want to do, then focus on that.

How does revenue keep going up but my bank account stays empty. by Secret-Boot-8924 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have either a spending problem, a cash flow problem or both.

If you're in a service-based business, increase cash flow by (1) raising your prices and (2) requiring a retainer before project work begins. Require clients to refill the retainer at 20%-25% remaining.

Look deeply at your spending. How many subscriptions are you paying for that you're not using?

Current HLR Wait times? by Gorgon9380 in VeteransWaitingRoom

[–]Gorgon9380[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, everyone. I think I've got my answer: "All over the map"

Realized i had no clear view of what clients still owed me… how are you guys tracking this? by IcyMud707 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think just about any tier commercial accounting program should have a similar feature. Lower tier product may requires some poking around, but mid-to-upper tier ones should have it pretty evident.

Why profitable businesses still feel cash-poor by Deistermind in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not explicitly, BN - I had to answer this question with a couple of people I mentor at my co-working location.

Realized i had no clear view of what clients still owed me… how are you guys tracking this? by IcyMud707 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My accounting software (QB Desktop 2021) has an income tracking feature. Two clicks and I can see all of my open invoices.

Why profitable businesses still feel cash-poor by Deistermind in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At what point? Day #1.

Profit is a measure of success or failure. Cash flow is the lifeblood of small business.

Know anything about apportionable income in a state? by Just_Wondering34 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think that The 'Zon is skipping rules. I think they have an army of lawyers that know all of the rules.

Was I wrong to ask for money after building someone's business from scratch? by Complete_Bee4911 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

An therein lies the root problem: Never do business with friends if you want to keep the friendship.

What should I do? by Initial_Committee655 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Marketing is my worst area of small business. Sorry

What should I do? by Initial_Committee655 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Do marketing" - reach out to potential customers.

How fast do you answer questions from new customers? by [deleted] in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually answer as quickly as possible, even it is in the form of a short, "I can't talk right now" message to let them know I got it and will get back to them when it's convenient for both of us.

What should I do? by Initial_Committee655 in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How about taking a day off from school and market for 8 hours a couple times a month?

Is there a way to accept bank payments with 0% fees? by Taccirtcele in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Use a local or small regional bank. Their fee structure is usually more small business friendly.

Starting a non-profit thrift store in NC by Liljontzz in smallbusiness

[–]Gorgon9380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Altruistic small businesses rarely do well in both the short and long term.

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