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Hector and Alicia discuss the positive aspects of working with Intuit and QuickBooks, highlighting the company's strong culture, training programs, and user-friendly software. They analyze Intuit's business decisions like acquisitions and the transition to a cloud-based platform, acknowledging challenges but ultimately supporting the vision. The hosts emphasize Intuit's engagement with user feedback, third-party app ecosystem, and efforts to foster community through events like QuickBooks Connect. Despite criticisms, they argue Intuit exhibits financial responsibility that will ensure QuickBooks' longevity, benefiting accountants who embrace change.SponsorsClientHub- https://uqb.promo/clienthubRelay - https://uqb.promo/relayHarbor Compliance - https://uqb.promo/harbor(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (04:29) - The Positive Impact of Intuit's People and Culture (05:43) - Reflecting on Intuit's Training and ProAdvisor Program (10:04) - The Power of Feedback and Community Engagement at Intuit (24:53) - A Closer Look at Intuit's Handling of Mailchimp and TSheets (28:42) - Exploring QuickBooks Time and Its Integration Challenges (29:31) - The Power of QuickBooks Time and Its Slow Rollout (34:28) - Accountant-Approved Apps and the Need for Verification (43:22) - QuickBooks Online: A User-Friendly Platform for Small Businesses (49:16) - The Future of QuickBooks: Cloud-Based Platforms and Financial Decisions (54:16) - Embracing Change and Upcoming Events Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Alicia's article on QuickBooks Expert Assisted Bookkeeping - https://royalwise.com/alicias-thoughts-about-qb-expert-assisted-bookkeeping/Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.appAlicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcastAlicia's QBO Products, Services, and Inventory Course - http://royl.ws/qbo-InventoryQuickBooks Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.com

Matt Rissell of TSheets dead in apparent murder-suicide; a review of the AI features you can use right now in Client Hub, Canopy, Karbon, Financial Cents and... Sturppy?; This week's guest: Giles Pearson, CEO of AccountestsSponsorsOnPay - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/onpayRelay - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/relayTech Guru - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/techguruChapters (00:00) - Have your AI contact my AI (00:21) - Introduction and thoughts on the horrible news of Matt Rissell
 (06:18) - Some of the history of TSheets
 (12:36) - Practical application of Chat GPT and AI
 (20:10) - Giles was a partner at PwC
 (25:46) - Blake check on the live chat discussion (00:50) - David has used ChatGPT to create and organize his calendar appointments
 (30:43) - Let's look at Client Hub using their AI integration to help create tasks
 (35:09) - Lets see how Canopy can help you draft emails
 (37:51) - What Karbon has done with email
 (44:48) - Is Giles using AI for anything?
 (45:42) - Financial Sense integrates with ChatGPT
 (47:52) - Expensify's genius AI blog post
 (49:40) - Sturppy's AI virtual CFO (00:30) - Wrap up and where to reach everyone
 (57:07) - Congressional letter written about AI to create tax scams
 (58:56) - Where to learn more about Accountest and follow Giles Need CPE? Subscribe to the Earmark Accounting Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comGet CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark CPE: https://earmarkcpeShow NotesKarbon AI | Karbon         https://karbonhq.com/feature/ai/ Founder of TSheets Dies in Self-Inflicted Shootinghttps://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2023/05/04/founder-of-tsheets-dies-in-self-inflicted-shooting/79360/ Senators want IRS to stop AI-generated tax scamshttps://www.accountingtoday.com/news/senators-want-irs-to-stop-chatgpt-generated-ai-tax-scams “What is the Best Expense Management App?” according to ChatGPT?https://blog.expensify.com/2023/05/02/what-is-the-best-expense-management-app-according-to-chatgpt/ TSheets founder Rissell dead after what police call attempted murder/suicide in Eagle homehttps://boisedev.com/news/2023/05/04/matt-rissell-dead/Get in TouchThanks for listening and for the great reviews! We appreciate you! Follow and tweet @BlakeTOliver and @DavidLeary. Find us on Facebook and, if you like what you hear, please do us a favor and write a review on iTunes, or Podchaser. Interested in sponsoring the Cloud Accounting Podcast? For details, read the prospectus, and NOW, you can see our smiling faces on Instagram! You can now call us and leave a voicemail, maybe we'll play it on the show. DIAL (202) 695-1040Need Accounting Conference Info? Check out our new website - accountingconferences.comLimited edition shirts, stickers, and other necessitiesTeePublic Store: http://cloudacctpod.link/merchSubscribe Apple Podcasts: http://cloudacctpod.link/ApplePodcasts Podchaser: http://cloudacctpod.link/podchaser Spotify: http://cloudacctpod.link/Spotify Stitcher: http://cloudacctpod.link/Stitcher Overcast: http://cloudacctpod.link/Overcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CloudAccountingPodcast ClassifiedsClient Hub - https://clienthub.app/Future Firm Accelerate - https://futurefirmaccelerate.com/capUncat - https://www.uncat.com/Nett Tracker - https://www.nett-tracker.com/FinDaily - https://findaily.io/Want to get the word out about your newsletter, webinar, party, Facebook group, podcast, e-book, job posting, or that fancy Excel macro you just created? Why not let the listeners of The Cloud Accounting Podcast know by running a classified ad? Hit the link below to get more info.Go here to create your classified ad: https://cloudacctpod.link/RunClassifiedAd The full transcript for this episode is available by clicking on the Transcript tab at the top of this page

Season 4 Episode 61 | In this episode of Accounting High, host Scott interviews Ms Smiles aka Alex Miles, a social media marketer and former employee of T-Sheets. Alex talks about her journey from high school pranks to her passion for social media marketing, and how she used her skills to connect with others and brighten their days. She also shares insights into the power of community, the importance of being authentic on social media, and the value of in-person meetups. Alex's infectious energy and positive attitude make this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to find their own passion and connect with others in the accounting industry. Interview: Alex shares the story behind her "Smiles" moniker She talks about the power of community building and the role social media plays in it Alex discusses her time at T-Sheets, including her involvement in the ABC Tournament and the T-Sheets raffle She also talks about meeting David Barrett and connecting with the Intuit community Alex shares her philosophy on social media, which includes being authentic and not judging others She also discusses her passion for comedy and making people laugh Finally, Alex talks about the importance of in-person meetups and getting help from and giving help to others Closing: Alex performs a rap Alex wraps us up by discussing the power of community and the importance of being yourself on social media. Shoutouts: FreshBooks, Hubdoc, Xero, MailChimp, QuickBooks, TSheets, Expensify, David Barrett, TurboTax, John Garrett, Misty Megia, Twyla Verhelst, CPA, Laura L. Lynn Ed D, MBA, MS, CFE, EA, Sherrell T. Martin, Slack, Ron Baker, Jason Staats, CPA, Terrell A Turner, CPA, Nikole Mackenzie, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/accountinghigh/message

Dawn W. Brolin, CPA, CFE is the author of The Designated Motivator,  and the founder of Team Brolin, the force behind her global motivation movement which transforms people, businesses and the world for the better with education and empowerment. She is also the owner of Fight Against Fraud, a training organization dedicated to helping accounting professionals and small businesses optimize their operations and reduce their fraud risks. In addition, she is CEO of  Connecticut-based CPA firm, Powerful Accounting Inc. Dawn's extensive accounting expertise and personal entrepreneurial experiences fuel her passion for helping other business owners succeed through the application of smart technology solutions, effective financial management, and comprehensive business continuity and fraud mitigation strategies.   Dawn's in-depth knowledge and down-to-earth, entertaining approach make her an in-demand trainer, speaker, and thought leader. She has worked with prestigious partners including Fundera, Intuit, TSheets by QuickBooks, AbacusNext, ADP, MineralTree and many more.   Websites and Handles:https://www.dawnbrolin.com/https://www.facebook.com/dawn.brolinhttps://twitter.com/dawnbrolinhttps://www.instagram.com/dawnbrolin/ Sponsors:Triada Networks-Triada Networks provides cybersecurity and IT services to small businesses in the greater NYC area and investment firms nationwide. Triada Networks has put together an actionable & effective guide to help small business owners protect themselves from a business-killing cyber security event. Don't leave yourself vulnerable to theft of sensitive information or vulnerable to a lawsuit from the theft of personal information. Visit smallbizsecurity.com to safeguard your business. She Makes Products- She Makes Products transforms overwhelmed female entrepreneurs with struggling products into profitable businesses and confident CEOs.  The foundation of that success is getting the support you need to get the success you want.  Go to www.shemakesproducts.com/promotions and use coupon code MotorBikeMike for a 50% discount on Supportology a short, self-paced course for those that struggle with unsupportive loved ones.  Understand the dynamic, the science behind it, and develop the skills you need to navigate this challenge so you can build the business you love with confidence.        

