Resources and articles
The start of a new year is more than a clean calendar. Think of it as an opportunity to reset how your business operates. January is the ideal time to review, organize, and strengthen your bookkeeping so the rest of the year runs smoother. A small amount of attention now can prevent costly issues later and give you clearer insight into your business from day one. 1. Why January Is
Canadian small businesses are experiencing a technological shift unlike anything before. Tools like cloud platforms, automation, and AI-powered analytics that were once reserved for large enterprises are now accessible and increasingly standard for entrepreneurs across the country.
At the centre of this evolution are two powerful forces: cloud-based accounting and AI-driven automation. Together, they’re reshaping how business owners manage their finances, streamline operations, and make strategic decisions.
As these tools become integrated into daily workflows, companies are turning to experienced partners like IYT to help them implement, maintain, and leverage the technology for smarter bookkeeping and stronger financial clarity.
Running a small business is no small feat. Between managing operations, serving clients, and keeping your books in order, marketing often slips down the priority list. Yet, in today’s competitive landscape, effective marketing isn’t just a “nice-to-have”; it’s essential for a business’s survival and growth. The good news? With the right strategy and It’s Your Time’s marketing services, small businesses can compete with bigger players by focusing on what sets
At It’s Your Time Business Services, we pride ourselves on providing expert support that ensures smooth operations for our clients. One such client engaged our team to oversee the work of an offshore team member responsible for managing and sending out invoices. Our role wasn’t to handle the invoicing directly, but rather to spot-check for accuracy and ensure everything was submitted by the deadline each month. Here’s the catch: our
The Situation: A busy tax team found themselves at a critical juncture—experiencing growth and demand but lacking the administrative infrastructure to support it. Their internal processes were still in flux, and the team was struggling to build workflows while trying to keep up with client needs and deadlines. They needed more than just task support—they needed strategic guidance to build sustainable systems. The Challenge: Without consistent workflows or standardized admin
As a trades business owner, you’re constantly managing multiple tasks, from scheduling and invoicing to client communication and managing job costs. While the hands-on work is vital, there are also behind-the-scenes processes that can benefit from automation and smarter decision-making. That’s where AI can make a big impact.
Outlive is a dense and deeply informative exploration of how our bodies work, how they break down, and what we can do to give ourselves the best shot at a long, healthy life. Despite the complexity of the science, Dr. Peter Attia has a real gift: he makes the intricate workings of the human body feel understandable and—more importantly—empowering.
The first three-quarters of the book focus on what he calls the “Four Horsemen” of chronic disease:
In any business, strong accounts receivable (AR) management is key to maintaining healthy cash flow. One of the best ways to improve AR efficiency is by putting clear approval workflows and access controls in place. QuickBooks Online Advanced helps you do this with customizable permissions and approval tools. Here’s how these features strengthen your AR process.
We’re often wrong about our understanding of the current state of the world, and it’s usually because of the way our brains are wired.
This book outlines how our instincts shape our misunderstanding and what we can do to stay curious instead of cynical, breathe a little easier, and think a little more clearly.
In any business, ensuring steady cash flow is essential to maintaining operations, paying bills, and supporting growth. One of the most crucial components of cash flow management is accounts receivable (AR)—the money owed to your business by clients for goods or services provided. Effectively managing AR not only ensures that payments are collected on time but also boosts profitability and strengthens relationships with clients.
