Who isn't a good fit to work with Kaizen?
Some CPA firms take everyone, and we mean everyone. That’s never worked for us. We’re looking for a...
Need advice? Why an accountant might be the best advisor you aren’t using (yet)
Running a small business is hard. While some decisions might be easy, there are so many times when...
What we do together in the first 90 days
Usually, when you have a new accountant, they employ the SALY (Same As Last Year) method. Meaning,...
Why we’re a pro Profit First CPA firm
Most CPA firms don’t encourage the Profit First model, here’s why we do.
Profit First is a book...
Illinois Minimum Wage is increasing January 1
Effective January 1, 2023, the minimum wage in Illinois will increase for tipped and non-tipped...
5 ways to stay safe after a winter car accident
The days are short. The air is cold. And the roads are often slick with rain, snow, or ice.
Why you shouldn’t wait until ‘crisis mode’ to hire an accountant
Tell us if you’ve heard this one before. It’s February (or maybe even March), and you’re scrambling...
What does your accounting firm actually do for you every month?
Hiring an accounting firm is one of the smartest things you can do for your business. At least...
It’s time to outsource your payroll, here’s why
You have a lot of faith in your accountant or accounting firm. As you well know, an in-house...
What you need to know about the Employee Retention Credit in 2022
The Coronovirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act contains a business relief provision...