Efficiency and time management. For any bookkeeping business owner, these are MUST HAVES, so it's important to find a workflow software that delivers. This week's guest is a small business systems and procedures expert in Australia with more than 15 years experience working in the bookkeeping industry, so she knows all about workflow software and how it can help your business. Jacqui Cubis has also been a Pure Bookkeeping (PB) licensee for over nine years and is a hugely active member in the PB community. During this interview, you'll learn... How workflow software can help your business grow What lessons Jacqui learned when starting her own enterprise What apps she leverages in her businesses Get in touch with Jacqui at jacqui.support@evolutionaryworkflow.com. Connect with her on LinkedIn here.  Learn more about her business, Evolutionary Workflow visit this link.  To explore Pure Bookkeeping, visit PureBookkeeping.com. Time Stamps 2:19 - Jacqui's career journey and how Pure Bookkeeping helped her bookkeeping business grow 7:17 - Outsourcing work off shore and its challenges 10:30 - How integrating workflow software Karbon into her business has helped her businesses thrive 19:40 - Lessons learned from starting her own business 22:31 - How Jacqui discovered Pure Bookkeeping 28:00 - Apps that Jacqui uses most in her businesses (Karbon, Practice Protect, TSheets, Practice Ignition, etc)

Remember that 3-legged stool principle I teach? You've got to sell the work, you've got to do the work, and you've got to keep score, which is the bookkeeping part. All three of these legs have to be in balance so that it doesn't become weak or your business is going to fall over. Today, I'm thankful to have Steve Kreitzberg from Apparatus Contractor Services, LLC, on the show. Steve's company specializes in outsourced bookkeeping, payroll, and reporting for contractors only, and you'll be hearing why this niche is so important and why this kind of service is something you might want to consider for your own business.  Listen in to learn some strategies regarding your finances, why you need to be working and understanding your numbers, and how this can actually become a pretty simple thing as part of a streamlined process to help you reach your financial goals! What You'll Hear in This Episode: Steve shares his backstory as to how he came to focus on contracting businesses. Apparatus created a digital service that provides bookkeeping services to contractors all over the country. Clients that recognize that finances are the foundation of their growth are Apparatus's ideal clients. Other traits in an ideal client are that they're growth-centered, coachable, decisive, goal-driven, collaborative, and cash confident. Contractors have a skill set that doesn't typically include bookkeeping. Others may simply not be interested in learning it or do not have time to keep up with it. Most contractors prefer to spend time serving their clients and finding new ones. The service that Apparatus offers is built on the tools that are built for and around QuickBooks® online. Good news: Job-costing is now available in QuickBooks® online! Steve details some other tools that Apparatus also uses, including the QuickBooks® Payroll module, a product called TSheets®, Zoom, and Dropbox. Steve shares the promise that his company makes to its clients. There are unique bookkeeping requirements for construction companies, which Steve explains. New clients of Apparatus go through a six-week boot camp while they're getting their systems set up. This gives clients confidence and a basic understanding of how bookkeeping works on their behalf. Steve discusses the chart of accounts and the varied benefits of knowing your numbers. Don't confuse your cash flow with your profit! What to expect with TSheets® and the payroll module. Did we mention the reports? There are five of them, and here's what you can do with them. A CPA is who files your taxes; Apparatus is a bookkeeping service and is, therefore, a source of all the information that your CPA needs.   Connect with Steve! Apparatus Contractor Services, LLC Resources: Download My FREE 1-Page Business Plan Text Me @ (510) 612-1450 - Say Hi! I would love to hear your feedback, pros & cons! **Please leave me a review on iTunes!** ~Please Share My Podcast With Other Contractors~ THE ROOFER SHOW SPONSOR INFO: Need Help Answering the Phone Or Online Chat? Use Ruby Receptionists! Find Out How They Can Help Bring In Leads! Click here and use the code Roofer50 for a special $50 discount! https://www.callruby.com/roofershow Or Call Ruby at (844) 326-7829 Check out the app! My Listeners Get a 21-Day Money-Back Guarantee!

Description: Employee pay may not be the first thing that comes to mind for a new business owner, but as you add people to your team, it becomes apparent this area requires a lot of thought, research, and strategy. The CoLab's Megan Marsh and Andre Munar have five questions you should ask yourself as you dive into employee compensation and issues that can arise. Show Notes: Your business is booming, and it's time to add employees to help keep operations running smoothly. Factoring in how to pay them without having to sacrifice your success can seem tricky. In this episode of The CoLab podcast, Megan Marsh and Andre Munar pose five questions that will guide you in creating fair and enticing compensation packages for your employees. How do determine employee pay? How do you structure a compensation package? What are other benefits you can offer? Are there non-monetary benefits or perks you can offer? Considering all types of pay and benefits, what is the true cost of an employee? If you can come up with the above numbers, you can put them into an employee cost calculator (you can use calculators offered by companies such as Intuit Quickbooks and TSheets) to show your total investment into your employees. For example, consider an employee whose base pay is $35,000 and has the opportunity to earn bonus pay based on their performance. Base salary: $35,000 Bonus: $5,000 + Holidays off (13 days per year) Paid time off (13 days per year) Paid breaks (30 minutes per day) + Workman's compensation (1 percent of overhead costs) and unemployment insurance ($150 per year per employee) + Health insurance ($320 per year per employee) Life insurance and disability ($10 per year per employee) ——————————————————————————————— Total employer investment: $48,770 These types of costs might not come to mind if you don't own a business, so be sure to illustrate for employees how much you're really compensating them to work for you. Ready to dive in? Here's what we're covering in this episode of The CoLab: [04:48] Running a business means navigating sensitive topics such as losing employees, firings, and compensation. [05:55] Does this sound familiar? Employees coming to you as an owner with issues about their own or each other's pay, benefits, and workspace. As business owners, Megan and Andre have heard it all. [08:45] 1. How do you determine an employee's pay? Are there other incentives or benefits you can provide to employees? Create guidelines that establish pay standards and map out what factors (above average work performance, total sales, advanced degree, etc.) would lead to a pay increase or bonus compensation. Be clear upfront that bonus compensation can change from year to year. [15:42] 2. How do you structure compensation packages? Base pay is only one part of a compensation package. As an owner, you also need to consider benefits such as family leave and paid time off. Be sure you research what state and federal laws require you to provide as an employer. [20:10] 3. Are you going to offer other benefits? Other benefits, in this case, means health insurance (How much of the cost are you willing to cover for employees?), 401(k)s (Are you going to match a percentage of your employees' contributions?), or offerings such as short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. [22:15] 4. What about offering non-monetary benefits? There are little things about your business that can make a big difference in employee morale. Are you willing to let employees work from home occasionally, work a half-day on Friday, or enjoy a casual dress day? [24:30] 5. What is the true cost of an employee? It's about more than base pay. You can use an employment cost calculator to determine the total com...

Description: Employee pay may not be the first thing that comes to mind for a new business owner, but as you add people to your team, it becomes apparent this area requires a lot of thought, research, and strategy. The CoLab's Megan Marsh and Andre Munar have five questions you should ask yourself as you dive into employee compensation and issues that can arise. Show Notes: Your business is booming, and it's time to add employees to help keep operations running smoothly. Factoring in how to pay them without having to sacrifice your success can seem tricky. In this episode of The CoLab podcast, Megan Marsh and Andre Munar pose five questions that will guide you in creating fair and enticing compensation packages for your employees. How do determine employee pay? How do you structure a compensation package? What are other benefits you can offer? Are there non-monetary benefits or perks you can offer? Considering all types of pay and benefits, what is the true cost of an employee? If you can come up with the above numbers, you can put them into an employee cost calculator (you can use calculators offered by companies such as Intuit Quickbooks and TSheets) to show your total investment into your employees. For example, consider an employee whose base pay is $35,000 and has the opportunity to earn bonus pay based on their performance. Base salary: $35,000 Bonus: $5,000 + Holidays off (13 days per year) Paid time off (13 days per year) Paid breaks (30 minutes per day) + Workman's compensation (1 percent of overhead costs) and unemployment insurance ($150 per year per employee) + Health insurance ($320 per year per employee) Life insurance and disability ($10 per year per employee) ——————————————————————————————— Total employer investment: $48,770 These types of costs might not come to mind if you don't own a business, so be sure to illustrate for employees how much you're really compensating them to work for you. Ready to dive in? Here's what we're covering in this episode of The CoLab: [04:48] Running a business means navigating sensitive topics such as losing employees, firings, and compensation. [05:55] Does this sound familiar? Employees coming to you as an owner with issues about their own or each other's pay, benefits, and workspace. As business owners, Megan and Andre have heard it all. [08:45] 1. How do you determine an employee's pay? Are there other incentives or benefits you can provide to employees? Create guidelines that establish pay standards and map out what factors (above average work performance, total sales, advanced degree, etc.) would lead to a pay increase or bonus compensation. Be clear upfront that bonus compensation can change from year to year. [15:42] 2. How do you structure compensation packages? Base pay is only one part of a compensation package. As an owner, you also need to consider benefits such as family leave and paid time off. Be sure you research what state and federal laws require you to provide as an employer. [20:10] 3. Are you going to offer other benefits? Other benefits, in this case, means health insurance (How much of the cost are you willing to cover for employees?), 401(k)s (Are you going to match a percentage of your employees' contributions?), or offerings such as short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. [22:15] 4. What about offering non-monetary benefits? There are little things about your business that can make a big difference in employee morale. Are you willing to let employees work from home occasionally, work a half-day on Friday, or enjoy a casual dress day? [24:30] 5. What is the true cost of an employee? It's about more than base pay. You can use an employment cost calculator to determine the total com...

