For many small and medium-sized businesses, human resource management is one of the most challenging functions to master. It’s not the mechanics that are a problem (you can outsource the basics until you are ready to bring things in-house). It is the strategy...
Running a company is a juggling act. And while you know you cannot do it all yourself, it is not always clear what kind of help you need and how much you can afford. For example, most business owners quickly realize that they need a bookkeeper and someone to file...
Choosing a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for your executive team is one of the most important hiring decisions you will make for your company. It is crucial to find someone you trust because, in addition to leading your finance and accounting team, this person will...
When you find yourself exploring the difference between a controller and a CFO, that’s a good thing! Your business is evolving, tackling complex challenges, and ready for financial leadership. But controller vs CFO, which one is right for you? Let’s take a good look...
It can be difficult to get employees to admit when they’ve done something wrong. However, the ability to accept personal responsibility is one of the most important skills your team can have. Through shared experiences, open communication, and leading by example, you...
The following is a guest post from Todd Smith, Business Development Executive at The CEO’s Right Hand, Inc. — Operating an emerging business can be an immense challenge. New employees, new customers, new processes, new equipment. The growth phase of any...