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How to Make Tax Time Easier: Simple Bookkeeping Habits That Pay Off All Year
As September winds down, it’s hard to believe there are really only three months left until year-end. As we move into the 4th quarter,...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Sep 233 min read


Why Peer-to-Peer Payment Apps Might Be Hurting Your Business (Even If You Love Them)
Think payment apps are the easiest way to get paid? Discover why payment apps might be hurting your business and explore better, professional payment solutions.

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Jul 185 min read


How AI Can Simplify Bookkeeping for Solopreneurs
As a solopreneur, bookkeeping often ends up on the back burner—but it doesn’t have to. With AI-powered tools, you can automate transaction categorization, invoicing, receipt capture, and even get real-time financial insights. These smart features save time, reduce errors, and help you stay on top of your numbers without the overwhelm. AI won’t replace your judgment—it supports you so you can focus more on growing your business.

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Jun 203 min read


Is the Cloud Safe for Your Bookkeeping?
Wondering if cloud bookkeeping is safe? As more software moves online — including QuickBooks — many small business owners are asking smart questions about data security. This post breaks down what cloud-based bookkeeping really means, how platforms like QuickBooks Online protect your data, and what simple steps you can take to keep your financial info safe. Learn why the cloud might actually be a more secure option than desktop software.

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
May 203 min read


Top 5 Non-Accounting Tools Every Solopreneur Should Know for Better Bookkeeping
Bookkeeping isn’t just about posting transactions, reconciling accounts, and financial reports. As a solopreneur or small business owner, you need to organize more than just your numbers—you need to organize your time, your files, your notes, and your workflow.
The good news? There are some powerful, non-accounting tools out there that can make staying on top of your bookkeeping smoother, faster, and a whole lot less stressful.
Here are five of my top picks that I recommend

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Apr 183 min read


Why Every Solopreneur Needs a Money Date (and How to Make It Work)
Schedule a Money Date—a simple, no-pressure check-in with your business finances that keeps you in control and helps you make smarter money

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Mar 173 min read


5 Common Bookkeeping Mistakes Solopreneurs Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Running your own business as a solopreneur is exciting, but managing your finances can sometimes feel overwhelming. Proper bookkeeping is...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Feb 183 min read


The Benefits of Starting the Year with a Clean Financial Slate
At the start of every year, we all set new goals, and make plans for the upcoming 12 months. And I get it, looking ahead at the...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Jan 173 min read


8 Productivity Hacks for Solopreneurs: Mastering Your Time and Energy
Does it ever feel like there’s just never enough time in the day to accomplish everything? As solopreneurs, we wear all the hats.

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Oct 18, 20243 min read


Setting Up Your Accounting Software: Beyond Plug-and-Play
Contrary to what much of the marketing out there says, most accounting software is not plug-and-play.

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Sep 19, 20243 min read


YES! You can Do Your Own Bookkeeping
I truly believe that there are business owners who can do their own books and those that maybe shouldn't. And I want to empower and support

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Aug 14, 20242 min read


HOW TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS SAVINGS
Wait, what? My business should have a savings account, too? In many cases, yes. Is it always necessary? No. I talk about only having a...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Oct 17, 20234 min read


Simple Tips to Improve Cash Flow
Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. But what exactly do we mean when we talk about cash flow? And why is it SO important to your...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Sep 18, 20234 min read


4 Common Bookkeeping Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
You probably already know that losing money is far easier than earning it. Running a business — even a one-person shop — and making money...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Mar 3, 20234 min read


Is One Business Bank Account Enough?
The short answer is yes, it can be. I work with many solopreneurs who have only one business bank account and it works well for them....

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Sep 7, 20224 min read


6 Things to Outsource to Save You Money This Year
Most small businesses start out on a budget and the small business owner tries to save money wherever they can, which means doing a lot...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Jan 18, 20214 min read


What you need to know about the new 1099-NEC
If you own a business or are a freelancer/subcontractor to businesses, you are most likely very familiar with the 1099-MISC form. This...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Nov 13, 20202 min read


How to Stay Connected When Working from Home
I have been working from a home office for over a decade. With the changes put in place right now and so many people being asked to work...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Mar 18, 20202 min read


When An Expense Isn’t An Expense
As business owners and freelancers, we pay a lot of different vendors for a lot of different things. Most of these payments wind up on...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Jul 22, 20193 min read


5 Reasons You Should Take Time Off
“I haven’t had a vacation in years.”, is a sentence I’ve heard many clients and potential clients state throughout the years I’ve been in...

Sheri-Lynn Fournier
Jan 16, 20193 min read
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