Remember that 3-legged stool principle I teach? You've got to sell the work, you've got to do the work, and you've got to keep score, which is the bookkeeping part. All three of these legs have to be in balance so that it doesn't become weak or your business is going to fall over. Today, I'm thankful to have Steve Kreitzberg from Apparatus Contractor Services, LLC, on the show. Steve's company specializes in outsourced bookkeeping, payroll, and reporting for contractors only, and you'll be hearing why this niche is so important and why this kind of service is something you might want to consider for your own business.  Listen in to learn some strategies regarding your finances, why you need to be working and understanding your numbers, and how this can actually become a pretty simple thing as part of a streamlined process to help you reach your financial goals! What You'll Hear in This Episode: Steve shares his backstory as to how he came to focus on contracting businesses. Apparatus created a digital service that provides bookkeeping services to contractors all over the country. Clients that recognize that finances are the foundation of their growth are Apparatus's ideal clients. Other traits in an ideal client are that they're growth-centered, coachable, decisive, goal-driven, collaborative, and cash confident. Contractors have a skill set that doesn't typically include bookkeeping. Others may simply not be interested in learning it or do not have time to keep up with it. Most contractors prefer to spend time serving their clients and finding new ones. The service that Apparatus offers is built on the tools that are built for and around QuickBooks® online. Good news: Job-costing is now available in QuickBooks® online! Steve details some other tools that Apparatus also uses, including the QuickBooks® Payroll module, a product called TSheets®, Zoom, and Dropbox. Steve shares the promise that his company makes to their clients. There are unique bookkeeping requirements for construction companies, which Steve explains. New clients of Apparatus go through a six-week boot camp while they're getting their systems set up. This gives clients confidence and a basic understanding of how bookkeeping works on their behalf. Steve discusses the chart of accounts and the varied benefits of knowing your numbers. Don't confuse your cash flow with your profit! What to expect with TSheets® and the payroll module. Did we mention the reports? There are five of them, and here's what you can do with them. A CPA is who files your taxes; Apparatus is a bookkeeping service and is, therefore, a source of all the information that your CPA needs. Connect with Steve! Apparatus Contractor Services, LLC Resources: Download My FREE 1-Page Business Plan Text Me @ (510) 612-1450 - Say Hi! I would love to hear your feedback, pros & cons! **Please leave me a review on iTunes!** ~Please Share My Podcast With Other Contractors~ THE ROOFER SHOW SPONSOR INFO: Need Help Answering the Phone Or Online Chat? Use Ruby Receptionists! Find Out How They Can Help Bring In Leads! Click here and use the code Roofer50 for a special $50 discount! https://www.callruby.com/roofershow Or Call Ruby at (844) 326-7829 Check out the app! My Listeners Get a 21-Day Money-Back Guarantee!

What if you could create your own economic stimulus package and get a refund on your worker's comp policy?   Here's what you'll get from this construction podcast episode: - How to potentially get a refund from your worker's compensation policy. - The financial upside of a training program. - A few questions your accountant needs to be asked. - What is a "mid-term audit" of your GL policy, and why right now is a really good time to do it. - Why you want to put a good timesheet tracking system like Tsheets in place.   Resources mentioned in this construction podcast episode: Eliminate Profit Bleeds - Schedule a free strategy session with Todd Dawalt to identify your biggest profit bleeds and map out a plan to eliminate them - www.constructionleadingedge.com/call FieldChat - Get your free trial at www.fieldchat.com/edge Connect with Jeff Heet - www.ioausa.com LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/jeffheet  

How is your time worth $1,000 per hour?  Here are ten things you can and should be doing that are worth $1,000 per hour. What you'll learn about in this construction podcast episode: How to start thinking differently about your time. If your job isn't to reduce cost...what is your job? What is opportunity cost, and how might it be hammering your bottom line. My #1 business development strategy. How most productivity problems are foreseeable...and how to prevent them. How a few phone calls saved me around $500 per day...every day.   Resources mentioned in this construction podcast episode: Systematize Your Construction Business - Free Training Workshop FieldChat - Reduce rework and mistakes by organizing your jobsite communication Tsheets time tracking  Offload your bookkeeping and payroll headaches

In this episode, Blake and David explore the world of fake accounting news and LinkedIn's sock-puppet infestation, and share some ways to scope out the faux connections in your list. In other news, Sage Intacct is taking root in the Land Down Under, TSheets is raising some fees, Liberty Tax isn't sure what it wants to be when it grows up, and CFOs now prefer tech-savviness over soft skills. They also cover why finding your 'why' is important as an accountant, whether cloud storage companies, such as Box and Dropbox have seen better days, as well as what to do when your cloud breaks, and much more!

Ben Wann, CMA, MBA, CPA joins our weekly news update to read his "Dear AICPA" letter on the air and discuss the latest accounting happenings, including: notable industry exits by Jennifer Warawa from Sage, Matt Rissell from TSheets, and even our own Blake Oliver from FloQast; HUGE venture capital raises by FreshBooks and ScaleFactor; further updates (and possibly closure) on the iNSYNQ ransomware saga; and finally, continuing discussion of the value and future of the CPA license, and much more!

Start Ups Get your business RIGHT....Have you considered the risk, set plan, goals, executed them.Are you on your GRIND, Get your entity right.

Avoid 5 common mistakes when trying to eliminate chaos in your business by implementing systems. Click here to get the free training videos - Systematize Your Construction Business (For a Limited Time) Mistakes to avoid: Jumping to a solution too early Treating the symptoms Operating in a vacuum Not following through Reinventing the wheel   Resources mentioned in this construction podcast: Tsheets time tracking app Systematize Your Construction Business - Free Training Worshop Register for THE ADVANCE Live Event in Lexington, KY October 17-18

Episode 4 Series 5 Accounting Principles and Terminology - 5 Common mistakes business owners make. - August Guest Speaker (Tune In LIVE Facebook / YouTube) 08/16/2019 6:00- 7:00PM Pacific

Are you a start up or just an entrepreneur in need of some direction. The Bad & Good advice episode. Strategies that may work for you and your business.

EP60 The Most Popular Tech to Streamline Your Painting Company SUMMARY: In this episode of the DYB podcast, Steve is joined by Scott, Greg, and Nadia to talk about technology. They discuss how it has changed over the years, why it’s crucial to the painting business and more importantly, what are the most useful and popular tech today that can help streamline any painting company. The DYB team members dive into different types of technology available today. They talk about important apps and automations that help them and also critique and compare certain tools that offer the same services. The team also share insights on technological progress and its effect on customer relationship management and other aspects of the business. -------------- WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why technology is important to your business Types of tech that can help you streamline your painting business An overview of the most popular apps and automations   -------------- QUOTES: “One of the biggest opportunities that most people miss, that I’m just obsessed with, is following up.” “People put these lofty goals, ‘I want to do this much in sales’ but how what does that translate to as far as your lead flow and what is your close ratio and how do you track that? And it [CRM and PipelineDeals] gives you a very precise and strategic way to keep track of these people and connect with them..” “From a scalability standpoint, CRM plays such a crucial role because you’re absolutely able to see what your sales performance is for all your employees.” “Technology is the new economy.” “Technology is meant to improve our business, it’s not to take the substitute of customer service.” -------------- HIGHLIGHTS: 1:40 Types of technology 4:20 Basecamp and PipelineDeals 7:14 Time-tracking software and customer relationship 14:30 Nadia talks about the most common programs used via Zaps 16:45 Quickbooks and other financial services 20:08 Clock-in utilities -------------- LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Estimate Rocket (app) Basecamp (app) PipelineDeals (app) TSheets (app) PetCloud (app) Zapier/Zaps (app integration) Youcanbookme Quickbooks Veryclock (app) Bill.com (financial service) Join DYB -------------- ADDITIONAL FREE RESOURCES: Schedule Your Free Strategy Call With Steve -------------- Connect with Nadia Burnett on Facebook here Connect with Greg Miller on Facebook here Connect with Scott Lollar on Facebook here Connect with Steve on Facebook here -------------- Press and hold to visit the page Thank you very much for joining us today! If you received value, would you take a quick few seconds and leave us a review on iTunes, please?

On this episode we talk about time tracking for not only hourly employees but as well as job costing and performance. We talked about a software called TSheets which is actually what we use in our firm. ******** Podcast Host: Mike Jesowshek CPA, from JETRO and Associates ******** TSheets Sign-Up: https://www.tsheets.com/#a:jetro ******** Podcast Website: www.TaxSavingsPodcast.com ******** To find out more on this topic and many others visit our website at www.JETROTax.com.You can also give us a call at 844-327-9272 or send your questions to us at Sales@JETROTax.com. ******** Doing your own books can take up hours of your time, not to mention the hours you spend wondering if you did it right. But what do you do if you can’t afford to hire a professional? How about free training from the pros to help you do your own books in less time, with less stress and better results. Learn More or Join Now: www.JETROtax.co/challenge ******** We specialize in serving only small business owners helping them with bookkeeping, taxes, and payroll. When it comes to taxes we are not just a prepare and file firm we take it a step further and concentrate on tax savings throughout the year. We have been taking care of hundreds business owners across the country since the firm began. To keep things simple we have created pre-built packages and pricing so there are never any surprises. ********

In this podcast Eric sits down with Intuit's Misty Megia to discuss the merger with TSheets, the upcoming foray into tax conferences by Intuit and other news tax practitioners need to be aware of as we start of 2019! Want to catch Eric and all the other terrific programs at the virtual tax conference? You can register absolutely FREE here!

In this podcast Eric sits down with Intuit’s Misty Megia to discuss the merger with TSheets, the upcoming foray into tax conferences by Intuit and other news tax practitioners need to be aware of as we start of 2019! Want to catch Eric and all the other terrific programs at the virtual tax conference? You can register absolutely FREE here!

