I recently spoke at a franchise convention in Nashville. Now, I’m not naive — I know exactly what people think is coming when an outsourced CFO or accountant steps up to the mic. Eyes glaze over, people brace for a lecture on spreadsheets, and someone starts thinking about lunch—but what if I told you that […]
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Learn how small businesses can harness AI to access QuickBooks data directly in Slack or other chat tools. By integrating AI-powered solutions, business owners can retrieve financial insights, generate reports, and address accounting queries instantly within their preferred communication platform. This streamlined approach boosts productivity, enhances collaboration, and simplifies financial management, allowing teams to make data-driven decisions faster. Whether you’re tracking revenue, monitoring expenses, or checking cash flow, AI integrations can make your QuickBooks data accessible and actionable from anywhere.
The franchise industry is a fast-moving landscape where some brands expand rapidly while others struggle to gain traction. The key question is “why does one brand skyrocket while a similar concept remains stagnant?” In a recent Entrepreneur article, five standout franchise systems were highlighted for their impressive growth: Zoom Room, Superior Fence & Rail, Mister
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In this episode of Beyond the Balance Sheet, host Matt Krieger dives deep into the financial and technological challenges shaping the small business landscape in 2025. From regulatory compliance to AI-driven efficiency, today’s business owners must adapt quickly to stay ahead. Here’s what we cover: ✅ BOI Reporting Suspension – What the recent change means for small businesses, why compliance
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Discover how to turn small business debt into growth with smart financing strategies and practical tips for lasting success.
In this episode of Beyond the Balance Sheet, with Matt Krieger, we dive into the essential strategies that fuel high-growth franchise expansion. From optimizing unit economics to refining sales processes, Matt unpacks what it takes to scale successfully in today’s market. We also explore the shifting business climate in early 2025, including the latest tariff tax
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Discover how smart cash flow management can transform a small business, boosting profitability and financial stability.
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In this pilot episode of Beyond The Balance Sheet, Matt Krieger, founder of Krieger Analytics, dives into the heart of revenue growth and how businesses can scale meaningfully. Drawing from the latest blog post, Matt explores how growing your revenue goes beyond just increasing numbers—it’s about aligning your strategy with purpose. Matt also discusses the latest
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Unlocking Your Business’s Revenue Potential: A CFO’s Perspective As an outsourced CFO, I often find myself seated across from business owners grappling with the frustration of stagnating revenue. The hustle is endless, the hours are long, and yet, the growth they’re chasing feels perpetually out of reach. The truth I’ve discovered is this: growth isn’t
Don’t Grow to Grow – Grow to Achieve Results As 2024 winds down and the pressure of this year’s budget looms, one question dominates my client meetings: “How do we grow revenue?” It’s the challenge most business owners face, and for good reason—revenue growth is a critical part of every business strategy. But what if
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