Without your customers and clients you wouldn’t be in business. If you want to have a sustainable business, then you need to be building long-term relationships with those customers and clients. One of the most powerful ways to achieve any long term relationship is by showing your gratitude. Your customers and clients are making your […]
If you’re like most small business owners and freelancers, then you dread when it’s time to invoice your clients. The thing is, it’s one of the most important business tasks that you’re responsible for. Your invoicing habits could be hold you back from getting you paid. Invoicing is more than just getting paid for the […]
Every business needs to have an invoicing strategy, but every business is different. Some have huge client bases and send out tons of small invoices on a regular basis, and some work with a handful of clients and invoice only periodically, because they work on bigger jobs. Some bill monthly on a retainer, while others […]
The days of using Excel or Word to create an invoice are long gone. Today there are hundreds of cloud-based platforms that allow you to quickly bill your clients electronically – which in turn means that you get paid on-time. In fact, these platforms come equipped with templates which allow you to: Enter essential invoicing […]
Finding additional revenues is a nice perk for business owners. After all, additional revenue means that you have more cash coming into your business, which means you can dedicate more to savings or paying down your debt. Believe it or not, one of the most overlooked ways to uncover some additional revenue is when you […]
Thanks to electronic invoicing you can now instantly send invoices to customers and clients across the globe. Better yet, you can also get paid almost instantly. Another perk that plenty of business owners overlook when it comes to electronic invoicing is that it allows you to customize your invoice templates. I get it. You’re already […]
Invoices are obvious vehicles for getting compensated for the goods and services that you provide. But, did you know you can also use your invoices to market your business even further to your existing customers? That may sound complicated, but if you can easily turn your invoices into lean, mean marketing machines. Here are a […]
Every piece of communication that you have with you clients or customers should be used as a branding opportunity so that you’re memorable and are able to stand-out from the pack. While that’s not a problem when using your blog, email, or social media, your branding may not be as obvious when it comes to […]
Knowing how to properly invoice your customers is a fundamental skill for business owners of all-sizes to master. Not only does it ensure that you get compensated for your goods or products, it also prevents any costly mistakes when it comes to your taxes and keeps your accounts in good order. For many businesses around […]
Invoices are one of the most important documents for business owners. They ensure that you get paid for your goods or services. They’re used when it’s time to file your taxes. And, they can help boost your brand. As Amanda Abella perfectly stated in a previous Due post, “The reality is if you want to […]