Ten activities construction business owners and leaders can engage in that are worth $1,000 per hour...or more. Here's what you'll learn when you listen to this construction podcast from www.constructionleadingedge.com:   Ten Activities Worth $1K Per Hour or More: #1.  Selling new projects or contracts If you can spend 8 hours estimating, selling and negotiating a new contract that will yield $8,000 in profit, that makes your time worth $1,000 per hour. #2.  Upselling existing clients There two questions, totaling five words you can ask that will give your revenue on every project a 1% - 2% boost.   #3. Building key relationships If you want to generate more leads (which you should), don't start with advertising or social media.  Start by building your referral network.   #4. Planning your projects Every decision on a project is going to be made at some point.  You can either decide in the heat of battle, when labor and equipment costs are racking up...or you can do it in advance. Planning is simply making decisions in advance. You can spend 4 hours planning your work and expect to save or avoid $5,000 - $10,000 in costs, making your time worth $1,250 - $2,500 per hour. #5. Preparing and reviewing contracts. Don't assume just because the contract is "boilerplate" or "standard" that it's OK.  You should review every contract and look at: - Payment terms - Insurance requirements - Dispute resolution terms - Reporting requirements - Scope of work - Contract documents - Owner obligations   #6. Building systems  Think of building systems as investing your time, and getting a return on time invested (ROTI). For example: If you spend 10 hours creating a system or process that will save your company 100 hours per year, that is a good ROTI, which could make that time worth over $1,000 per hour.   #7. Hiring and Training You could spend 3 days recruiting, interviewing and hiring for a key role (PM, superintendent, etc.) who will generate $10,000 profit per month. That means the time spent hiring is worth $5,000 per year.   #8. Strategic Sourcing / Vendor Negotiation I spent a couple of hours negotiating a better deal with a crushed stone supplier a few years ago.  The result? I saved $500 per day...every day. When negotiating, I recommend giving the vendor a price target, instead of asking for their best price.  Start the conversation with, "Will you take....?" Other ideas include: - Negotiating for free delivery service. - Contact your insurance agent and get better rates. - Call your credit card company and negotiate a lower interest rate. - Negotiate a lower lease rate with your landlord in return for renewing the lease. - Set up a commercial account with your parts supplier and negotiate a discount off retail. - Buy fuel in bulk. - Start with the suppliers you buy the most from and work your way down the list.   #9. Quality control  To prevent rework, punchlist issues, warranty problems, and long term risks that result in litigation, perform your own quality control inspections. Identify key points in your projects when work gets concealed or covered up, and inspect the work to verify compliance with the contract documents. For example: - Inspect building subgrade before foundations are installed. - Pre-pour inspections before concrete slabs are poured. - Framing and rough-in inspections before insulation and drywall goes in. - Above ceiling inspections before ceiling tile installation. - Water testing of windows and building envelope materials. - Roofing inspections. I have identified mistakes and potential risks worth hundreds of thousands of dollars during quality control inspections. What if you could spend one hour doing quality control and find an issue that would have cost $1,000?  Would that be time well spent?   #10. Strategic planning As a business owner, it is IMPERATIVE that you have a vision and direction for your business.  Investing the time in your business to develop your vision, then turn that into a strategic action plan will accelerate the growth of your business.   Resources mentioned in this construction podcast: The CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS ACCELERATOR - Maximize revenue, put financial stress and anxiety behind you and turn your business into a well-oiled machine. Outsource your bookkeeping headaches:  Click here to learn more about the special package Apparatus Contractor Services put together for the CLE Nation. Tsheets app for timesheets Archisnapper app for jobsite inspections, checklists and reports  

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EP15: Mark & Nicole Black: From Start Up To $1M As Men In White But first, get the FREE DYB App today on your... iPhone here www.DYBCoach.com/iPhoneApp Android here www.DYBCoach.com/AndroidApp   SUMMARY: In this unique episode of DYB, Steve invites his wife April Burnett in a joint interview with Mark and Nicole Black of 'Men in White Painting;' a Husband-and-Wife team based in Mount Vernon, Illinois.     The couple's story begins with both involved in the Black's family business, selling medical equipment. With a strong desire to branch off and create something of their own, Mark and Nicole started "Men in White Painting."     Along the journey, however, there were severe challenges that threatened the Black's financial stability multiple times, from several moves to different cities, to Mark slaving away at 16+ hour workdays to make ends meet.     Join us for a ride through the Black's Past: Stories of intense hardship, mistakes, and how it all made the couple's marriage stronger.     --   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: -Why 'working harder' is not always the right answer to business problems   -What it's like to work with a spouse in the business, and how to make it work.   -Why the city you choose to operate in is paramount to the success of the business.     --   QUOTES: "If your wife is scared, or nervous, or not on board with a decision, it's not time."   "In the beginning, every day we woke up passionate about building something for our future."   "I couldn't fail. It wasn't an option." "Know your numbers."   "Always exceed expectations." "Customer Experience supersedes even the completion of the job."     --   HIGHLIGHTS:   10:38 How did Mark get his first customers?   15:54 Where did Mark's sense of ownership come from?   29:26 What were the darkest times for Men & White Painting?   39:40 What were some paradigm shifts that allowed Mark and Nicole to succeed?     --   LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   Postplanner     TSheets     Basecamp 2     Estimate Rocket     Start With Why - Simon Sinek     5 Levels of Leadership     Turn This Auto Drip on to Create Your Own Line of Credit     ADDITIONAL FREE RESOURCES: Join DYB DYB System PDF EP01 9 Steps to Doubling Your Business Part 1 52 Blog Post Ideas PDF YouCanBookMe VIDEO Pre-qualifying Questions PDF Video Testimonial Checklist PDF 3 Steps To Get Leads From FB PDF 11 Interview Questions PDF 9 Ways To Get HOA Work PDF Connect with Mark and Nicole Black on Facebook here Connect with Steve on Facebook here Press and hold to visit the page Show Page Notes   Thank you very much for joining us today! If you received value, would you take a quick few seconds and leave us a review on iTunes, please?

EP17: Christian Militello Shares How Building Company Culture Increases Bottom Line SUMMARY: In this episode of DYB, Steve Interviews Christian Militello; Owner and Operator of Militello Painting & Pressure Washing.   Since his youth, Christian has always taken after his grandfather in handyman work. When Christian decided that college wasn't his desired path, he ended up leaving to begin painting and pressure-washing for a friend.   After-hours, Christian built up a client base large enough to quit his job, growing Millitello Painting & Pressure Washing up until today.   Enjoy this episode as we dive into Christian's background, Company Culture, and implementation of the DYB System.   -- WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: -How has Christian created an exceptional company culture at Militello Painting? -How has the implementation of the DYB system significantly helped Chrisitan's hiring process? -What tools and systems does Christian use to help streamline his business?   -- QUOTES: "Some shifts for us were to be more structured. Having a repetitive system, and starting from basics." "Go with your Gut." "Stay top of mind." "When guys would start complaining about someone else, instead ask 'what can you do to help this person?' Immediately nip the negativity in the bud." "Really your company culture comes from yourself."   -- HIGHLIGHTS: 4:54 What was Christian's biggest challenge when starting the business? 9:04 What was the biggest paradigm shift for Christian in running the business? 13:39 Which DYB system led to the greatest results for Militello Painting? 16:17 How does Christian get most of his leads? 19:00 How does Christian instill a great company culture? 33:22 Christian leaves the listeners with parting advice.   -- LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The DYB App   DYB 11 Interview Questions   Traction - Gino Wickman   E-Myth -  Michael Gerber   Go-Giver - Bob Burg   The 10x Rule - Grant Cardone   YouCanBookMe   Acuity Scheduling   Zapier   PEP Estimating Software   Responsabid   Pipeline Deals   Allclients CRM   Group.me   Basecamp 2   Wunderlist   Grasshopper   Hubdock   TSheets   ReviewBuzz ADDITIONAL FREE RESOURCES: Join DYB DYB System PDF EP01 9 Steps to Doubling Your Business Part 1 52 Blog Post Ideas PDF YouCanBookMe VIDEO Pre-qualifying Questions PDF Video Testimonial Checklist PDF 3 Steps To Get Leads From FB PDF 11 Interview Questions PDF 9 Ways To Get HOA Work PDF Connect with Christian Militello on Facebook here Connect with Steve on Facebook here Thank you very much for joining us today! If you received value, would you take a quick few seconds and leave us a review on iTunes, please?

SUMMARY:   In this episode of DYB, Steve interviews Lisa Moon, Co-Owner of Paper Moon Painting based in San Antonio & Austin, Texas.   Owned and Operated by a Husband & Wife Team, Paper Moon's story begins humbly, running exclusively by subcontractors out of the Moon family's home.   Over the last six years, Paper Moon has grown to an award-winning $3Million+ company, providing a high-quality painting service that exclusively serves family homes in upper-class neighborhoods.   Enjoy this conversation as Lisa dives into her methods for acquiring leads, opening a satellite location in a new town, and maintaining a company culture as they grow.   --   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:    -Lisa's methods for ringing up business immediately in a new location -Paper Moon's experience with opening a satellite location in a new city, and what they'd do differently -The importance of Culture in growing a painting company sustainably   --   QUOTES:    "We're a systems company that delivers painting projects." "Trust and Delegate." "Change takes time. Be patient and trust everything will be better in the end." "Culture eats strategy for breakfast." "In growth mode, you'll take almost any warm body. We have work, we need guys. But then we realized we want to keep the culture strong. We don't want C Players who will keep us down."   --   HIGHLIGHTS:    [1:59] How did Paper Moon get started? [10:05] What has Lisa's experience been hiring Hispanic workers? [20:58] What did Lisa learn from opening a satellite location, and what would she do differently? [32:36] What change made the biggest difference in Lisa's Business? [36:47] What part does culture play in Lisa's company?   --   LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:    11 Interview Questions to Hire for Character   DYB System Chart   TSheets   You Can Book Me   Estimate Rocket   Work The System   The E-Myth Revisited - Michael Gerber   Good to Great   The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team   --    ADDITIONAL FREE RESOURCES:  Join DYB DYB System PDF EP01 9 Steps to Doubling Your Business Part 1 52 Blog Post Ideas PDF YouCanBookMe VIDEO Pre-qualifying Questions PDF Video Testimonial Checklist PDF 3 Steps To Get Leads From FB PDF 11 Interview Questions PDF 9 Ways To Get HOA Work PDF   Connect with Lisa on Facebook here Connect with Steve on Facebook here   Press and hold to visit the page Show Page Notes   Thank you very much for joining us today! If you received value, would you take a quick few seconds and leave us a review on iTunes, please?

