

While passion and excitement often ignite a new business venture, what keeps that business running smoothly is attention to the everyday details. Every aspect of operating a business requires careful planning and execution — from inventory management and training staff, to customer service and marketing.
Finance and accounting in particular can be intimidating topics for entrepreneurs. Even if you’ve been successfully operating a business for years, handling the financial side often remains a challenge. Without a solid understanding of these key operational aspects, however, you could be putting the financial health of your new business at risk. Fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone.
After you’ve read this guide, put your knowledge into action.
Start from the beginning or jump to the sections most relevant to your business. If you come across an unfamiliar term, find an explanation in the “Financial Terms to Know” section at the end. Return to this guide as often as you need to and remember that you have a mentor at SCORE and a partner in Deluxe.
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