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Are you looking for a marketing method that can connect you with your customers, win over potential buyers, and boost sales? Well, look no further than email marketing! With this powerhouse tool, you can slide right into your audience’s inbox, showcase your products, and build trust in your brand. It’s like having a one-stop shop…
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Are you on the hunt for the ultimate cold email software to expand your outreach efforts? Look no further than the cold email solutions that we have mentioned in this article. With its assistance in sending automated cold emails, you can rev up your outbound lead generation game and skyrocket conversion rates. However, given the…
In the last five years since the introduction of GST 1,40,00,000 businesses have registered for GST, this is a milestone figure for the government. In the last five years, more than 92 lakh new businesses have registered under GST which is 75% of the total sum. The majority of these new businesses that have registered in the last…
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Trademark registration is a must for any serious business. It makes the company legitimate, trustworthy, and most importantly secure from intellectual property theft. We all have a basic understanding of the importance of trademark registration, but more often than not, most business owners aren’t aware of the process of registering a trademark for their company.…
What Is Bharat QR Code? Since demonetization of old currency notes the Government of India has been making a big push for digital payments. To encourage cashless transactions and to promote the Digital India initiative, the Government of India has launched Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for smartphones, and for basic and feature phones it has introduced…
Starting a new business is one of the toughest decisions you can ever make. First, you need to find a good idea, then build a plan for marketing, branding, sales, hiring, etc. Then, you need to work on the product strategy and finally, raise capital to execute your plans. Sounds like a lot…
In 2023 If your businesses can’t be found online, you might not have a business at all. No matter what your product or service is, you need to have an E-commerce site. Having an e-commerce website amplifies your company’s customer experience and solidifies loyal customers. India is building a robust internet infrastructure according to…
Picture this: you’re shopping online, eager to make a purchase, and suddenly you have a question about the product. You fire off a message to the seller, and… no response. How frustrating! A good live chat software can solve this problem in no time! In today’s fast-paced world, customers want quick and decisive answers to…
Five Essential Traits Of Successful Startup Entrepreneurs India is slowly becoming a hub for startups and micro and small businesses. With over 40 million small and micro businesses registered in India, it’s safe to say that a lot of people dream of being successful entrepreneurs. But who are these successful entrepreneurs? Are they born with a bit…
We are no strangers to counterfeit products like POMA instead of PUMA, or such fake products, both on online platforms and in local shops. Though Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, a company can experience a loss of revenue due to people selling counterfeits or cheap fake products under your company branding. For a small business,…
Imagine a business owner. What is the image that comes to your mind? a person in a suite running around calling the shots and making big deals, but will you think that your local mobile repair shop is a business owner or your dry-cleaning lady is a business owner? The answer is simple: these small-scale…
Recently, I was reading about an Indian IT company InfoEdge’s monthly performance report. This company is behind many popular businesses such as Naukri, 99acres, Zomato, and PolicyBazaar.com. While reading the report, I noticed an interesting point. Just take a look at some numbers for Naukri.com : This one site takes 68% traffic share in the…
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Instagram is becoming a prominent platform for just sharing photos and videos, but also for but also for new age pop marketing. You can reach your target audience in a very efficient, simple, and eye-catching way. Many businesses struggle with marketing on Instagram as the algorithm seems to be not in their favor, in…
Linkedin is a very unique social media platform, Unlike other platforms LinkedIn is exclusively used by business owners and other professionals. People use this platform exclusively to talk bout their professional journey and businesses. Linkedin is by far the most useful platform to get potential clients, talk about your businesses, and improve your professional network.…
With over 2. 11 billion active users per month, Facebook is a social media platform that gives small businesses several ways to promote their products and services, increase customer support and boost recognition in the market. Having a presence on Facebook is a must if you want your business’s content and products to your desired…
An entrepreneur’s journey starts with an idea. But when his small business gets off the ground, capital is required to fuel the growth. Earlier, I had written about 10 funding options for startups in India. Raising venture capital is one of that options. In this article, we’ll discuss VC funding in detail. What is…
The idea behind introducing Udyam Registration was to simplify the procedural format that business owners had to go through to register their business under Micro Small Medium Enterprise or MSME. Before the introduction of Udyam Registration, the procedural format for the same was quite hectic and a time-consuming bureaucratic process that used to require handling…