I'm joined by David Leary, Global Small Business Ecosystem Evangelist at Intuit. We discuss the insanity around the latest cryptocurrency (KodakCoin), our predictions for accounting in 2018, Intuit's acquisition of TSheets, the wasteful nature of recurring meetings, and how the IRS might soon have an API

This Podcast Is Episode Number 0241, And It Will Be About Unique Highly Profitable Contractors Use Job Costing And Financial Reports  Successful Contractors Find Keys To Growth And Profit In Their Accounting Halloween is the official Kickoff of the Holiday Season. Kids dress up as anything from Princesses to Pirates and every TV character in between. Time of smiles, giggles and lots of “pixie dust” and “magic wands.” Time for “Santa and his reindeer” to visit the malls with a fresh supply of Cookies and Candy.   Wait, let's not forget Thanksgiving with Turkey, Dressing, Yams, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Fruit Salad, Pumpkin Pie, Ice Cream and lots of Egg Nog. All of this leads to us in January wishing we ate less and exercised more in hopes to keep the pounds on and matched by the pounds off for a net gain of Zero.     Software and the desire to do everything with our phone is the “Grownup’s Version” of the Candy Store all year long. With a couple of clicks on my phone, I want to Buy Something Pay For Something Get Paid Immediately From My Customer Have all of the money go in or out of my bank account Now how do I then make all the transactions magically go to an accounting system Give me nice detailed reports Help me make simple and complex decisions. Begin with the end in mind. Construction Contractors want to know Job Costing on some projects but not on others. How does a Construction Contractor keep it simple to those around them who need to pick up all the loose pieces of paper (paper receipts or electronic documents)?   Start by thinking about the source and how the supplier can help Home Depot, Lowes, Major Suppliers will email the priced invoice to you. On each of the invoices is a line with a for the Purchase Order. Purchase Order crosses over from Packing Slips to final priced invoice. If the Construction Contractor is willing to Tell The Order Desk something (example job name, customer name, customer address), then there is a foundation for job costing reports. Putting all of the receipts for a single job in a Job Folder or Job Envelope will help if you need to make a material return, find a part number, serial number, color used.   Many online Project Management, Estimating, Invoicing or Scheduling Programs will allow pictures to be uploaded. Before and After pictures are great. Helps the Construction Contractor look back or the project for missing items that need to be billed. Resell value of the project to the customer.     In a “Manual Accounting System” or an “Excel Based Accounting System,” all the loose receipt are being added up. If a Construction Contractor loses or files their recap sheet, it is then harder to figure out it a specific job made any money. All the notes are in the folder and who knows where the folder is.  A favorite tool of mine is TSheets TSheets is an electronic timecard that can track employees in real time with GPS tracking. Are employees on the Job Where You Expect Them To Be?   One tracking method inside TSheets is tied to Workers Comp requirements for your state.   Do you have to report hours by Plumbing, Electrical, Heating, Drywall, Framing, etc.?   Web Based Online Time Card For Construction Contractors Links To QuickBooks Job Costing   Click On The Image Below To Calculate Your Savings! Fast Easy Accounting Your Certified TSheets Consultant   For Construction Contractors Across The U.S.A! Finally! Construction Contractors have a way for your construction workers to submit accurate time cards chock full of the data needed to generate useful Job Costing Reports without the hassle of pen and paper and the excuse that it takes too long because it can be done on their smartphone! Another method of tracking is tied to tasks that would help with future Estimating.   Think instead of Kitchen, Master Bath, Main Bath, Powder Room, Deck, Family Room, Den, Man Cave, Patio, Roof, Sun Room, Gazebo, Cabana, Swimming Pool, Shop, Shed, Play Equipment, Landscaping, Rockery.   Why am I saying track this way? Because when you talk to me about your jobs – You describe the room you were working on. In my experience, When you are looking for a new job you are thinking back on other projects by the room not by how many sheets of sheetrock you are going to be using. It the new project larger, smaller, fancier, simpler than the previous job? Is the new project you are estimating a combination of several other projects?   QuickBooks Desktop will give you easily Job Profitability Reports.   Did the job make a profit or was it non-profitable? Key things between profitable are the basics.   Did you change sales tax if required Did you charge for Change Orders Did you collect a Deposit and apply it properly Did you give Notice To The Owner and preserve your lien rights. At the end of the job is not the time to think about it as the window has already passed. If you have Job Accounts or a primary supplier that delivers to the job they will send a Notice To The Owner to preserve their lien rights for material. if not consider zlien. zlien ZLIEN secures fair payment on every project by making lien rights easy. No printing out forms, no checking mail orders, and no reading tedious legal documents. "Mechanics lien and bond claim rights are connected to $960 billion in construction payments every year. We help material suppliers, lenders, and everybody in between easily manage these rights. By making lien rights simple, zlien facilitates successful projects, smooth payments, and happy people. Our mission is to enable all project stakeholders to protect their finances and succeed in their jobs, all without a drop of stress"  -  Click here to learn more about zlien, The Mechanics Lien & Construction Payment Platform. ____________________ We recommend using your Phone and apps to track your scheduling and send invoices to your customers. But do not expect a Phone App to replace a Construction Accounting System and give you proper reports. Any time a software says it will do everything it won’t. Perfect Example is MS Office is a full suite of useful software that we all use every day. For all of the ways Excel is used; it does not replace a formal Construction Accounting System but instead, works with Construction Accounting Systems. Many QuickBooks Desktop Reports can export to Excel and reverse is true many Excel Lists can be imported into QuickBooks Desktop. QuickBooks Desktop does not do everything which is why many Construction Contractors will have an Estimating Software with the Building Trades specific tasks and pricing or Dispatch Software with a Time Card feature like T-Sheets which imports into QuickBooks Desktop. We use an Intuit Approved Commercial Host to provide you with access to QuickBooks Desktop in a mobile environment. This is one of the applications modern contractors need in today’s world. With remote desktop application, internet connection and a tablet, notebook, etc. Many Construction Contractors can work from their mobile office (front seat of their truck). If their tablet or notebook go traveling without them and their data is safe in the cloud.  After Hurricane Sandy, I heard many stories where Construction Contractors had their servers in the basement. What got flooded; their basement! When it is time to leave in a hurry; the last thing that is on the short list to remember to take is the server with the accounting data located in the basement.   Back to happier thoughts, we embrace Cloud-Based products, because many of them can be easily accessed from the phone, tablet, notebook, choice of PC, Mac, and Windows, Android or iPhones.   Our Document Management Systems links to your bank and credit card company. You manage what documents and data we receive by keeping the feeds up and working. We want to do what we do best – Enter the receipts, invoices, customer payments properly into a Construction Accounting System. For Fast Easy Accounting, this is QuickBooks Desktop Version. Our Goal is to get everything possible out the data provided, so you the Construction Contractor have information to run your business effectively and make a profit. Help us help you grow.     Without proper information – You are just guessing.  We are here to help!   About The Author: https://www.fasteasyaccounting.com/free-one-hour-consultation-bookkeeping Sharie DeHart, QPA is the co-founder of Business Consulting And Accounting in Lynnwood Washington. She is the leading expert in managing outsourced construction bookkeeping and accounting services companies and cash management accounting for small construction companies across the USA. She encourages Contractors and Construction Company Owners to stay current on their tax obligations and offers insights on how to manage the remaining cash flow to operate and grow their construction company sales and profits so they can put more money in the bank. http://www.fasteasyaccounting.com/sharie-dehart/ 206-361-3950 or sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com I trust this podcast helps you understand that outsourcing your contractor's bookkeeping services to us is about more than just “doing the bookkeeping”; it is about taking a holistic approach to your entire construction company and helping support you as a contractor and as a person. We Remove Contractor's Unique Paperwork Frustrations We understand the good, bad and the ugly about owning and operating construction companies because we have had several of them and we sincerely care about you and your construction company! That is all I have for now, and if you have listened to this far please do me the honor of commenting and rating the Podcast  www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast Tell me what you liked, did not like, tell it as you see it because your feedback is crucial and I thank you in advance. You Deserve To Be Wealthy Because You Bring Value To Other People's Lives! I trust this will be of value to you and your feedback is always welcome at www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast This Is One more example of how Fast Easy Accounting is helping construction company owners across the USA including Alaska and Hawaii put more money in the bank to operate and grow your construction company. Construction accounting is not rocket science; it is a lot harder than that, and a lot more valuable to construction contractors like you so stop missing out and call Sharie 206-361-3950 or email sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com Contractor Bookkeeping Done For You! 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The Green Apple Podcast does weekly "Green Apple Slices", where John Garrett and Rachel Fisch discuss a recent business article related to the Green Apple Message. These shorter segments are released each Monday, so don't miss an episode by subscribing on iTunes or an Android app. This week, John and Rachel talk about their highlights from the Accountex Conference in Boston last week. From Rachel's breakout session and panel discussion, to John being on The Key Accounts Facebook Live video, to the Sage VIP Event, and then the TSheets private tour of Fenway Park, they both had a great time and appreciated meeting so many of their listeners!

In this episode, we learn from Jen Hetherington. As the Senior Vice President of Marketing & Global for TSheets, she shares insights on how to balance a busy work schedule with being a devoted mom. And how one hike completely changed her approach to life.

In Part 5 of our series featuring the 2016 Most Powerful Women in Accounting, Joe speaks with Sandra Wiley. Sandra is the President of Boomer Consulting, Inc. and has been consistently recognized as one of the most influential people in accounting. In this episode, Joe and Sandra discuss integral aspects of firm management, including the characteristics of a strong leader and how create a working team culture, as well as concrete actions to move your firm to the Client Advisory Services model.

In Part 4 of our series featuring the 2016 Most Powerful Women in Accounting, Joe speaks with Dawn Brolin. Dawn is the managing member of Powerful Accounting, an accounting and consulting firm that recently added a powerful niche to their services – IRS audit & bankruptcy accounting. Joe and Dawn discuss her journey from sole practitioner to firm builder, how she has created standard processes and procedures to maximize her firm’s growth, and some of the challenges and opportunities for QuickBooks ProAdvisors in today’s changing technological landscape within the accounting profession.

