Business Owner
Time Management Quiz
When you own a business, your time is very important. There are only so many hours during the day, and you don’t want to spend all of them working. But how do you know if your time management is out of control? And if it is, what can you do to help with that? Maybe…
Read MoreOutsourcing: Get a Team Behind Your Business
Fall is here and the end of the third quarter is here for business owners. As you look to the end of the year it may also be a good time to evaluate how you are spending your time. What tasks are you completing that may not be the best use of your time? What…
Read MoreEmployer Branding – A great article from Accounting Today
As a business owner you know how important your company brand is but have you considered what your employer branding looks like? While this article is written towards accounting firms it has some great information about how to market yourself as an employer. It may not be something you have thought about before, but your company culture…
Read MoreF is for FUN
Here at Devine Consulting our company values are represented by FRANK. FRANK stands for Fun, Reliable, Accessible, Nurturing and Knowledgeable. Today we are talking about F. F stands for Fun. During the trying times we are in, it is difficult to keep the fun in the day to day work environment. As a business owner…
Read MoreCloud Accounting: Now is the time to switch
We have talked about cloud accounting before. You may or may not have been ready to make the switch previously. However, with the world constantly changing around us it is important to make sure you are prepared for anything that could come at us next. Being on the cloud will make it easier for you…
Read MorePayroll Systems: What to ask before choosing a payroll system and why is it important.
There has been a lot of talk swirling around about the Payroll Protection Program. This is a program that is constantly changing. If you own a business, then you most likely have employees that need paid. Whether you used this program or not there is one key element at the top of everyone’s mind right…
Read MoreBenefits to Outsourcing
With the recent change of the work environment due to the coronavirus, it makes you really look at how you are running your business. Even here at Devine Consulting we have had to make changes to how we function as an office and a team. We are fortunate to be able to have our staff…
Read MoreIdeas for Keeping Employees Engaged and Morale Up
It has been a stressful couple of weeks, we know. We all have felt that. Now you are wanting to keep your employees engaged. Whether you are working remotely or are back in the office, it can be tough to create a positive environment for your employees among the negativity and worry that is happening…
Read MoreManaging Your Business During Uncertain Times
During uncertain times it is extra stressful being a business owner. Whether it is a natural disaster or a world-wide health concern like the Coronavirus (COVID-19), it can be easy to get overwhelmed. You have family to think about, not to mention clients, employees and keeping your business afloat. This can make uncertain times feel…
Read MoreTime to Clean Up your Accounting Process
Spring is the season of freshening up, which can only mean one thing, spring cleaning. Spring cleaning involves a lot of different to-dos; organizing closets, purging the attic, and cleaning the walls and baseboards around your home. But have you ever thought of what needs cleaning up in your business? Maybe your accounting software or…
Read MoreFall in Love with your Accounting Again
Every business owner knows the importance of good accounting in their business. However, it is easy not to love your accounting, accountant, or any other part of that side of the business. Do you ever feel that way? Confused and frustrated every time you have to deal with your business’s accounting. Here at Devine, we…
Read More3 Signs it is Time to Upgrade your Accounting Software
Having accounting software that works for your business and not against it is crucial to ensure the productivity of your accounting department. But when was the last time you sat down and really evaluated if your current software was meeting your needs? Our guess is probably not in a while. There are several signs to…
Read MoreKeep your Resolution to be Stress Free
Happy New Year! The new year is a great time to reflect on what you would like to do to improve moving forward. For a lot of people that includes New Year’s Resolutions. One resolution that many think of is to be less stressed in the coming year. As a business owner there are a…
Read MorePrepare Now for 1099s
Now is the time to get those W-9s together and prepare for 1099s. We know it may seem silly to start collecting this already but trust us, it will make your life so much easier if you just work ahead on this. The steps are simple and if you aren’t rushing to get this completed,…
Read MoreYour Business is like a Gingerbread House
It is officially December which means the holiday spirit is in full swing. Here at Devine we love the holidays! We enjoy spending time with our family and friends, the festive spirit that seems to be everywhere and most definitely the food. We all love the treats that come along with this time of year.…
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