According to a recent study conducted in 2021 over 47% of new businesses fail during the first year of operation. Lack of funding turns out to be one of the common reasons. Money is the bloodline of any business. The long painstaking yet exciting journey from the idea to revenue-generating business needs a fuel named capital.…
One of our customers, Mr. Ashok deals in Solar Panels. He recently got a huge order from one of the state governments. He will get some advance payment but it won’t cover the initial investment in buying Solar Panels. Since, its a government order, full payment is assured after completion. However, his biggest challenge…
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When it comes to the financial management of any business, it’s often said that Cash Is King! Whether your business is growing or struggling, managing your cash flow effectively is essential, and for many, it’s the key to business survival. You’ve probably heard the statistic that over 60% of businesses that fair are still…
Want to kick some serious SEO butt for your small business this year? Maybe you’ve been itching to give it a go, but you’re not quite sure how to start. Well, fear not! We’ve got you covered with the top free SEO tools that are perfect for small business owners and entrepreneurs just like you.…
In today’s digital world, running a successful business often requires using a wide range of tools to increase productivity, streamline workflows, and improve marketing strategies. When it comes to online tools, Google is undoubtedly one of the most powerful and versatile platforms available. While many business owners are familiar with popular Google products such as…
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At a monthly meetup of local entrepreneurs, one business owner posed a thought-provoking question that got everyone thinking: “What are the simple cost-cutting ideas that I can implement today?” This question led to a lively discussion where participants shared their experiences and discovered practical strategies for reducing expenses and saving money. Through this blog,…
Are you an Indian business owner looking to gain a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced market? As the number of startups continues to rise in India, it’s more important than ever for entrepreneurs and business owners to stay informed and up-to-date with the latest industry trends and strategies. What can be a better way for…
In India, Financial Year is from 1st of April to 31st March every year. Hence, 31st March is an important date by which important financial obligations should be fulfilled. It is important for those who are required to follow mercantile system to ascertain the transactions accrued up to 31st March and to properly record the…
Looking to boost your business without hampering your bank account? As a small business owner, you know that promoting your products or services is essential to growing your business. However, traditional advertising methods such as TV ads or billboards can be costly, making it difficult for new businesses to compete. But worry not! In today’s…
Mr. Rakesh is a distributor of industrial pumps for the past couple of years. Recently, he met a potential customer at one exhibition and after explaining about the products he sent a quotation to that customer. After receiving that quote, the first thing that the customer did was to google Mr. Rakesh’s company name on…
As a business owner, you know that time is money. And while it may seem like a good idea to handle every aspect of your business on your own, the truth is that it’s not always the most profitable option. In fact, sometimes saving money can actually cost you money in the long run.…
Managing finances is an essential aspect of running any business, big or small. business growth of any business is impossible Without a proper accounting system in place, it becomes challenging to keep track of income, expenses, profits as well as other business operations. Investing in the right accounting software is important for any business…
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If there is one technology that has flourished on a huge scale in the last couple of years and has redefined the e-commerce industry, it is the rise of online payments. From UPI payments to internet banking, the birth of online transaction methods has undoubtedly made things easier. Any business can integrate different types of…
Each aspect of your business is equally important, but if there’s one that stands more crucial than others, that would be the point-of-sale (POS). It’s the moment when a potential client finally transitions into a paying customer. Most businesses already have an established point-of-sale system. For brick-and-mortar stores, that would be the cash register…
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Nowadays, everybody can record and share videos instantly, but not everything can be done with the limited editing options that come with regular smartphones! There are plenty of special effects, styles, and liberties that you’ll want to feature on your video content, and can only be accessed through video editing solutions. The thing is that,…
ChatGPT is all people are talking about these days, you might have read about it in the news or on the internet. If all that buzz about ChatGPT has grabbed your attention and you know more about AI technology and how to utilize this tool in your business or startup you have come to the…
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If you are someone who has recently set up or has been running a small business for some time, as a business owner you must be aware of the challenges that come with it. All the nitty-gritty, taking care of every single detail and managing everything almost alone can get quite daunting. Maintaining different kinds…