Effective December 1, some 4 million salaried U.S. workers will be subject to time-tracking and overtime pay who were exempt from those rules before. It's likely that reading company news or other internal communication on a smartphone will be considered "work" under these rules -- that is, if employees in this group aren't paid for the time they spend consuming internal comms content aren't compensated for it, your company could be subject to legal action by an employee or the Department of Labor. In this FIR Interview, Shel Holtz talks with Simon Worsfold of TSheets about the new rules, who those 4 million employees are, how companies need to prepare, and what you need to consider when communicating the issue.Continue Reading → The post FIR Interview: Simon Worsfold on Risk of Communicating Outside Work Hours appeared first on FIR Podcast Network.

Matt Rissell is the Co-Founder & CEO of TSheets (https://www.tsheets.com/). He shares a great story from his last company that led to the founding of TSheets Time Tracking Software. Matt talks about the early days of prototyping TSheets and wondering whether it could become a real business. Matt bootstrapped for a long time and he shares some great tips on building a startup to last. The Podcast Transcription can be found at http://www.kruzeconsulting.com/founders_and_friends/podcast/Matt-Rissell-of-TSheets-Simple-Time-Tracking-Software

Looking to get the most out of your small biz team? Want to build a vibrant and thriving working culture, but not sure how to go about it? In this episode of Xero Gravity we chat to Matt Rissell, CEO at Tsheets, about how awesome workplace culture and passionate people make for a truly magnificent day at the office. A people-first leader, Matt explains that great culture comes from encouraging feedback and listening first. “You have to trust each other enough to fight. The truth is if you're going to go fight and tell somebody why you disagree with them on something there's a level of vulnerability that takes place,” Matt says. “So I'm a big believer in having confrontation; good, healthy conflict face to face with each other.” Listen in as Matt shares tips on building a wonderful place for his employees to work, complete with open door policies, book clubs and even fly fishing.

This Podcast Is Episode Number 0170 And It Will Be About Ten Construction Tools You Can Fit in Your Pocket Today's Guest Article Is From Simon Worsfold A Copywriter At TSheets There are some tools that apps will never replace. Hammers for example. But smartphones are making lighter work for many in construction and the industry has definitely switched on to their potential. According to at least two recent surveys, one by On Center and the other by JBKnowledge, four out of five construction workers are now using apps on the job site. From punch lists to project management, there’s a huge range of construction apps out there now and to help you choose the best of them, TSheets has recently announced a new “Top Ten Construction Apps” awards. For A Tsheets 14 Day Free Trial Go To https://www.fasteasyaccounting.com/tsheets The winners fall into ten categories: Safety, Estimates & Bids, Measurements, Time Tracking, Photo Annotation, Task Management, Blueprints, Project Management, Reporting, and Communication. There’s also a Virtual Toolbox category with recommendations for a high-exposure safety app called Fall Safety as well as practical tools for roofing and carpentry. But the big winners in the awards are apps that specialize in calculating and sharing critical information such as measurements, blueprints, and reports, and many of them are either free or have free trial versions that give you a chance to try them out yourself. Interested in adding some new apps to your toolbelt? Head over to TSheets’ website now to find out who won. Save Time and Money on the Job Site The experts have weighed in, the reviews have been tallied, and your peers in the field have cast their votes. These are the top 10 apps for the construction industry in 2016—able to accomplish everything from bidding to time tracking to calculations and measurements for contractors and mobile workers. How can these apps improve your business? Keep reading below to learn what makes each of these construction apps #1 in their area of specialty, and how they can revolutionize communication, collaboration, and profitability for you and your crew. Read customer reviews, pros and cons, business benefits, and more. This is technology that will help you do your job—not replace it. The future of construction is bright for contractors and crews with their feet on the ground and these best-of-breed apps in hand. ___________________________________________________________________ Best App for Safety SafeSite What if you could save lives and save paper at the same time? With SafeSite, you can. The app was developed by construction professionals, for construction professionals and aims to decrease the number of workplace injuries while increasing productivity, reducing paperwork, and keeping everything organized in one handy app. SafeSite is a digital solution that allows field workers to upload checklists, conduct safety inspections, and export completed forms with accuracy and speed—all while ensuring compliance. Using the mobile app, you can log safety hazards and observations on the spot and automatically notify responsible parties for a solution. Safesite will track and log the progress of each resolution along the way. Features ·    Report safety hazards on the spot, then assign follow-up actions and deadlines ·    Create custom inspections, checklists, and forms ·    Share reports and from the field instantly to internal and external parties—saving time and paper! ·    Generate daily and weekly automated safety reports for effortless compliance ·    Upload pictures to communicate quickly and effectively with everyone involved—no matter when or where ·    Create plant and equipment profiles, and complete scheduled inspections against them ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Estimates And Bids Job Flex Being able to quickly and easily create estimates for customers using an estimating app is critical. The difference between gaining a new client and losing a potential job often hinges on how quickly and professionally you can turn that estimate around. With JobFLEX, there's no tech savvy needed. Deliver estimates on the spot, with or without a cellular connection. Create and edit customizable forms, then just drag and drop line item costs, materials, and photos. When you're finished, preview, email or print the estimate with one tap. Features ·    Create estimates with or without Wi-Fi/a cell signal ·    Easily build editable materials list ·    Include photos in estimates for reference and a professional touch ·    Use customizable formats for each estimate ·    Preview, email, or print estimates with just a tap ·    Get access to free, unlimited support ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Calculations And Measurement Construction Master Pro The fewer things you have to carry with you on the job, or when scoping out a new bid, the better. So why carry an extra calculator when you could just bring your phone? Whether you're laying stairs, determining how much drywall you need, or completing the right angle calculations when framing a roof, CM Pro is an intuitive, comprehensive alternative to a handheld construction calculator. Features ·    Created by Calculated, Inc., the standard in handheld construction calculators ·    Calculate dimensional math and conversions ·    Includes right-angle tools, compound miters, and costs per unit ·    Use customizable formats for each estimate ·    Easily convert between all standard measuring formats ·    Includes a trigonometry mode ·    User guides in both Spanish and English ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Time Tracking And Scheduling TSheets One of the most daunting (and time-consuming) aspects of running a construction company is staying on top of back-office tasks, like scheduling and payroll. Tracking your employees' hours and building a schedule in the cloud with TSheets—instead of old school with spreadsheets or paper—will save you time, money, and sanity. TSheets' intuitive, easy-to-use app allows your employees to track their time right from their phones—or you can choose to clock in an entire crew at once, with the handy Crew App feature. From the administrator's dashboard, you'll also see where crew members are in real time through gps and and the Who's Working view. Features ·    Stay in the loop with notifications sent if employees don't clock into a job as scheduled, or approach overtime limits ·    Save 2-8% on gross payroll costs, and eliminate manual time entry ·    Improves employee accountability and accuracy of hours ·    Features In-app scheduling so employees can easily clock in and out of assigned jobs ·    Works as a viable alternative to geofencing, with GPS tracking ·    Mobile management options for workers on the go or at multiple job sites ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Photo Annotation Photo Measures Photo Measures is an innovative app that enables anyone from construction contractors to homeowners to record, save, and share measurements and dimensions—by directly annotating their own photos. Say sayonara to napkin sketches and illegible numbers, Photo Measures makes it easy to see and remember the exact measurements—any time, any place—no matter who took them. Never wonder, "Will this fit?" or "How much paint do we need?" again. Features ·    Zoom in and out for greater precision ·    Easily edit measurements and add comments ·    Export high resolution photos to email or save in your photo library ·    Take photos on the spot or import photos from your phone (any size will work!) ·    Organize recorded photos into folders directly from the app ·    Record unlimited measurements on unlimited photos ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Task Management Fieldwire There are plenty of task management apps out there—in fact, sorting through all of them can be a day's work in and of itself. But Fieldwire is a task management app made specifically for the construction industry is another matter. Fieldwire is a task management app built by construction professionals, for construction professionals, and lets project leaders, foremen, and superintendents delegate jobs and tasks quickly and easily, whether they're out in the field or back in the office. Create tasks tied to blueprints, job sites, or projects, and categorize tasks by job type (such as carpentry or electrical). You can also specify a deadline, priority level, related tasks, manpower, a checklist, photos, plus any notes you want to add. Features ·    Create punch lists right on your drawings and blueprints to put tasks in context. ·    Alert workers of assigned jobs by email or app message. ·    See instantly which tasks are complete or overdue. ·    Navigate quickly through your task lists by location or priority. ·    Add detail to your tasks by uploading photos, PDFs, and other attachments ·    Create daily reports to highlight progress and any outstanding jobs. ·    Share up-to-date technical drawings with whoever needs them. ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Construction Plans And Blueprints PlanGrid No more bulky paper copies to search through or costly reprints to run. No more emergencies when spilled coffee or illegible writing mean backtracking and guesswork. With PlanGrid, you get a portable blueprint creation tool and library that puts all your technical drawings right in your pocket. Designed for construction managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and home builders, PlanGrid keeps everyone on your project on the same page by syncing a master set of drawings, notes, and photos to your phone, tablet, or computer. Features ·    Take all your blueprints with you wherever you go. ·    Share plans, drawings, and notes instantly with whoever needs them. ·    Add personal or public notes straight onto your plans. ·    Make and send requests for information (RFIs) on any project. ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Project Management Co-Construct Ever wish you had an extra project manager on site to help you evaluate, bid out, and complete a project? Now you have one in your pocket. Co-Construct is a project management tool for home builders and remodelers that stores all the information you need to build or remodel a home. The app can be used at every stage of a project's lifecycle, from the initial bidding process through to completion and beyond. Use it to create project estimates and proposals, invite and manage bids from subcontractors, store all your plans and specifications, track project costs, schedule and manage jobs on the worksite, create and manage change orders, update your accounting data, and manage punch list items on completed projects that are still under warranty. Features ·    Reduces paperwork at every stage of your project: from proposal to completion. ·    Improves communication with your clients and subcontractors. ·    Includes bid management, cost management, and labor management tools. ·    Syncs with QuickBooks to create invoices and cost forecasts. ·    Allows you to manage all your projects from a single dashboard. ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Reporting Raken Reports should help you analyze, streamline, document, and identify problems in your construction business—not slow it down. Raken is a daily reporting tool for construction managers, superintendents, and foremen that speeds up the reporting process when filing incident reports, work logs, and to-do lists—and it can all be done right from the job site. Simply type your reports straight into your phone or tablet or let the app do it for you by recording voice memos for the app to transcribe. When your report is complete, the app will create a signed PDF with all your notes and photos on it which you can share with whoever needs it Features ·    Create daily, time-stamped work reports out in the field. ·    Type reports, or record voice memos for the app to transcribe ·    Record climatic information and any time lost to bad weather. ·    Attach photos, videos, and audio files to any notes you make. ·    Create an instant PDF copy of your report to share by email. ___________________________________________________________________ Best App For Communication BuilderTREND Keeping everyone on the same page and in the know is hard. But streamlined, effective, real-time communication means fewer errors, a better experience for your employees and customers and a better reputation. BuilderTREND was created especially for the construction workspace to connect everyone involved in a project (from the builder, to the contractor, to the customer) with every single detail—every step of the way. It features automatic updates and real-time notifications that allow builders to manage projects, collaborate, and communicate with subcontractors, vendors, project managers, and customers. Features ·    Easily document and share job logs from the field—record notes using voice to text (or your keyboard), and add a progress photo each step of the way ·    Assign to-do items to yourself, your workers, or your associates ·    Share and annotate photos and blueprints right from the job site ·    Use in-app messaging (fast, easy, and organized) to communicate quickly; search by topic, leave a comment, and restrict who can (or can't) see your response ·    Coordinate with subcontractors and trade partners—send big requests and purchase orders straight from your mobile device ·    Track and accept online payments ___________________________________________________________________   About The Author: Simon Worsfold is a copywriter at TSheets, a top-rated time tracking app that helps hundreds of thousands of employees to track their time simply and accurately every day. Originally from Surrey in south east England, Simon now lives and works in Boise, Idaho.   Simon Worsfold Copywriter  |  888.836.2720 TSheets.com | 923 S. Bridgeway Place | Eagle, ID 8361 ___________________________________________________________________ I trust this podcast helps you understand that outsourcing your contractors bookkeeping services to us is about more than just “doing the bookkeeping”; it is about taking holistic approach to your entire construction company and helping support you as a contractor and as a person. We Remove Contractor's Unique Paperwork Frustrations We understand the good, bad and the ugly about owning and operating construction companies because we have had several of them and we sincerely care about you and your construction company! That is all I have for now and if you have listened this far please do me the honor of commenting and rating podcast www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast Tell me what you liked, did not like, tell it as you see it because your feedback is crucial and I thank you in advance. You Deserve To Be Wealthy, Because You Bring Value To Other People's Lives! I trust this will be of value to you and your feedback is always welcome at www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast This is one more example of how Fast Easy Accounting is helping construction company owners across the USA including Alaska and Hawaii put more money in the bank to operate and grow your construction company. Construction accounting is not rocket science; it is a lot harder than that and a lot more valuable to construction contractors like you so stop missing out and call Sharie 206-361-3950 or email sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com Thinking About Outsourcing Your Contractors Bookkeeping Services? Click On The Link Below: www.FastEasyAccounting.com/hs This guide will help you learn what to look for in outsourced construction accounting. Need Help Now? Call Sharie 206-361-3950 sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com Thank you very much and I hope you understand we really do care about you and all contractors regardless of whether or not you ever hire our services. Bye for now until our next episode here on the Contractors Success MAP Podcast. Warm Regards, Randal DeHart | Contractors Accountant Our Workflow Removes Your Paperwork Frustrations

