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2 retirement plans for small businesses with lean budgetsSEP and SIMPLE IRAs are particularly suited to small businesses with tight budgets. Read on to learn about the benefits and potential disadvantages of these cost-effective employee retirement savings options. 
Moving beyond feast-or-famine fundraising for your nonprofitWhat if your fundraising efforts felt strategic instead of stressful? Shifting from one-off campaigns to an ongoing approach can get you there. 
Rethinking payment options for your businessCash, cards or digital payments? The right mix can affect your margins, customer experience and risk profile. Learn why some businesses are moving to a “cash-light” model. 
What sets internal and external audits apart — and why it mattersIt’s not just accounting jargon — there are real differences between internal and external audits. Learn how the right audit approach can strengthen controls, reduce risk and build stakeholder trust.
Don’t sleep on these after-tax-day tipsIt’s never too early to organize your tax documents. 
How to ensure your business really owns its intellectual propertySecuring ownership of your business’s IP is critical. Without the right legal agreements in place, employees or contractors could claim rights to these important value drivers. 
How to respond to suspected fraud within your nonprofitSuspected employee fraud can shake any nonprofit. But a thoughtful, well-coordinated response can help mitigate the impact and safeguard your mission. For some practical steps, start here. 
Cross-functional teams can boost collaboration — and salesDo your sales efforts feel disconnected from pricing, operations and customer service? A cross-functional sales team can help you connect the dots. Here’s how. 
Why longstanding nonprofits can’t afford to stand stillWell-established nonprofits face a distinct set of challenges that can make it difficult to stay on target. Learn to recognize (and overcome) common pitfalls that come with maturity. 
Building a culture of accountability in nonprofitsWhen nonprofit leaders embrace accountability, it can transform the organization. Start with clear ethics, strong leadership and transparent communication. Here’s how. 
AI in construction: 4 use cases to considerConstruction business owners: AI can’t solve every problem, but it’s becoming more and more useful for contractors. Here are some innovative, real-world applications. 
The ins and outs of materialityFor many business owners, materiality is a gray area in financial reporting. Learn how adopting a materiality mindset can sharpen your financial insights and help you make smarter business decisions. |
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