
#073 How do entrepreneurs keep their heads cool?
Christiane Constantineau, DESS, EMBA, CPBAutomate your accounting with QuickBooks Online
You sometimes wonder, " How do other entrepreneurs manage everything without going crazy ?" Between accounting, client follow-ups, and piling up invoices, it's a real headache. And let's be honest: that's not why you started your business.
Automate your accounting with QuickBooks
You sometimes wonder, "How do other entrepreneurs manage everything without going crazy?" Between accounting, client follow-ups, and piling up invoices, it's a real headache. And let's be honest: that's not why you started your business.
The good news? Today, tools like QuickBooks can literally free your mind. You don't need to be a tech expert to automate some of your accounting and finally get back to stress-free evenings (and weekends!)
QuickBooks: Much more than invoicing software
QuickBooks isn't just an invoicing tool—it's a true ally for small businesses. Here's how automation can transform your daily life:
- Automatic bank reconciliations : No more manually tallying every transaction. QuickBooks connects to your bank accounts and does the heavy lifting for you.
- Recurring invoices : If you have regular customers, schedule your invoices to go out automatically on the correct date.
- Real-time expense tracking : Take a photo of your invoices and expense reports, and let QuickBooks automatically sort them.
- Reports prepared : No more hours spent on complex tables: in just a few clicks, you get a clear overview of your financial health.
Advanced features often overlooked
Let's go a little further: many entrepreneurs are unaware of certain advanced features of QuickBooks, which are nevertheless very useful on a daily basis:
- Automated payment reminders : No more chasing late payments. Set automatic reminders for your customers and improve your cash flow.
- Integrations with other applications : Connect QuickBooks to your CRM, online store, or project management tools. The result? Less double entry, more consistency.
- Financial forecasts : Using the data collected, QuickBooks helps you anticipate your cash flows, plan your expenses and adjust your strategies.
Three tips to get started with automation:
- Take the time to properly configure your account from the start: categories, taxes, banking settings, etc.
- Train your employees or partners to the use of automations so that they can take full advantage of them.
- Do regular checks to make sure everything is in sync and up to date.
Why move to automation?
- You reduce human error.
- You save valuable time.
- You have a better view of your finances, in real time.
- You improve your forecasting and decision-making.
For today's entrepreneurs, automation is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity to stay competitive and confident. Why not get the most out of QuickBooks today?
Contact 6DT Conseil for a personalized demo or a free assessment session, and discover how automation can transform your daily life as an entrepreneur. Contact us now!