Ep.43 Danetha Doe - Financial Freedom is a journey of self-love Today on episode 43 of the Cloud Stories podcast I’m talking with Danetha Doe. She is a celebrity financial strategist and sought after speaker on the “Future of Accounting”. She was selected to be a millennial brand ambassador for Xero in 2014 and named one of the Top 40 under 40 accounting professionals by CPA Practice Advisor in 2015. She is the creator of Financial Foundations, a 6-week bookkeeping training program for small business owners. Danetha Doe Consulting, LLC is a financial education company. They provide training programs for small business. And work with large FinTech companies to engage millennial and women entrepreneurs. Subscribe to Episode 42 of Cloud Stories on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/cloud-stories-heather-smith/id908333807 In the intro I mention the Timely 30 Day #SelfCare challenge. You can find out more about it here: - http://www.gettimely.com/self-care-challenge/signup/ Today’s episode is sponsored by Spotlight Reporting. In this episode I talk to Danetha about: From her days as an NFL cheerleader Danetha learnt that you can do accomplish anything that you set your mind too. Dancing involves a combination of physical, emotional and mental discipline. In business our mindset is so important to get things accomplished and become a great entrepreneur we have to believe that we can become an entrepreneur and that we deserve to have a successful business. Danetha grew up running track and approaches business like a full bodied sport. Having mental discipline is important to get things done and push through when times can be challenging. In track you can only get so far running track participating as an individual. You also need to be a good team player. In business Danetha sees herself as both an individual and a team player: it’s important to be laser focused on own business goals and take care of herself first and foremost. In addition if I find a way to help other people both of us can rise to a level that’s mutually beneficial. Clear Eyes, Full Hearts Can’t Lose – Danetha mantra is Financial Freedom is a journey of self-love: It’s about being in complete control of your life and your destiny. Danetha Doe Consulting is a financial education company – empowering others to make financial decisions that make the most sense for them. Maybe this is splurging on the spa or travel. When we completely ignore the finances, or hand it over to someone and expect them to make all the decisions – that is when things in their business can go sour. Danetha works with a lot of personal trainers – you cannot outsource your burpees! Danetha started her first business at twenty, after finishing university, selling active wear. This resulted in her becoming completely broke and very depressed in 2008. She felt she had failed as an entrepreneur. How could I make such a big financial mess of myself with my knowledge and drive? Danetha got some part time jobs. Initially at the Grand Canyon as a waitress…Then worked at a ski resort as an accountant. Ski Resort did really well with revenue – but still had cash flow issues. Danetha role was to figure out why they were doing so well at sales but were cash poor. She realised from this experience that cash flow challenges are across the board – they are a skill you have to learn. I hope through my own experiences my own clients will not have to go through hard times with cash flow and can learn from my experiences. That is where the idea for Danetha Doe Consulting came from. As a small business owner you are already crazy smart because you’ve launched a business – so you are smart enough to manage your finances as well. Discovered the disconnect between university education and the real world – you can only get so far with formal education - as a small business owner you have to get out there and do the work, and make mistakes and figure out what works for you. Danetha loves when her clients develop a sense of confidence and self-worth around what they do. Own the service and price you provide to the world. Paul Miller at Cornish Accountants in the UK asked: “In your coaching and mentoring role how has Xero and other cloud apps helped her & her clients?” Xero is one of the things that re-inspired Danetha to do accounting. Xero brings a sense of beauty to our work as accountants. It is the only platform that makes it approachable to do their books. Because of the beautiful design and layout they feel it is intuitive and it instils a sense of confidence that they can navigate around the system. Danetha is a big fan of Tsheets a time tracking tool. One of the first things Danetha does with clients is to increase their prices. She combs through their prices and they are normally undervaluing themselves so they will increase it. A part of being able to ‘own’ the new rate is to be able to see how much time they take to do a task – so they understand how much they need to charge. Paul Miller at Cornish Accountants in the UK asked “What cloud apps does she use to deliver her work?” I use Xero and Tsheet and a platform called thinkific to house training modules for my clients. Danetha has a blog at Money and Mimosas http://www.moneyandmimosas.com/ … It is a bookkeeping blog that includes a detail photo expose of someone enjoying a sugar Brazilian wax! She mixes up topics about skin care and mimosa’s with bookkeeping because she wanted one place where she could read about bookkeeping and skincare topics. The underlying why behind the blog is giving woman permission to feel OK about wanting to be pretty and getting paid. Danetha believes the future of accounting looks a lot like accountants moving into the role of a consulting or trusted advisor or outsourced CFO – though she is not sure how well this is being embodied yet. It will be less data and manual entry, and as we get into AI it will be less tax filing. As we move into a global world the tax barriers between countries will begin to start to melt. It will not be about servicing clients in the states if you live in the states. It will really be about ‘How can you help your clients grow their business using the financials in their company?’ With technology completely commoditising our work - we are now competing globally and we have to convince a client that we understand their deepest desires and deepest needs when it comes to their business. It’s about how can they grow their business. Marketing and branding helps you spread awareness about your company to these global clients as well as demonstrate your expertise within your specific niche. Danetha shares some examples of branding she has used in her own business to connect with clients on a human level and transition it to business. Danetha talks about her various partnerships. Danetha loves conversations and connecting with people who are passionate about their business. Today’s episode is sponsored by Spotlight Reporting. Resources mentioned in this interview moneyandmimosas.com/ thinkific Tsheets Xero Connect with Danetha Doe danethadoe.com twitter.com/danethadoe Instagram.com/danethadoe