Have you ever imagined or visualized your business succeeding and thriving because of one good software? Activities like keeping a track of all your bank accounts, manual expense management, or expense tracking feel very overwhelming. This feeling can be managed by using a good accounting solution. Well, it is all a matter of selecting a…
If you are someone who has just entered the accounting software market, you might be feeling overwhelmed by all the options available out there. There exist a number of alternatives for all types of accounting, invoicing, bookkeeping, to track expenses, making financial statements, financial report, understanding cash flow, accounts payables, etc. There are a lot…
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The demand for accounting software has doubled due to the increase in small businesses and freelancers in India. But an all-in-one software like Xero is too expencive and difficult for small business owners and startups. Let us look into Xero’s usability and alternatives that save small businesses in India. Who should use Xero? What are the…
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In the modern business landscape, business owners have to keep track of a lot of moving parts. Even small businesses cannot keep track of all their accounts payable, accounts receivable, payments, etc. without the help of proper bookkeeping software. Today, there is a huge and diverse menu of accounting software that you can use for…
Businesses are very demanding. Constant innovation, development, and being creative keeps all entrepreneurs busy. Accounting should be the last of your worries. leaving all your financial issues to a tech firm that doesn’t take a lot of your attention and still provides results? is a very efficient way to outsource your accounting needs. If you’re…
Quickbooks is a very convenient accounting software, but they are not well suited for the Indian market, They have also announced its exit from the Indian market. Hence there is a need to find alternatives to Quickbooks. Whatever the reason may be for your shift of platform, we got you covered. Today we will be…
Released in 1986, Tally is one of the first software solutions that originated in India. When first released, it was a simple collection of accounting functions. Now, it is a all rounder product that allows large companies, small businesses, and startups to plan avalible resources systematicly. The software hit its stride in the early 2000s…
The best way to grow any business is by providing great customer service and in order to create that bond with your customers you need a customer service department or a customer helpdesk. After all, having a great relationship with the clients is what makes a business thrive and grow. Support and Query management are…
After years of research, courage, and innovation you have finally made a product or service you are proud of. Your creation is ready to be out in the world to buy or use, the website looks applicative; you are ready to make it live. Now the only problem which is bothering you is which…
If you own a business, your gains are subject to taxes by the government. Business owners often lose a big part of their gains to income taxes. Therefore, business owners need to understand how to identify tax deductions relevant to their field of work. Higher tax deductions for small businesses also equate to a…
Podcasting has become the most trending and powerful marketing tool in the last couple of years. Having a podcast is a great way for a creator to market his product. It helps to tell a story and establish some kind of network and authority in the industry. If you are a creator, an artist,…
How would you feel when the most critical software that you use to run your business suddenly announces that they will no longer serves you? This is what happened when Intuit QuickBooks announced that they are going to shut down their India business. As a founder of a competing accounting software (ProfitBooks), I was surprised…
E Way Bill is an electronically generated document issued for transportation of goods by vehicles. A registered person is not permitted to transport goods without an E-way Bill from one place to another if the value of the goods exceeds ₹50000 or in some special cases where the supply is inter-state i.e., transport of…
If you step out in the market often and interact with businesses or any transactions, you’d have encountered the terms‘ invoice‘ and ‘bill’. Businesses, accountants, and customers often use these two terms interchangeably. Though they do have some commonalities, they surely aren’t identical. If you are a business owner and wish to have some assistance…
Consider the following scenario: you are an entrepreneur who has recently started a new firm or has been running one for quite some time. You can barely find time for yourself in your busy, frantic schedule. Or perhaps you require additional time to devote to your knowledge acquisition. After all, you need all the aid…
If you are a new business owner, then you might be familiar with the struggles of running a business. Buying raw materials, and organizing the business takes immense effort. Checking your money inflow and outflow and tracking all your payments and expenses for the business can be a challenging process. Switching to accounting software to…
Delayed payments are a persistent problem for small businesses, leading to increasingly severe effects and several concerns about their liquidity as a result. One in three businesses considers overdue payments one of the most serious dangers to their viability. A significant gap between income and managing real cash flow could be one major issue,…
Small business management is tough. It requires more work, less time, and most importantly; even lesser business expense. Tracking business expenses might seem like something as complicated as quantum physics if you don’t have the right tools in your kit. These are the tools that enhance your money management habits, tools that minimize your tracking…
