Chief Financial Interviewer, Inc.

10/09/2026

When you run a small business, taking time off can be a challenge. CFI, Inc. will be closed for the next two weeks to give our staff their vacation time, returning October 26. This is our solution, but here are more tips for small businesses navigating time off:

Read our guide to taking time off as a small business owner and we’ll share a dozen tips on how to reduce stress and improve operations while you’re gone.

10/02/2026

We think Harvard Business Review must be have been watching Ted Lasso when they wrote these leadership lessons. Perfection.

09/25/2026

This article clarifies how full-time employment, contract work, and freelancing differ. These terms are often used interchangeably, but they represent very different working arrangements with distinct expectations around pay, security, taxes, and independence. https://www.merchantgrowth.com/contract-vs-full-time/

09/16/2026

A Hamilton owner-managed group of five business entities focused on municipal emergency construction contracts, property management and property rental businesses needs a Bookkeeper/Accountant who will support a transition from MYOB to SAGE ERP. Salary $51-61k + benefits, apply by September 30.

An owner-managed group of 5 business entities, focused on construction, property management and rentals, needs a Bookkeeper / Accountant.

09/12/2026

When nurturing prospective clients, there’s an art to following up. It takes patience and sometimes a bit of creativity to get a response, and it’s worth thinking through the best approach.

Completing a deal requires persistent content that is never annoying but can't be politely ignored.

09/04/2026

In about 10 minutes, learn how to tell if your business is profitable, spot the warning signs of hidden cash drains, and shift your focus from merely making sales to generating real, sustainable wealth.

Learn how to quickly assess whether your business is truly profitable, what numbers to review, and the warning signs small business owners shouldn't ignore.

08/28/2026

Project initiation is the first of five project management phases. It's when you define why you're doing a project and what business value it will deliver, then use that information to secure stakeholder buy-in. Learn why project initiation matters, the four key steps to get started, and common mistakes to avoid.

Project initiation sets purpose, scope, and business value. Learn to draft a charter or business case, secure stakeholder buy-in, and test feasibility.

08/21/2026

Working without breaks is quietly undermining your performance. Even if you feel like you don’t need them, it’s probably safe to say that you actually do. Follow these tips and you’ll be surprised at how much better you feel and how much more you can accomplish.

08/14/2026

When faced with a problem at work, try following this 5-step process. Avoid rushing ahead with whatever comes to mind first. Pausing to think through options can save rework down the road.

08/07/2026

It’s road trip season, so let’s draw on that for a bit of career planning inspiration. 🚗 These helpful tips are adapted from “Navigate Your Career Path Like the Road Trip of a Lifetime” by Carole-Ann Penney, and offer some great perspective.