Skilled workforce shortage problem? Here are some tips... Welcome to Episode #48 of The Construction Leading Edge podcast from www.constructionleadingedge.com, which tackles the skilled workforce shortage problem facing the construction industry. Are you facing the upcoming months wondering how you're going to staff your project load? Having more work than you have workers to do it is a good problem....but it's still a problem. Maybe you have heard construction thought leaders discuss the skilled labor shortage in our industry, and heard them talk about going into high schools and trade schools to tell kids that a career in the construction industry is a great way to raise a family. You're shaking your head thinking, "That's a great idea, but that doesn't help me next week or next month." You need some solid strategies that will help you next month, next week...or even tomorrow. If that's you, then this podcast will help. You need to listen to the entire podcast, but here are a few nuggets for you....  Load shedding : The deliberate shutdown of parts of a system to prevent failure of the entire system, when demand strains the capacity of the system. Load shedding, a strategy used by electrical engineers, can also be used to help solve your workforce shortage problem. Step #1: Identify your Key Revenue Producing activities Step #2: Determine the personnel involved in those activities - they are your Key Revenue Producers  Step #3: Identify the non-revenue producing activities your Key Revenue Producers are spending time on Step #4: Eliminate, Automate and Delegate to "load shed" those activities Eliminate unnecessary paperwork, moving material around the job, and time wasted talking. Automate activities like timesheet tracking (Tsheets) and field reporting (Archisnapper) Delegate activities like buying material, renting tools, servicing and transporting equipment to less skilled staff members. Click here to give a few bucks to support The Construction Leading Edge  Check out my Resource page for a bunch of helpful courses, articles, book recommendations and other stuff that will help you. Hope this helps. Todd

This Podcast Is Episode Number 0154 And It Will Be About Unique QuickBooks Features Contractors Need To Succeed You're A Smart Contractor And You Know QuickBooks Has The AnswersYou Need To Operate And Grow Your Construction Company Every time you or your bookkeeper opens the darn thing it sits there and does nothing. That's because QuickBooks is deaf and dumb! The people that developed QuickBooks are genius’s and I really mean it because the products they put out are top drawer!When you understand they designed it to be sold to all industries, not just my favorite, construction you begin to see the problem; it has tons of stuff contractors don't need. QuickBooks Is Hard For Contractors Learn And Use I know it because for the first 10 years of using it I yelled at it, slammed my fist on the desk, cussed it out, called it every name in the book, threatened it by beating keyboards until they shattered into a million pieces and I got a bloody fist.I tried asking nicely, performed a variety of song and dance routines, pleaded with it, bought and read dozens of books all claiming to have the answers to make QuickBooks do what I needed it to do, called QuickBooks technical support and got nowhere because I only speak English.After all of that I spent weeks learning the QODBC (QuickBooks Open Database Connector) and how to use it only to discover it's a rabbit hole that never ends. The more you try to make QuickBooks do something you need it to do the deeper you need to go until you wake up and realize you forgot what you were trying to do in the first place.To make matters worse not only do you need 10,000 Hours Practice To Master Strategic Construction Bookkeeping but nowadays you need to have intense skills in Project Management to wade through the millions of online applications to find the ones that say they work with QuickBooks and then you need a computer science laboratory to test them and tweak them to fit into a Construction Document Collection and Management System. Five Online QuickBooks Features Contractors Like You Need To Succeed 1. Online Download Banking And Credit Cards That We Put In  QuickBooks2. Online Bill Payments And We Put The Transactions Into QuickBooks3. Online Time Tracking And Time Cards Which We Put It In QuickBooks4. Online Payroll And Tax Reporting Which We Put Into QuickBooks 5. Online Financial Management Reports Which We Put Into QuickBooks 1. Online Download Bank And Credit Card Transactions Using QuickBooks as an electronic check register is the number one reason contractors buy QuickBooks. You need a way to keep track of your money. Then the banks and credit card companies started offering to download transactions directly into QuickBooks and that seemed like a miracle because of all the time and money you would save in data entry.Very quickly you found out that downloading transactions from the bank or credit card companies directly into QuickBooks made a "Pigs Breakfast" of your Financial and Job Costing Reports.We have the answer. Our Contractor Bookkeeping Workflow downloads your bank and credit card transactions into our enhanced Hubdoc Secure Paperless System For Contractors where our Bookkeeping Workflow separates and codes each transaction where our Highly Skilled Team Of Construction Bookkeepers inputs each transaction into the proper place in your QuickBooks Desktop Version In The Cloud. 2. Online Bill Payment System "Online Invoicing and Bill Pay is the next great leap in productivity since the introduction of the cell phone!" - Randal DeHart, Premier Construction Accountant Online invoicing and bill paying and is saving construction contractors time and money by streamlining their entire processes which means they and getting paid faster and putting more money in the bank to operate and grow their construction company.With the optional bill tracking and bill payment services they are increasing bottom line profits by avoiding late fees and taking advantage of vendor discounts which in some cases can generate 36% Return on Investment!Online bill paying services were originally developed as a way to save individuals and businesses time and money during the bill paying process and have since grown to encompass a whole host of services designed to reduce the need for highly paid office staff.For example a part-time bookkeeper paid $15.00 an hour will cost you approximately $25.29 an hour after all of the taxes and overhead.How much time and money would your construction company save if you and your field workers could use a smartphone, tablet, iPhone, laptop or notebook to invoice the job when you are done and email your customer or client before leaving the job? What would it be worth to you in time saved, misunderstandings with the bookkeeper and general aggravation?  3. Online Time Tracking And Time cards Online Time Card Calculator For Construction Contractors Links To QuickBooks Job Costing And Actually Works!"No more illegible or lost paper time cards, or payroll spreadsheets; TSheets is sweeping business owners and bookkeepers everywhere off their feet with fast, easy, and mobile time tracking for payroll.With employee hours tracked in real time, employee timesheets are ready for payroll whenever you are. It's delightfully easy time tracking for delightfully fast payroll." - Quote From TSheets Website 4. Online Payroll Processing And Tax Reporting Getting timecards into QuickBooks and processing payroll can be a big hassle for your construction company. Timecards come in late causing payroll to be under enormous pressure to meet direct deposit deadlines Tracking employee bonuses, reimbursements and garnishments take time and money and can cost your company some serious fines, penalties and lost productivity if you don't have handled correctly. Employee advances and loans that you forget to deduct can drain away your entire profit The Best Part Is You Decide When To Release The Payroll Checks! Because you never, never, never, never want to let anyone have access to your company bank accounts! That is one of the fastest ways to lose everything you own so do not do it! Any payroll service or rotten accounting firm that suggests they will keep your payroll and tax deposits in their "Trust Account" do not have your best interest in mind! No matter what you have been told at the contractors round table you, the business owners are 100% responsible for paying all your payroll taxes no matter what happened to the tax deposit including a bad bookkeeper who embezzled it or an rotten accountant that lost it playing the stock market. We do not touch your money! We can process the payroll for direct deposit, you can print them on your office printer, we can print them for you in our office, YOU MUST BE PRESENT, you can hand write them from the paystub we send you, whatever is best for you! We can prepare the payroll tax reports and you decide when and how to pay the taxes! PS: If you are having issues with back taxes we can help and I mean real help, not the kind you see on television.  5. Online Financial Management Reporting For Contractors The number two reason contractors buy QuickBooks is to get financial reports.We have come to an agreement with Fathom, the developers of the Financial Statement And Strategic Management Reporting Tool and we have integrated into our Unique Contractor Bookkeeping Workflow System For Contractors In U.S.A. We feel so strongly about how this tool and all of the ways it can help you operate and grow your contracting company that it is FREE for our clients!The key difference between this reporting tool and plain QuickBooks financial statements is the data is customized specifically for your Contracting Company and it will help you understand what the numbers mean; where you are making and losing money, so that you can make informed decisions which can increase your cash flow and profits.This reporting tool has a lot of information with easy to follow explanations in short paragraphs to help you make sense of it all. The goal is to provide you with insights and answers to help you operate and grow your Construction Contracting Company, put additional money in the bank, give you more freedom and greater peace of mind. If QuickBooks Is Not Giving Useful Reports No Reporting Tool Can Fix That! What typically happens is you or your bookkeeper spends 100's or 1,000's of hours inputting checks, bills, receipts and other documents and every time you run financial reports something looks strange and you begin to suspect something is wrong with QuickBooks.After researching the problem you discover your QuickBooks setup was done wrong. Your QuickBooks was setup for a company that needs regular accounting not construction accounting. The Only Solution Is Find someone who can setup QuickBooks for construction! We can help Call Sharie 206-361-3950 sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com I trust this podcast helps you understand that outsourcing your contractors bookkeeping services to us is about more than just “doing the bookkeeping”; it is about taking holistic approach to your entire construction company and helping support you as a contractor and as a person. We Remove Contractor's Unique Paperwork Frustrations We understand the good, bad and the ugly about owning and operating construction companies because we have had several of them and we sincerely care about you and your construction company! That is all I have for now and if you have listened this far please do me the honor of commenting and rating podcast www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast Tell me what you liked, did not like, tell it as you see it because your feedback is crucial and I thank you in advance. You Deserve To Be Wealthy, Because You Bring Value To Other People's Lives! I trust this will be of value to you and your feedback is always welcome at www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast This is one more example of how Fast Easy Accounting is helping construction company owners across the USA including Alaska and Hawaii put more money in the bank to operate and grow your construction company. Construction accounting is not rocket science; it is a lot harder than that and a lot more valuable to construction contractors like you so stop missing out and call Sharie 206-361-3950 or email sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com Thinking About Outsourcing Your Contractors Bookkeeping Services? Click On The Link Below: www.FastEasyAccounting.com/hs This guide will help you learn what to look for in outsourced construction accounting. Need Help Now? Call Sharie 206-361-3950 sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com Thank you very much and I hope you understand we really do care about you and all contractors regardless of whether or not you ever hire our services. Bye for now until our next episode here on the Contractors Success MAP Podcast. Warm Regards, Randal DeHart | Contractors Accountant We Remove Contractor's Unique Paperwork Frustrations

Matt Rissell, co-founder and CEO of TSheets, joins the Profit First Podcast. Matt dives into how time tracking protects employees and helps employers maximize their profitability.

TSheets Time Tracking for Payroll-Jessie BryantJessie Bryant of TSheets Time Tracking for Payroll in an interview by Kathy Hahn says she has a “fun” job in working with accounting professionals, in her position as Accountant Programs Director with TSheets, the payroll tracking system that integrates with QuickBooks.

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