Technology has allowed businesses to make substantial improvements in their customer invoicing processes. The good news is that when you implement these technologies, you will almost always get paid much faster. If it’s been a few years since the last time you’ve changed your accounts receivable processes, it’s time for a new look. Here are [...]
Need an A/R Makeover? A Quick, 5-Item Best Practice Checklist
Posted on 18. Jun, 2013 by Linda in Bookkeeping Articles, VirtualConnections Newsletter
Mac Tip: Associate Twitter Account to Contacts
Posted on 13. Jun, 2013 by Linda in MAC Tip, VirtualConnections Newsletter
With the release of Mountain Lion, Twitter integration was added to Contacts. It is a fairly easy process to set up. Go to the Systems Preferences Click the Mail, Contacts & Calendars tab Add your Twitter account information (if you haven’t already) Click Update Contacts button. Twitter will then use the email addresses and phone [...]
Google Tip: Jump to Date
Posted on 11. Jun, 2013 by Linda in VirtualConnections Newsletter, Windows Resources/Tips
If you use Google Calendar there is a quick way to jump to a future date without having to continuously hit the scroll buttons. While in your Google Calendar, click on the Gear (located to the right) and then select Labs. Scroll down through the list of features, and click on Enable for Jump to [...]
App of the Month: Intuit PaperTrail
Posted on 06. Jun, 2013 by Linda in VirtualConnections Newsletter, Windows Resources/Tips
Here is another option for you while on the road and looking for a way to keep track of those business receipts. Intuit PaperTrail’s easy to use design keeps your business organized and helps you calculate tax deduction effortlessly. Experience the peace of mind in case of an audit by storing digital copies of your [...]
What Is Cloud Accounting?
Posted on 04. Jun, 2013 by Linda in Bookkeeping Articles, VirtualConnections Newsletter
One of the most exciting changes in the accounting industry is cloud accounting. The concept is easy to grasp: cloud accounting simply puts your accounting system in a private space online so that it is fully accessible to you via a browser or a secure remote connection. Two Ways to Be in the Clouds There [...]
iPhone Tip: Adding a Website to your Homescreen
Posted on 24. May, 2013 by Linda in VirtualConnections Newsletter, Windows Resources/Tips
If you have a website that you check out on a daily basis, there is an easier way for you to access that site other than accessing it through Safari on your iPhone. When you are on the website (using Safari), simply tap the ‘+’ button in Safari and choose ‘Add to Homescreen’. You will [...]
Website of the Month: Floppy Disk Transfer Services
Posted on 22. May, 2013 by Linda in VirtualConnections Newsletter, Website Resource
I know you remember floppy disks. Do you remember those large 5.25 inch disks that needed to be formatted before you used them. Well if you are doing a little spring cleaning in the office and you came across some of these relics, you are in luck if you need to save the information on [...]
Five Cash Leaks to Avoid
Posted on 20. May, 2013 by Linda in Bookkeeping Articles, VirtualConnections Newsletter
Cash flow improvement is a hot issue for small businesses; in many businesses, it seems like there is never enough cash when you need it. The last thing a business owner wants is to reduce their cash balance unnecessarily. To help you preserve or increase your cash, here are five cash management leaks to avoid. [...]
Mac Tip: Downloading Audio and Video to iPad or iPhone
Posted on 14. May, 2013 by Linda in MAC Tip, VirtualConnections Newsletter
As you know there is no right-clicking on the iPad or iPhone when in Safari to be able to download an audio file or view a video. There is an app though. Free Music Download Pro Plus will allow you to view that You Tube video or listen to that webinar you missed. The app [...]
App of the Month: Receipt Match by American Express Open
Posted on 09. May, 2013 by Linda in VirtualConnections Newsletter, Windows Resources/Tips
Receipt Match is an app created by American Express Open for your business credit card account. All you do is snap a photo of your AMEX credit card receipt, add some notes if needed and then let Receipt Match do the rest. It will match the receipt with the corresponding transaction on your online statement. [...]