It’s not uncommon these days to discover folks who want to start from scratch and construct something from the ground up rather than looking for employment that doesn’t pay much. There are a variety of causes for this shift in society, including the country’s struggling economy, fewer job possibilities, and a focus on feeding new…
When you run your own business, every sound of tick-tock in the clock is precious for you. But, when it comes to keeping yourself going, regardless of where you are in your business journey, you always look for sources to learn something new each day. For that, YouTube has been an excellent platform for…
On 16th Jan 2016, Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi announced a bunch of benefits and schemes to promote the start-up ecosystem in India. The event was called ‘Startup India, Stand up India’. It has immense importance because, for starters, it was the first of its kind dialogue between India’s startup community and the government. Startup…
Accounting software is of immense help when dealing with the finances of your business. Especially, when you don’t have much knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping. Accounting software minimizes your chance of financial mismanagement and facilitates invoicing, expense tracking, and payroll. It helps you in keeping your books up to date and balanced and to avoid…
If you own a business, your gains are subject to taxes by the government. Business owners often lose a big part of their gains to income taxes. Therefore, it is essential for business owners to understand how to identify tax deductions relevant to their field of work. Higher tax deductions for small businesses also equate…
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The fact of the importance of invoicing in our day-to-day business life is undeniable. As it helps to sustain the consistency of cash flow into your business. Acknowledging the diversified varieties of invoices, to increase the cash flow can be a game-changer in the business practices of your company. And this is how you can…
At the end, everything comes down to your copy. To open an email, or not to; this is a common question that every person (including you and I) face every single day. B2B buyers receive hundreds of sales emails on a regular basis. They only open a small fraction of sales emails, read even…
A common challenge for both small and large companies is how to handle inventory problems and solutions. The many processes involved in inventory management mean you need to keep a careful eye on your items. Otherwise, your products can easily get lost or damaged. Without the right tools and strategy, this task can become even…
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When buying online, customers usually need an extra incentive that makes them feel confident about their decision. Luckily, product videos are a great way to provide all the helpful information (and that little extra push) most people need for a purchase. But before you start adding a bunch of these videos to your marketing strategy,…
It takes a long time and a lot of effort to get to where you can finally start your business. But the hard work doesn’t stop, once you begin running your firm. You will face a slew of other milestones and obstacles, accounting being one of them. Accounting is critical as you start your…
Small business marketing might be a headache for many, as the owners try to find the best tools and platforms to invest in. Small businesses are looking for effective ways to boost their presence and engagement with a limited budget, ensuring that the money is well spent. Email marketing has experienced huge growth in the…
To err is human. The problem is, most small businesses can’t afford to make financial mistakes. Fortunately, most of these errors are easy to prevent. In this article, we are going to talk about the most common financial mistakes that small business owners make in the hopes that the added awareness may lead you to…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched an electronic voucher-based digital payment system “e-RUPI” on August 2, 2021. The platform will be a person-specific and purpose-specific payments system. The launching of e-Rupi confirms India’s first step towards having a digital currency in the country. Let us dive into the basic understanding of what e-Rupi is and how…
A retail business’s inventory is among its most precious assets. As it has been proven to be the case, in the global ever-growing economy, for inventory-intensive industries such as retail, hospitality, and manufacturing, an entity’s finished products, raw materials, and other components are at the heart of its business. Therefore, a shortage of inventory at…
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However you look at it, email marketing continues to be a powerful advertisement tool, even today. But it is also one that most businesses allow to go underused and is underestimated most of the time. It doesn’t take a genius to look at the numbers and realize the potential value there, yet for every bit…
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Conversion rate is an essential metric to track for businesses large and small. A business owner or company leadership can learn a ton about consumer trust, website usability, lead generation, website optimization, user interaction, and more via conversion rates. Understanding your conversion rate more can also help you allocate precious marketing dollars toward the top…
For startups and small businesses, bookkeeping can be a real challenge. As an owner or manager, you encounter these three options for accounting: do it yourself, hire an employee to do it, or let a third party take care of it. All of these options have drawbacks. With your spread-thin time, doing it yourself eats…
The digital age has brought endless possibilities to start online businesses of all shapes and sizes, so there’s something out there for all types of people. If you’ve got a knack for numbers and a good head for organization, starting a bookkeeping business might just be the right choice for you. It’s also a very…
If you’ve been running a small business for a few years, it’s likely that your questions have evolved from the earlier days of “How do I attract more customers ?” to questions more along the lines of “How can I utilize my time better?” and “What questions don’t I know to ask that could grow my business faster?” You might…
What is Audit Trail? Have you struggled to find the accurate amount of a transaction to close out the month? Maybe your team scrambled around to recognize what went wrong in the reporting cycle; or tried to identify how you achieved stronger sales last quarter. Problems like workflow issue solutions, significant accounting errors, and budget…
When you are running a company or managing accounting, there are some basics you need to be clear about before you indulge in complicated transactions. Transactions can be difficult and, in order to ensure that all is in place, bank reconciliation is necessary. If this prompts questions to pop in your head, further down is…
One of the best investments a small business owner can make is in people—both employees and customers. And you can easily serve your people with simple customer relationship management (CRM) software. The vast majority of companies have systems to handle data about product management. However, plenty of data and analysis is out there and received…
The most awaited and new tax system of India i.e., GST came into existence on 1st July 2017. After this, most of the businesses were able to continue smoothly as they adopted GST Compliance. But there are many businesses still that are not very sure about various compliances which can lead to heavy fines and…
Small business owners make up for a majority of the working class around the world. Here are some numbers to support this claim: Small business units form close to 58% of the total employment. This number goes considerably up in low and middle-income countries. It might come as a surprise, but in countries that…
Why You Should Consider Starting an Online Business During the Pandemic For most niches, a business cannot continue as usual. Brick and mortar stores will feel the pinch that comes with behaving responsibly amid a global pandemic. Existing enterprises have an advantage over nascent ones, but they’re still struggling. Yet, according to the Wall Street…
Here’s an interesting statistic: at least 40% of online transactions are now done using mobile. With that in mind, more and more brands nowadays are using a responsive web design approach. However, to foster engagement and build brand loyalty, having a responsive web design alone won’t suffice. You also need to optimize your website for mobile search engine…
“It’s not about ideas, It’s about making ideas happen” Entrepreneurs often believe that profit is what matters most in a new enterprise. But profit is secondary. Cashflow matters the most. When you are an entrepreneur, there are a lot of tasks and processes that demand your attention. On top of regulating employees and payroll,…
The current pandemic has created financial instability for a lot of businesses. The measures that the government took to safeguard the citizens along with the threat of COVID-19 has led to the downfall of many businesses. A survey says that more than 30% of small businesses may go out of business due to this…
As we all know, people love to try products before they buy them. Looking at how something works with their own eyes is the best way to understand if a product is going to fill their expectations. And hey, that’s completely understandable. Nobody likes to feel disappointed by something they just bought! But with…
Raising Funds For Your Business: Live Webinar By Mr Mukesh Mohan Gupta. At ProfitBooks, we believe that good financial health is key to running any successful business. That’s why we are on a mission to help 1 Million SMEs to organise their finances. After the Covid-19 impact, income has either stopped for a lot of…
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Essential Tools for Running Your Business Remotely In 2020, finding the right business software for managing remote teams has suddenly become very important. When you think about remote work, you probably think video calls, virtual meetings, and remote presentations. And you’re right! These are a big part of working online, especially with colleagues and customers.…
When it comes to running a small business, having the right tool for the job can make a huge difference in both your workday and your business performance. That’s why now is a great time to be an entrepreneur — you still need to wear a lot of hats, but there have never been…
Best Business Blogs in 2020 There is a plethora of fluffy easy-reading tat that constitutes the bigger business publications on the internet these days. Do not fall for them. They are written to appeal to the broadest possible audience, which in turn makes their content generic and useless to real businesspersons. Instead, try…
Within the past few decades, IT (information technology) has become a massive part of nearly every organization and office. The business world has gone digital in a number of aspects. A lawyer that aspires to achieve the best for his clients should also effectively devise a means of information flow between him and his…
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Hunt for the Best eCommerce Platform Today, every business owner wants to take their business online due to the higher influence of the internet all over the world. Thanks to eCommerce platforms like BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Magento, etc, building an online store has become easy. With these platforms, you can build an appealing store with minimal…
Co-working spaces are quickly gaining popularity among organizations and are doubling their inventory from the past few years in the major markets in India. Seeing co-working spaces climbing charts industry experts and asset owners are making researches about whether this segment holds a future or not. Flexible workspaces or business centres in India are…
What Is Order Management? Some businesses manage their orders manually and keep their records in ledgers. That being said, this is only good for small companies who process very few orders on a daily basis. For big companies with larger order inflows, the task of order management and processing can be challenging to carry…
How to Make Money Selling Things Online? Buying and selling online- or eCommerce- in India will cross the UD$84 billion mark by 2021, says a joint report by Deloitte India and Retail Association of India. The rising popularity of smartphones and inexpensive Internet packages will be the main drivers of this growth, the report entitled…
Inventory management can be a cumbersome task, especially if you have a large inventory to take care of for your company. Moreover, if it is not done the right way, it can lead to a lot of problems and loses. The right kind of inventory management is the key to success for a startup as…
4 Ways Flexible Packaging Could Benefit Your Business In an age where efficiency has become a guiding principle for every enterprise, saving time, money and energy has never been more important for financial decision-makers. Taking a conscious and robust approach to product packaging and delivery is one way to combat this issue in your enterprise.…
According to a Forbes-Google Video in the C-Suite study, lots of senior executives watch work-related videos and in fact prefer video content over text. The study further found that these executives are open to sharing and viewing B2B videos on social media. In fact, among B2B marketers, videos are already the third most popular form…
Do you want to become a pro-Amazon seller? Here are the ten useful tips for selling on Amazon. Amazon is growing every year and is also a robust market place to survive. Numbers of Amazon seller accounts are rising day-by-day due to which the market is getting more competing than ever. If you have…
Late payment disrupts cash flow. Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Without cash flow, your business will crumble. It may seem unimportant for a small invoice to go unpaid. But, imagine a situation where this number keeps growing. How would that affect your daily operations going forward? To be blunt, it would…
Business! every step you take in your business should be calculated and tracked. If you are not tracking it, you are doing it wrong. Poor inventory management can be the absolute reason why your business’s efficiency is not the same as it was before. But there is much more to inventory than just its basic…
Every Startup owner knows the struggle and importance of dealing with invoices. Money is the core feature of your business and you don’t want to mess it up, especially when you are just starting off, right? Everybody carries a manual of all the right things to practice in their business but it’s equally important to…
Invoices are often the first and sometimes the last document that goes to the client. So, we must make a good impression while sending invoices. Apart from the mandatory things such as client name and item details, an invoice should contain various other important elements. One of the elements is – payment terms and…
Understanding Digital Signatures We are living in a world where carrying out daily business and personal activities are becoming very easy and smooth. In an era where digital signatures are being greatly embraced in the entire world, we no longer have any limitations in our business or personal lives. Typically, physical documents like invoices will…
In our endeavour to help entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, we published lot of insightful business articles last year. I’ve handpicked 10 of them that instantly stuck the cord with our readers. Hope you’ll enjoy these posts. Here are our most popular business articles from year 2017.. 1) How To Get Working Capital Loans…
Small business owners are often overloaded with tons of activities revolving around their business, and they have very little time left for managing cash flows or scratching their heads on company’s finances. On the other hand, mismanaging your company’s funds might lead to total failure of your business. Even though you have the brightest…
What is cloud computing? Everyone has been talking about “the cloud.” But what does it mean? Cloud technology or cloud computing is encountering a rush of applications these days. It is not just a sudden shift from traditional software models to the Internet, it has been steadily gaining pace over the last fifteen years. Looking…
In earlier articles, we’ve covered various aspects of Goods And Services Tax, how to create a GST invoice and finally how to file GST Returns. Now, once you file the returns, it becomes little tricky to make changes to the transactions of that particular month – specially Invoices. But we are humans and changes…
After a decade of debates, amendments, discussions, and varied opinions, India is all set for the implementation of GST Laws, which is a historic move by the government of India. The “One Nation, One Tax” is the core reason for the GST rollout. It is a simplified, yet mechanical system of taxation which always…
Every month suppliers will be required to upload their invoices to GSTN portal and those will be matched with the purchases from customers. So, invoice matching is going to be a monthly affair for businesses. Use of IT systems for bookkeeping and tax compliance work will be seen even in many small and medium…
GST is almost here and you must be wondering about lot of things, like – how this is going to impact my business, which vouchers will change, what are the minimum things I need to do in order to comply with GST and so on. We know this is going to be confusing and…
If sell products or services in India, you must be issuing invoice to your customers. Every business in India needs to know about the new GST invoice rules going forward. In this article, we’ve explained how to create GST invoice, various components that must be there on invoice, format of GST invoice and much more.…
It’s been few years since you are running this business. You are about to end this financial year and now you want to know – What is my actual business worth? Most small business owners consider only revenue while assessing their business worth. However, they rarely consider one fundamental thing in the calculation – Fixed Assets. An example of…
Mr. Vinod manufactures solar panels. He just delivered a huge order to one Government office. As per the agreed payment terms, he will get the payment after 3 months. Now, he got another big order. But the problem is he doesn’t have enough money to procure raw materials to fulfil this order. His payment is…
Goods and service tax (GST) is set to go live in India on 1st July 2017. This is the biggest tax reform as its going to replace around 18 indirect taxes. Naturally, there is lot of confusion around GST. In order to make business owner’s life easy, companies have launched GST mobile apps. At the…
Union Budget 2017 For Small Business And Start-ups Union budget is one of the biggest events in the financial calendar of the country and this year’s financial budget saw some great promises made for empowering the small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the start-up businesses. The finance minister announced some great tax exemptions and policies for the…
At ProfitBooks, we are committed to make taxation simple for small business owners in India. Since GST is set to replace various indirect taxes, we have started this series on frequently asked questions on GST. This article is next in this series. Earlier, we had covered Levy and Exceptions under GST and Tax payments under…
“You Can’t Improve What You Don’t Measure!” Small businesses must be well-informed to survive in a competitive environment and one of the vital competencies they must develop is to read and understand important financial statements. Understanding essential financial statements such as ‘Trial Balance’, ‘Balance Sheet’, and ‘Profit and Loss statements is of utmost importance, as…
In our endeavour to help entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, we published lot of insightful articles last year. I’ve handpicked 15 of them that instantly stuck the cord with our readers. Hope you’ll enjoy these posts. Here are our most popular business articles from year 2016.. 1) 12 Inventory Management Techniques To Cut Losses Inventory is…
Mukesh Ambani takes Rs. 15 Cr as his annual salary, Snapdeal co-founders earn Rs. 46.5 Cr each, Flipkart founders take home Rs. 20 Cr every year, Mark Zuckerberg prefers to pay himself $1 per year and Narayan Murthy earned just Rs. 1 as his annual salary. So, what’s the right salary of an entrepreneur? If you are…
Certain things just don’t mix well — like a good scotch and soda, like Rajnikant and Laws of Physics, like Rahul Gandhi and politics and like your personal finances and your business’s. Keeping these things separate not only helps you reduce problems, it also greatly simplifies things and makes it easier to manage your finances.…
ProfitBooks offers the simplest way to create professional invoices. However, creating and sending an invoice to your customer is a job half done. Most of our users tell us that it takes them average 18 days to receive money once the invoice is sent. So, to solve this problem, we had integrated Instamojo payment gateway with…
What is TDS? Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) is a system introduced by Income Tax Department, where the person responsible for making specified payments such as salary, commission, professional fees, interest, rent, etc. is liable to deduct a certain percentage of tax before making payment in full to the receiver of the payment. As the…
In today’s scenario where doing business has become more stringent due to the mandatory requirement of complying with multiple & complex laws, taxation law is something you should outsource to an expert. Taxation laws not only in our country but all over the world are complex and not everyone’s cup of tea. As a business…
Sometimes, your invoice is the last communication that you have with your client and its very important to leave lasting impression. At ProfitBooks, we’ve seen many businesses suffer from late payments due to improper invoice payment terms. In this post, I’ve explained how to write invoice payment terms that can help you get paid faster.…
We were planning to conduct a small workshop for business owners. There were lot of activities to be done – Like sending invitations, confirming attendance, booking venue, printing promotional materials, etc. Now, the problem was, we didn’t want to hire someone full-time just for this as it would involve more time and money. Fortunately,…
As a business owner, we are always looking for ways to cut costs. If you operate out of a metro city, its difficult to find cost-effective options for business meetings, conducting interviews or finding an affordable place to work. Sometimes investing in an office infrastructure is not possible for early-stage businesses. This is where coworking spaces…
Setting up Taxes in ProfitBooks is easy. Just to go Accounting menu and click on Taxes. In this article, we’ll explain how to setup Service Tax, Swacch Bharat Cess and Krishi Kalyan Cess: Important Notes Here is a quick calculation for new service tax rates that is effective from 1st June 2016. Taxes are…
For small businesses, social media is the key to success. In the past, building a brand and attracting new customers was a daunting task, and while it’s far from easy, social media makes it more possible than ever before. If your business isn’t on social media, it’s time to change that. Today we’ll look at…
