Category Archives: Accounting

Post-its + a Sharpie + Excel = Your Org Chart

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Ellen Rohr

Does it make you cringe to think about imposing the formal structure of an Organization Chart on your small shop?  Fear not!  The Organization Chart can be a wonderful tool.  Recalling my many, many jobs, I can count on three … Continue reading →

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Career Ladder? Or Turnover Turmoil?

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Ellen Rohr

Sob!  My favorite thing to do is Ride Along with team members.  I love to put on the Super Hero costume and hop in the truck.  I am not very technically skilled – massive understatement! – however, I try to … Continue reading →

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5 Ways To Audit Proof Your Business

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Ellen Rohr

Imagine…you discover the certified letter in your mailbox from the IRS, announcing you have been selected for an audit.  No worries!  Once upon a time, I made a “Slinky-knot” mess out of my QuickBooks™ file.  Fear of an audit – … Continue reading →

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Who Taught You Business Basics?

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Ellen Rohr

Business is pretty easy.  I wish we taught accounting and finance basics in sixth grade.  Alas, I didn’t even learn how to balance a checkbook during my high priced stint at a private college for a Business Administration degree.  However, once I … Continue reading →

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How to Clean Up Your Payroll

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Ellen Rohr

I’ve spent a lot of time over the last 20 years helping people clean up financial messes.  The messy mess (the smelly smell for Sponge Bob fans) is payroll. Payroll entries are complicated.  There is the expense to you and the … Continue reading →

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Lessons From the Shark Tank

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Ellen Rohr

Are you obsessed with The Shark Tank? I am! I tune in Friday nights, or catch up on the recorded shows when I miss the new episode. I love Shark Daymond’s suits. I love Barbara Corcoran and her tough-mutha-ly advice. … Continue reading →

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How to Avoid Employee Theft!

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Ellen Rohr

Former worker admits stealing nearly $170,000 from University Plaza Hotel edited news release from U.S. attorney’s office 2:10 p.m. CST, February 22, 2012 SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A former employee of University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center in Springfield pleaded guilty … Continue reading →

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[Webinar] Last Minute Tax Advice for Your Small Business

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Ellen Rohr
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Tracking Contractor Jobs

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Ellen Rohr

Contractors are notorious for shortchanging themselves. They often don’t charge enough per hour. Or, put enough hours in the Job. How about you? Do you know if your prices are right? Do you know if you are properly bidding your … Continue reading →

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The Sweet Spot Job

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Ellen Rohr

My husband Hot Rod and I were in business together a long time ago. Like many other contractors, we were seduced by the “BIG Job.” A “BIG Job” is one that… Has lots of dollars in the bid. Has lots … Continue reading →

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