Why Use a Third-Party Payroll Service in 2025?
In this episode of Kaizen Time, we’re diving into how payroll services have evolved—and why that matters for small businesses. Spoiler alert:...
Employee Leave Laws Are Changing—Is Your Business Ready?
Employee leave laws keep changing, and missing an update can cost you. In this episode of Kaizen Time, we chat with Brian Bride, Director of...
Think They’re a 1099 Contractor? You Might Be Wrong
Think hiring 1099 contractors instead of W2 employees saves you money? You’re not alone—but getting this wrong can cost you big time. In this...
Maximize Your Business Travel Deductions & Save on Taxes
Are You Maximizing Your Business Travel Deductions? Business travel can be expensive—but are you making the most of those expenses at tax time?
Save on Taxes with a Work Vehicle
Thinking about buying a vehicle for your business? Not all vehicles offer the same tax benefits! In this episode of Kaizen Time, hosts Mark...
Where Did My Money Go? Profit vs Cash Flow
A lot of small business owners mix up profit and cash flow—and honestly, it’s an easy mistake to make. Just because your business is profitable
5 Smart Money Strategies Every Business Needs in 2025
Want to keep more money in your business and stay ahead in 2025? These five smart financial moves will help you optimize taxes, boost savings,...
How Amortization and Depreciation Can Save Your Business THOUSANDS!
Are depreciation and amortization just fancy accounting words? Maybe, but they’re also powerful tools for saving your business thousands. In...
2025 Auto Shop Playbook: The Tactics You Can’t Afford to Ignore
In this episode of Kaizen Time, we break down five essential steps to make your auto repair shop more profitable in 2025. From streamlining...
How to Make a Budget that WORKS in 2025
Think you’re too late to budget for 2025? Think again. Whether you're a business owner or just trying to stop your bank account from screaming,...
The Big Changes to Salary and Overtime Laws
Payroll laws evolve constantly, and recent updates are bringing changes to salaried employee classifications and overtime rules. Staying...
Should You Switch from a Single-Member LLC to an S-Corp?
Switching from a single-member LLC to an S Corporation (S-Corp) is an important decision and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Some small...
Plan for a Year of Tax Savings: Strategies for Small Business Owners
Every year people and business owners alike make plans to turn things around… but how? Over the years we’ve seen thousands of tax returns and...
How Your HSA Could Provide You a Triple Benefit
Unlock the power of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) in this episode of "Kaizen Time," part of the Blood, Sweat & Business podcast. Hosts Eric...
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How to be Prepared for a Worker's Comp Audit
In the United States, Workers' Comp is required in 49 of the 50 states, but here’s something you might not know: if your policy uses estimated...
Charitable Giving: Feel Good, Save Big!
Let’s talk about how giving back can give you more than warm fuzzies—it can help your business too! In this episode of Kaizen Time, part of the...
Subcontractor or Employee: Understanding Worker Classification
Deciding whether to classify a worker as an employee or subcontractor can be tricky—and getting it wrong could lead to penalties or compliance...
Working with Subcontractors: Do It the Right Way
What are the best practices when working with subcontractors? Some may come into your business to do work, but others may be representing you....