Update – Read about 5 Key benefits announced in Budget 2017 for startups. When finance minister, Arun Jaitley was about to open his ‘Goodie Bag’ while presenting the union budget 2016, expectations from the startup community were sky high. In order to boost small business and MSME sectors, Mr. Jaitley announced various schemes and policies in…
Last weekend, I wanted to watch a movie with my family. My wife was constantly asking me if I booked the tickets. I took my phone out from the pocket, opened the BookMyShow app and booked the tickets in few minutes. As I avoid driving during rush hours, I also booked a cab with couple…
Now, get paid faster with ProfitBooks. You can now add a payment link to invoices when you email them to your customers. This guide shows how to integrate your Instamojo account and start receiving payments directly in ProfitBooks. Meet Instamojo Instamojo one of the best payment gateways in India. You can enable your customers to pay you…
Inventories that are mismanaged can create significant financial problems for a business. The use of inventory management techniques can reduce the troubles of the supply chain. And a management solution can provide a better future for retail business. Raj owns a retail store in Mumbai and last year he started selling on eCommerce marketplaces.…
In our endeavour to help entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, we published lot of insightful articles last year. I’ve handpicked 12 of them that instantly stuck the cord with our readers. Hope you’ll enjoy these posts. Here are 12 best business articles of 2015 published on ProfitBooks blog Top 5 Payment Gateways & Wallet Providers…
Starting 15th November 2015, Hotel, Mobile Phone bills, airline tickets will get more expensive with the finance ministry of India deciding to impose a Swachh Bharat cess on all services. As a consumer, you will have higher input cost for your business and as a business owner, you need to be sure how to deal…
We know Facebook as a social network where we share updates with our friends. But did you know that you can use Facebook for business? Facebook is perhaps the only social medium that can help you reach out to over a billion people. It knows more about your customers than you do and can help…
How often you see someone starting a business with just an idea and then transforming it into an multi-million dollar business in couple of years? Today, I’m going to share a story about one such entrepreneur who did exactly this and much more. Meet Samir Palnitkar, President of Zinrelo. I got an opportunity to interact with…
Whatsapp has more than 2000 million active users! dame that’s a lot of people sending good morning messages which cute animal pictures, but imagine the marketing and sales potential this one app has. If you create a business profile on the WhatsApp Business API, you will be able to sell and advertise, as well as…
It was a Monday morning and I was responding to an important email on my laptop. One of our vendors had sent me an invoice couple of weeks back he was reminding me that its already overdue. I had a feeling that I already issued a payment and even got the receipt for it. I quickly…
Why you should sell online? eCommerce in India is booming. According to a study conducted by Google India, there were 35 million online shoppers in India in 2014 Q1 and is expected to cross 100 million mark by end of year 2016. Broadband internet and explosive growth of mobile phones are fueling this growth further.…
Creating a professional invoice might seem like an easy thing to do but its often the toughest task, specially if you are doing it for the first time. Its often the last communication with the client and hence, must leave a good impression about your company. Lets find out how you can create a good looking…
Mr. Gupta runs a retail shop in Mumbai. One fine day, when he started his computer to enter sales transactions, he was in a rude shock. He was unable to open any program and some casino advertisements with nude ladies were flashing all over the screen. His computer was infected by a virus and the worst part…
If you are providing your services to foreign clients, you might want to create invoices in currency that is different than your base currency. ProfitBooks supports multi currency accounting and invoicing. While creating new customers or vendors, you need to specify their currency & ProfitBooks will use that currency in invoices or other vouchers. Lets…
In simple words, business metrics is the collection of relevant and meaningful business data that can help you take informed decisions to grow your business. Some people call it KPI (Key Performance Indicators) or analytics. Depending on the nature of your business there could by 100s of KPIs you can track but I would definitely…
Lets first understand What is Proforma Invoice and where it is used. According to this definition on Investopedia, Proforma Invoice is like a preliminary bill of sale sent to buyers in advance of a shipment or delivery of goods. Typically, it gives a description of the purchased items, notes the cost, as well as other important…
We are writing this article specially for Indian SMEs to make them aware of the important compliances for private limited companies that can attract fine if ignored. If you have recently formed a Private Limited company and started your business in India, you must get yourself familiar with few important compliances by Companies Act 2013.…
ProfitBooks makes it very easy to create beautiful invoices. Lets see how to create an invoice for the first time. With ProfitBooks you can create 3 types for invoices: Credit Invoice (Used when the payment is expected in future) Cash Invoice (Used over the counter sales) Time-Based Invoice (Used for billing against tasks) Lets see how to create…
