“It’s not rocket science.” That’s what I frequently hear from business owners after asking, “Why in the world are you preparing your own payroll?” It turns out there’s a disconnect: between how simple a task may be, and how appropriate it is to do it yourself. Is It Time for “The Talk”? I often advise …
Read moreWe already looked at a profile to help identify thieving employees. Now let’s talk about prevention. That Won’t Happen in My Company! The first hurdle you need to overcome is this mindset. It’s why so many thieves get away with stealing so much for so long. Here’s the difficult truth: “One out of three business …
Read moreMy friend Jim was shocked. His office manager—trusted for over a decade, an integral part of his company, someone he considered practically family—was stealing from him. She had been giving herself bogus overtime and vacation pay for over a year. If he hadn’t stumbled onto her misdeeds, she probably would have continued to do so …
Read moreAs an English major who wandered into accounting, I often tell people I help clients understand the stories behind their numbers. Who’s the hero? Who’s the villain? Where are we in the plot? And if the story of your business is headed toward tragedy, how can we play with the characters to achieve a happy …
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