Ops Made Easy LLC

04/18/2023

In talking with a colleague today, we discussed how it is sometimes hard to convey the benefits of working with us. How it is we make sure you have “all of your ducks in a row.” And some ducks you didn’t even know you needed! Below are some tangibles we thought of that might be helpful for you to know…

✨Having an accountability partner that strategizes with you and pushes you to the next level

✨A feeling of peace when you know how your business is performing each month and how it relates to your goals

✨Having a plan for your cash flow that informs your products, services, offerings, and hiring potential

✨Getting to know the ins and outs of your business so you can make educated decisions

✨A constant relief knowing you have someone working behind the scenes while you are doing what you love with your clients

We are here for you when you are ready to make the investment in your business and feel a sense of peace going forward!

04/15/2023

A question I receive often! Below are some quick tips for checking where you might be losing money in your business…
1. Services. Are you getting paid for ALL of your services? Avoid giving freebies that require high material and labor costs. You could actually be putting yourself in the hole! One client I worked with was providing a “free” service and when calculated realized they were losing up to $20k each year.
2. Accounts Receivable. Who is checking that your invoices are actually being paid and how quickly are they getting paid? Monitoring this regularly will make sure you’re getting paid for your hard work.
3. Cost of Goods Sold. When did you last price check your supply vendors? Could you save any costs in this area to make your gross profit margin better?
4. Expenses. This is a great spot to check for cutting costs. Are you using all those tech subscriptions? When did you last get your insurance premiums quoted?
5. Debt. This is an obvious one, but if you aren’t paying off that business card each month you are losing money every month on interest.

If you aren’t sure where you stand on your numbers, we are here for you!

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www.opsmadeeasy.com

03/29/2023

There is a stigma that as a solopreneur you have to have all your stuff together! The reality is, most of us don't and when you're growing, you reach a point of capacity where you have to start delegating. You have to start determining where your expertise lies and what is draining you and not allowing you to flourish. There are limited number of hours in a day and you are only one person. One of your very first hires should be a bookkeeper who can get your finances organized or if you are organized, can take over the role, so you can continue to invest your energy into your passion and skill. Not only will your finances thank you, but you will gain knowledge through the process about your business you didn't know you needed.

Sound like you? We are happy to help. Email [email protected] and we can get you started!

03/28/2023

As a reminder, for a limited time, Ops Made Easy is offering small business owners a "diagnostic" review of their financial recordkeeping to "check and diagnose" if there are any problem areas that should be modified in 2023 to make future tax times smoother.

When you sign up for this $75 review, we will have a 30-minute zoom call and when done, you will feel confident in your next steps.

Should you find that you're needing more help in this area and would like to use our services going forward, the $75 review fee gets applied to your first month of service. Comment below or send us a message if you'd like to participate in this offer.

03/23/2023

We are delighted to serve our clients through all phases of their business and new ventures. We help Tracey with typical services of bookkeeping, payroll, POS reporting, TPT returns, and yearend reporting. Of course, these services can be offered by any standard accounting firm. WE ARE DIFFERENT because as we are working together, we identify gaps that require some Human Resource (HR) or Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) "love" and lend that expertise too! Processes were documented for Tracey so that her and her staff clearly understood what needed to happen with different duties and responsibilities. That's the "Ops" side of Ops Made Easy! Numbers are huge, but people also need to know what's expected!

03/22/2023

Bookkeeping…Accounting…Taxes…QuickBooks…Blah, Blah, Blah!

The list of undesirable words just keep coming this month, don’t they?

For the next couple weeks, now through April 7, Ops Made Easy will be offering sole proprietor/LLCs (tax deadline of April 18) and S-Corps (your deadline was March 15) an opportunity to have your books “checked” like your car would be in an auto shop!

For $75, we will have a 30-minute Zoom call where I will provide an abbreviated scan of your books, identify potential problem areas and answer some of your most pressing questions.

My goal at the end of our conversation will be for you to feel empowered that YOU’VE GOT THIS and to understand what BIG FIXES need to happen before going forward.

Spaces are limited, so if this is something that interests you, snag your seat now! Comment “Help” below or message me!

Please note, this is a review and conversation based on a limited view into your world. The suggestions made should be verified with your tax preparer as they have a full view of your financial situation. The conversation will be regarding bookkeeping practices and not financial advice.

02/02/2023

Getting ready for game day and possibly renting out your home? Be in the know and have the right pieces in place to ensure your success! 🏈🏟️🏡💰

✅ Chips
✅ Salsa
✅ Queso
✅ Cervesa
✅ Seasonal TPT License
✅ City Business License

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01/28/2023

Enjoyed a fun event last night at Winery 101 hearing from Kara Noble and Jessica Searcy Kmetty! If you are consumed with debt or know there are better ways to manage your money and are ready for a change see Jessica and if you haven’t established your will or trust or so many other responsible adult documents see Kara! Loved the yummy charcuterie from Pine & Swine Charcuterie Boards ❤️ I’m looking forward to planning a night out at Winery 101 again - they have live music!

Upper West Side PHX
Collab Culture AZ
❤️

10/06/2022

Yum!

It’s October, which means it’s time for Sparkling Divine's adorable Halloween cookie decorating kits and pumpkin cake! Upper West Siders that pre-order NOW through October 5th will get 10% off any online order, which includes cookie kits, NEW snack cakes, and more with code FALL10. Each cookie kit (regular, GF, or GF & DF) includes: 12 sugar cookies, vanilla frosting bags in 3 colors, 2 containers of sprinkles, and instructions. October’s new snack cake flavors are: pumpkin spice, German chocolate, and GF DF pumpkin spice. Snack cakes are a great way to try Sparkling Divine’s delicious cakes, but in a smaller snack size 6x8 disposable container, with new flavors to try each month (while supplies last)! Because who doesn’t want a little cake on a random Tuesday? Snack cakes and cookie kits will be available for pickup starting Fri Oct 7th.

Order online at: https://sparklingdivine.square.site/
Full menu & pricing at: https://sparklingdivine.com/

09/14/2022

I get it! Receipts are the most annoying thing ever to business owners. Regardless of your feelings, the IRS won't count your business expense if you can't produce the receipt for it and that can also mean penalties for you. Receipts should be saved for at least 6 years and "the shoe box method" doesn't work since most receipts fade after a few months. Check out the images to see some helpful tips to electronically manage your receipts. Ideally, receipts should be filed with your monthly bank/card statements and reconciliations so if audited, everything is in one place organized. DM if you would like more information about this subject and I'll be happy to share.

09/11/2022

Thoughts and prayers of comfort go out to those remembering lost loved ones today and salutations to those who continue to fight for our country's freedoms. September 11, 2021 was one of the craziest moments in my life and I hope we never have to see something like it again on our home front. It is comforting to see our air force jets fly over as a reminder of those who are prepared to fight for our freedoms should that day come. ❤️

09/07/2022

Yay! We are in the final stretch and Quarter 4 is right around the corner! First, make sure you take time to pat yourself on the back! It's not easy running your business and I think it is too easy to get caught up in what you haven't done! So, cheers to you! Here are some tips to make your end of year run smoothly: 1) Check in on your inventory and operations 2) Organize your Q4 marketing strategies 3) Plan your year-end client and customer appreciation 4) Review your year-to-date goals and 5) Get your financials in order for tax planning. Information pulled from https://oregonsbdc.org/small-business-tips-for-4th-quarter-planning/

Disclaimer: I did not throw my back out with this stunt and do not have enough experience in cheer so sorry if my cinnamon rolls were not tight enough and what’s going on with my right arm? 😂