Charting Your Year One Path: Practical Strategies for Setting Goals and Milestones
The first year of business can feel like steering a plane while building the runway mid-flight. You’ve launched, you’ve got momentum—but how do you know you’re headed in the right direction? Setting clear, actionable goals and marking key milestones along the way isn’t just good practice; it’s essential survival strategy. Without visible markers, even smart founders can drift. So let’s get real about what to set, when to check in, and how to translate big dreams into trackable traction. Start With SMART
Austin, TX Businesses: Here’s what to know now about the CTA, BOI and FinCEN
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
Protect Your Small Business With These Smart Financial Moves
As a small business owner, staying on top of financial decisions is essential for success. There are a number of ways to ensure your business finances are in order, from developing basic financial literacy to implementing PDF tools that can help manage your most important paperwork. The Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce has put together several tips on how to get started.Learn Financial Literacy Having an understanding of basic accounting principles such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows
