Is it OK to change the subject line in an email conversation after it is started?

Posted on August 1, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

Since email is not only used for communication but also for documentation, the subject line of an email is an important piece of the puzzle when filing and searching for information. Often times, an email chain starts as one thing but morphs into something completely different once it gets rolling. While I don’t usually recommend Read more about Is it OK to change the subject line in an email conversation after it is started?[…]

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Is cyber liability insurance necessary for my business?

Posted on July 27, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

The latest statistics show that 43% of cyber attacks target small businesses and 60% of those organizations attacked go out of business within 6 months of the attack. With the growing number of cyber attacks every day, the general thinking is not if you will will get breached, but when and how bad will it Read more about Is cyber liability insurance necessary for my business?[…]

How do I avoid these latest cyber attacks?

Posted on July 3, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

With all of the press about the latest Petya attack on the heels of the WannaCry attack businesses are scrambling to figure out how they can avoid getting hit next. The latest statistics show that 43% of cyber attacks happen against small businesses and 60% of those attacked go out of business within 6 months. Read more about How do I avoid these latest cyber attacks?[…]

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Seriously?!?! Get me off of this email chain!

Posted on May 2, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

I’m guessing everyone reading this has thought or said that at least once in their lifetime. This is what I like to call the “Reply-All-itis” syndrome. Particularly in business situations, it is important to know when to reply to all and when not to. Here are some basic guidelines you can use: When Reply All Read more about Seriously?!?! Get me off of this email chain![…]

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What is the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting?

Posted on April 27, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

For many small businesses, the consideration of whether to use cash or accrual basis accounting never even comes up as the difference between them is unclear and they leave it up to their tax accountant to decide. However there are significant advantages and disadvantages to each which should be considered not just for tax purposes Read more about What is the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting?[…]

To be safer, take a layered approach to network security

Posted on April 25, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

Network security is a topic that never seems to “get old” as there are new threats and stories we hear every day in the news and from local businesses about a breach or other security challenge that we need to be vigilant about. Threats are everywhere, even in places that we might not consider such Read more about To be safer, take a layered approach to network security[…]

How do I get the information I need out of Quickbooks?

Posted on March 28, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

QuickBooks can be a great accounting tool for a small business. It quickly allows you to get started up for tracking your income and expenses without having to be an expert in accounting. It even allows you to start with template charts of accounts for different types of businesses so that you don’t have Read more about How do I get the information I need out of Quickbooks?[…]

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What should I do about telephones for my business?

Posted on March 17, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

There are lots of options for implementing a telecom strategy for your business with today’s technology. There was a time when picking your phone number and deciding your initial telecom strategy was daunting because if you every moved your office to another town or went from one system to another all of the history with Read more about What should I do about telephones for my business?[…]

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Can I use robotic process automation (RPA) in my small business?

Posted on March 13, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

The concept of automation is not new. Neither is the idea of using “robots” to do things that humans were previously required to do. However, the idea of being able to afford any of this in a small business has been far out of reach as automation was widely considered an “enterprise” concept. Good news Read more about Can I use robotic process automation (RPA) in my small business?[…]

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How long does it take to build a new website?

Posted on March 9, 2017July 26, 2018 by Michael Giuffrida

Having been in the website business for years, it was always amusing to me when a prospect for a new website would delay their decision to go forward with our web proposal, but then would hound us about how quickly it needed to be up and running as soon as they signed. While this may Read more about How long does it take to build a new website?[…]