Essential Terms Every Entrepreneur Should Know
Understanding critical business concepts is pivotal to successfully managing a business. Don't get left in the dark, fill in the gaps with our quick glossary.
Finance & Operation Resources
Payroll Protection Program (PPP) FAQ
Get answers to frequently asked questions about the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) or loan forgiveness.
3 Things to Expect From Your Tax Advisor
Good tax advisors aren’t just for tax preparation. Learn what to expect from your tax advisor and if they are a good fit to help your business.
3 Tips for Increasing The Profitability of Your Business
Entrepreneurs often confuse making sales with making money. We shed light on the difference, and real insights into how to improve business profits and profitability.
Is Your Inventory a Liability?
When it comes to inventory management and accounting, what you don't know (or do) can hurt your bottom line. Get expert advice & support.
5 Signs You Are Ready to Scale a Business
Planning for growth is essential but scaling a business too soon can spell disaster. Understanding which stage your business is in can help determine the appropriate time to scale — and do so successfully. Here are five signs signaling it's time to scale up, and tips for optimizing a growth strategy.
How to Scale a Business
Scaling a business is all about growing a company to achieve a higher profit but it's harder than it sounds. Follow our guide to avoid the pitfalls and achieve success.
5 Signs Your Company is in Crisis (and Turnaround Tips)
Do these warning signs look familiar? Unlock your unmet potential by identifying areas of weakness and implementing a turnaround plan.
Year End Strategy: Essential Planning and Budgeting Tips
Year-end strategy & budgeting is essential. We share essential tips to closing out your year, as well as understanding where your business stands and where you're heading.
Controller or CFO: Which is Right for Your Business?
What is the difference between a controller and a CFO? We share how each can make or break your financial strategy, and how to get the most out of your financial team for business success.
Drew Lyon’s Tips About Mixing Personal and Business Banking
FE founder Drew Lyon shares insights on mixing personal and business banking, and the value of clean books and review systems.
Pivot Like A Pro
The most critical decision for a business leader to know is when to stay the course versus change direction. Focused Energy details down why pivoting, how and when makes sense for your organization.
Secret to Beating Goal-Setting Odds
We're wired to focus on outcomes, but amazing things can happen when we shift our mindset to the process vs the outcomes. Goals are more defined, easier to achieve, and we just might be happier along the way.
Bookkeeper Hiring Guide: Cost, Roles & Salary
Can you afford to hire a bookkeeper? The cost of a part-time bookkeeper can vary widely, depending on what you need and where you are located. View our guide on the role & costs of a bookkeeper.
Take Control of Your Finances
Focused Energy's Valerie Hiduke was a proud presenter at Longmont's 2020 Startup Week, sharing tips on setting your business up for financial success right away. Building a company from the ground up is one of the most difficult things for anyone to do. In comparison to the creative and logistical needs of getting of the ground, controlling your finances might...