Admin Books Newsletter


Renee_0672_2x3.jpgRunning a small business is fraught with challenges.  Admin Books partners with business owners to provide financial and bookkeeping services through our team approach.  Our goal is to free you to focus on growing and managing your company.  The purpose of this e-zine is to provide our clients, associates and friends with valuable tools to manage their business.  Enjoy!  Renee

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7 Good Reasons To Talk to Your Customers in a Bad Economy

Improving customer loyalty and keeping existing customers is a key strategy to weathering bad times.  Talking to your customers is a great way to keep your finger on the pulse of how loyal your customers are and to increase their loyalty to you.  Here is a brief overview of why you need to stay in touch:

  1. To Stay Relevant - you need to ensure you are keeping updated on what is changing for your customers. 
  2. To Avoid Making Big Mistakes - In an effort to cut costs, companies often make fatal mistakes by cutting back on something that was very important to their customers.
  3. To Open Up The Dialogue - Once your customers see how committed you are to them and to keeping them, they will begin to look out for you too. 
  4. To Make Sure You are Doing the Important Things Very Well - Find out what is important to your customers and do it well. 
  5. To Define New Products & Services - Your customers can tell you what products and services you need to add to your business because it is exactly what they are needing. 
  6. To Remind Them That You Are Here - By reaching out to customers, you come from a strong position.  Let them know you are committed to help them. 
  7. To Ultimately Gain Their Undying Loyalty - You will differentiate yourself from other vendors by taking the time to keep in touch.  Your customers will then be loyal to you and can become your ambassadors, spreading the good word about what you do. 

 

If you would like to get this article in full or get the list of HOW to keep in touch with your customers, contact Jennifer Berkley at The Insight Advantage: 408-958-0700 or info@TheInsightAdvantage.com.  

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Crown Financial Class  Crown_Books.jpg 

I will be leading another Crown Financial Class starting very soon.  It is a 10 week class that will cover the following topics: spending, saving, earning, investing, and more.  It is a Bible based class that will have weekly homework (looking up verses, answering questions, memorizing verses and practical application worksheets).  Here is more information:

Day: Wednesdays

Time: 7pm - 9pm

Location: Morgan Hill Bible Church

Cost: $65/couple for 4 books and $55/individual for 3 books (If there is a hardship, contact me.)

To get more information, contact Renee at: rdaggett@adminbooks.com RIGHT AWAY - classes are starting immediately.

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Your Financial Flight Plan Business Consult Session:

Is the sluggish economy affecting your business?  Do you want to be PROACTIVE instead of just reacting to your financial situation?

During the month of May, Admin Books is offering a 30 minute FREE consultation to get your business back on track.  This breakthrough session will identify your goals, uncover challenges and find solutions. 

During the call, you will:

  1. Uncover the hidden challenges that may be sabotaging your success
  2. Receive a crystal clear vision for increasing your profits
  3. Leave the session renewed, inspired and ready to take action in your business

 

Ready to take control of your financial house?  Register here:  Your Financial Flight Plan Session

After you register, we will contact you to set up your planning session. 

Invest in your business by sending us your financial statements so we can best guide you and provide the support you need. 

Take the necessary steps to build your confidence about your financial situation.  Experience peace of mind TODAY...register NOW!

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Managing Your Properties With QuickBooks:

Manual_and_CD-2.jpgRenee has just finished publishing a QuickBooks manual specifically for real estate investors and property managers.  This step-by-step guide is packed with practical information with easy to read explanations and screen shots.  Set up your own QB file by restoring the included sample file customized for real estate investors. 

Topics Include:  setting up tenant lists, dividing income and expenses by property, security deposits, customized Chart of Accounts, maintaining correct mortgage balances, earnest money, 1031 exchange funds, PITI, negative amortization loans, capital improvements, purchasing property entries, year end procedures, customized reports for investors and much more!

To preview the book: http://www.adminbooks.com/

Order Your Copy Today!

Quotable Quote:

"Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Wishing is not enough; we must do."  

Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe, Author

Free Stuff:  I want to make sure you are aware of several items of value that you can take advantage of compliments of Admin Books. 

  1. Receive our Monthly newsletter for free, but also be able to access past articles on our website to review later.
  2. If your business is struggling or you are seeking confirmation that your bookkeeping is in order, take our FREE quiz. Answer 10 easy questions and get a diagnostic report that will let you know how your company is doing.
  3. If you would like to hear a 45 minute audio on how to manage your personal finances, click on the link Personal Finances
  4. If you would like to listen to an MP3 recording of how to run your business more efficiently, go to our website and click on the Compass Interview on the front page.
  5. Check out our blog. Post your comments or questions too!
  6. You've invested time, effort and money in your business. Now invest a few minutes to find out how you can find peace of mind in running your business with Admin Books. We'll make an investment in your success with a FREE 1/2 hour initial consultation for prospective clients. This gives you a chance to explain what is driving you crazy and we can confirm our services match your bookkeeping needs. Fill out the following Questionnaire.
  7. Not sure how long you need to keep your documents?  Request a "Records Retention Guide."  This brochure will let you know if you need to hold on to paperwork permanently, for 7 years, for 5 years, and 3 years.  This free report will provide you peace of mind knowing it is fine to shred your documents.  Contact us at 408-782-9640 to get your copy!

Upcoming QuickBooks Classes:

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Beginner Class - Friday, May 1st from 8:45am - 5pm at the Holiday Inn in Morgan Hill.  Check out our website for content and cost. 

To register: Adminbooks Quick Books Class

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As a business owner, you're the pilot who ensures the business takes off and lands successfully.  Are you flying by the seat of your pants or do you have a flight plan?  Read my book, "Your Financial Flight Plan: Pilot Your Business To Profitability.  Check out your copy at: YourFinancialFlightPlan.com

The book is also available at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble and BookSmart in Morgan Hill!

 

Are Your Books In Order?

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What is the status of your bookkeeping?? 

Are you current?? 

Are your books accurate??

Admin Books can assist you with:

  •  Data Entry
  •  Reconciliation
  •  Payroll Processing
  •  Sales Tax Reports
  •  Workers Comp Reports
  •  Job Costing
  •  Private Consultations
  •  Financial Coaching
  •  QB File Clean Up

Call our office to confirm our services match your business needs!

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Best Regards,

Renee Daggett

408-782-9640

http://www.adminbooks.com

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