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The MATAX Blog: Ops and Accounting Insights for Founders

Actionable advice, operational playbooks, and strategic deep dives to help you scale your business without the chaos.

Easy Ways To Build an Online Business
Julie DeVincenzi Julie DeVincenzi

Easy Ways To Build an Online Business

More and more people are leaving their office jobs and setting up online businesses these days, especially because of COVID-19.  Running an online business offers a way for you to work from home and be your own boss. It may sound like an overwhelming process, but many entrepreneurs find it fulfilling.

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4 Money Saving Tips for Business Owners
Julie DeVincenzi Julie DeVincenzi

4 Money Saving Tips for Business Owners

Running a successful business requires you to make smart decisions about everything from who you hire to how you spend your money. There are many legitimate expenses to cover, but it’s easy to overspend in areas that aren’t helping you or your business.

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4 Ways Small Start-ups Can Take On Established Competitors
Julie DeVincenzi Julie DeVincenzi

4 Ways Small Start-ups Can Take On Established Competitors

Starting a business means you’ll be in competition with other companies that already exist. It’s actually a good thing if you have competition to go up against. Competition pushes you to be innovative. It also means there’s an established market for your goods or services.

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5 Funding Options for Start-ups
Julie DeVincenzi Julie DeVincenzi

5 Funding Options for Start-ups

If you’re wondering where to find business start-up funding, there are a variety of options available to you. Each of these options has its advantages and disadvantages, and it’s important to pick the funding that meets your needs and works for your business.

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Five Ways to Manage a Healthy Cash Flow
Julie DeVincenzi Julie DeVincenzi

Five Ways to Manage a Healthy Cash Flow

We cannot stress further the importance of properly managing your cash flow to ensure the smooth running of your business. However, in times of crisis such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this becomes more than important– managing your cash becomes a necessity for survival.

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Signs You’re Undercharging for Your Work
Julie DeVincenzi Julie DeVincenzi

Signs You’re Undercharging for Your Work

When it comes to the overall success of your business, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is how to price for the work you do. Charge too much and you could scare away potential customers. Charge too little and you could run yourself out of business.

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5 Common Bookkeeping Pitfalls — and How to Avoid Them
Julie DeVincenzi Julie DeVincenzi

5 Common Bookkeeping Pitfalls — and How to Avoid Them

Although most entrepreneurs recognize the importance of careful financial management, few want to spend their time dealing with numbers. Unfortunately, not keeping a close eye on your income and expenses can be very costly for a business. Here are five of the most common bookkeeping pitfalls, and some simple tips for getting back on track.

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Eight Characteristics of successful small businesses
Julie DeVincenzi Julie DeVincenzi

Eight Characteristics of successful small businesses

We now look at eight characteristics important to successful businesses. International researchers who have studied many small businesses have found that these characteristics consistently play a part in the success of small companies.

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