Why Good Bookkeeping is Essential for Small Business Success
As a small business owner, you know that every penny counts. Good bookkeeping is essential for small business success because it helps you track your income and expenditure, understand your financial position and make informed decisions about where to allocate your...
Why Precious Metals are a Good Hedge Against Inflation
If you're looking to protect your wealth from the effects of inflation, investing in precious metals is a good option. Precious metals typically maintain their value or increase in value during periods of inflation, making them an ideal investment for those looking to...
The Importance of Communication – And How to Do It Well
One of the most important skills anyone can have - especially in business - is communication. There's an art to it, from the method used to the intention behind it. Communication is two-way - the message must be received and understood, on both sides of the fence....
Why Did I Choose Small Business Accounting Over Large Business?
Big business has armies of accountants and attorneys at their beck and call. Find out why we decided that staying with small business would be a better fit for our business. Check out our website: http://mysimplebookkeeping.com Follow us on Facebook:...
How I Manage Employees vs Contractors
Having contractors didn't work for my business, so I switched to employees. Best decision ever! Find out the difference between contractors and employees, and the different management techniques I used to get the most out of my staff. Follow us on Facebook:...
Dealing with ADHD as an adult and a business owner | COACHING
I found out I had ADHD as a 55 year old woman. I had no idea there was a reason why I struggled with focus and attention - especially when I was bored. If you are an adult with ADHD or undiagnosed ADHD, how do you manage your energy and attention? Follow us on...
Save the Date!
Donna Harris of Bookkeeping Made Simple is teaming up with Jenny Beynon of Paramount Tax, Carmen Aldrete with Edward Jones, and Roger Knecht of Universal Business Builder to bring you a wonderful seminar about money, finance, accounting, and information YOU can use to...
Louisville Conference
In August, Donna was invited to attend the Proven Conference with Jim Cockrum as a panel speaker. She spoke with Ty Talbot of 7 Figures Funding, and Matt Rowan of Keystone Learning. They discussed funding issues for small businesses, what an accountant can do for...
Dealing with Changes
Have you ever heard the saying, "There's nothing as constant as change?" It’s true! The last 3 years have shown us that. But you know what? Our clients are seeing some record growth and profit – so congratulations on that! It is truly an amazing time to be in...
About LLCs
To wrap up our series on business entity types, we'll end with the LLC, or Limited Liability Company. LLCs combine the protections, and many advantages, of the C Corp with the flexibility of the sole proprietorship or partnership. Like a corporation, LLCs are held to...
Donna Harris
Owner
Donna Harris, BSci Accounting, MBA, founded Bookkeeping Made Simple with the understanding that small businesses is the heart of the American economy. After offering to do books for a friend who said he didn't have enough work to keep someone in the office 20 hours a week, she recognized the need for an efficient, online system. She has 20 years of bookkeeping and accounting experience and is excited to help small business owners achieve their goals. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling whenever possible. She also loves reading, hiking, camping, cooking, yoga, and fitness. A huge believer in lifelong education, she is currently working on her master's in Accounting.