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New Year, New Goals, New Growth! 🎉 As 2025 approaches, it’s time for small businesses to reflect, reset, and resolve. Here are 5 practical New Year resolutions to set your business up for success: 1️⃣ Focus on Your People: Happy employees = happy customers. Invest in training, recognition, and inclusivity. 2️⃣ Streamline Operations: Use tech tools to automate repetitive tasks and boost productivity. 3️⃣ Prioritize Customer Feedback: Actively listen and adapt to what your customers want. 4️⃣ Set Clear Goals: SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals keep everyone aligned. 5️⃣ Give Back: A socially responsible business is a thriving one. What’s your 2025 resolution? 🌟 Let’s grow together! Signup for our newsletter: www.5ftview.com #SmallBusiness #NewYearResolution #GrowthMindset #2025Goals

Happy New Year from 5FT View Consulting! ✨🎉 As we step into 2025, we’re grateful for the trust and partnerships we’ve built with amazing small businesses like yours. This year, we’re here to help you achieve your goals, simplify your operations, and make growth feel effortless. Whether streamlining processes or solving challenges, we’re your partner every step of the way. Here’s to a year of opportunities, success, and making big dreams happen—one step at a time! Visit our website: www.5ftview.com #HappyNewYear #SmallBusinessSuccess #5FTView

How Businesses Can Optimize Transportation Costs in 2025! Did you know? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the 2025 standard mileage rates, providing a valuable tool for businesses to calculate and deduct automobile-related expenses. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know: 🔹 Business Use: 70 cents per mile. Perfect for tracking and deducting business travel costs. 🔹 Charitable Services: 14 cents per mile for driving in service to nonprofit organizations. 🔹 Medical & Moving Purposes: 21 cents per mile, with special rules for Armed Forces members on duty-related moves. Why this matters: Accurate mileage tracking ensures you claim all eligible deductions, optimizing your tax savings. Remember, compliance with IRS guidelines like Rev. Proc. 2019-46 is essential. 📌 Pro Tip: For business use, the depreciation component of the mileage rate is 33 cents per mile in 2025. Keep this in mind when calculating reductions. Start 2025 right by implementing effective mileage tracking systems and maximizing your tax benefits! Send us your name and email and we'll share an easy mileage tracker: www.5ftview.com #TaxTips #BusinessSavings #MileageRates Information gathered from Internal Revenue Service

Merry Christmas from 5FT View Consulting! ✨🎄 This holiday season, we’re celebrating the heart of every business—the employees who make it all happen. 💼❤️ To the dreamers, doers, and dedicated teams: thank you for your hard work, passion, and commitment. You’re the driving force behind every success story. As we reflect on this year, we’re grateful to partner with incredible businesses that value their people as much as their growth. Here’s to a joyful holiday and an exciting year ahead! Merry Christmas to all! Visit our website: www.5ftview.com #MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays #SmallBusinessSupport #EmployeeAppreciation #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #5FTViewConsulting #Gratitude #HolidaySeason #CelebrateSuccess

Question of The Week! Is your small business ready for a digital transformation? The digital world isn’t just for big companies anymore—small businesses can benefit from going digital, too. Here’s why embracing technology could take your business to the next level: ✅ Streamline processes: Automate tasks and save valuable time. ✅ Enhance customer experience: Digital tools make it easier to connect with your audience. ✅ Stay competitive: Technology keeps you agile in a fast-changing market. ✅ Improve decision-making: Data-driven insights help you make smarter choices. Digital transformation is a necessity for growth. Are you ready to make the leap? Signup for our newsletter to get business updates and tips: www.5ftview.com #SmallBusinessGrowth #DigitalTransformation #TechForBusiness #BusinessInnovation #CustomerExperience #SmartBusiness #DigitalTools

Are your employees running around in circles while you are constantly putting out fires? We Can Help! Running a small business can feel like juggling a million things at once or, worse yet, wrangling cats and playing firefighter. From daily operations to big-picture strategy, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where 5FT View Consulting’s Fractional COO/EOS® Integrator Services come in—designed to give you the support you need to streamline your business and grow with confidence. 🔑 Here’s what we bring to the table: Optimize Your Operations: We’ll help you identify bottlenecks and implement systems that make your business run smoothly—giving you more time to focus on growth. Integrate EOS® Practices into your Organization: The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS®) brings clarity, focus, and alignment to your leadership team, ensuring everyone is working toward the same vision. Drive Measurable Growth: We help turn your big ideas into actionable plans and ensure consistent execution, so you can hit your growth targets faster. 📊 The Impact: Companies using EOS® see 30% faster growth. With the right leadership, your business can thrive and scale without stress. And, if you’re not ready to adopt EOS®, we can still support you! Let’s chat about how we can help you grow! Get in touch for a complimentary session: https://lnkd.in/eHeabCny #FractionalCOO #EOSIntegrator #SmallBusinessGrowth #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #Efficiency #ScaleYourBusiness #5FTViewConsulting #EntrepreneurialOperatingSystem #BusinessOperations #GrowthMindset #SmallBusinessLeadership #BusinessSuccess

HR Compliance: Protect Your Business, Empower Your Team 💼 Noncompliance isn’t just about fines—it’s about trust, reputation, and sustainability. Did you know SMBs with remote teams face compliance challenges across multiple states, with 51% reporting increased complexity? The cost of noncompliance is high—$346.2M in fines and settlements in 2023 alone—but the opportunity to turn compliance into a strategic advantage is even greater. ✅ Outsource for expertise ✅ Invest in technology ✅ Conduct regular audits ✅ Foster a culture of compliance Let’s make compliance your SMB’s secret weapon for growth. 🚀 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dj5ST_yT #HRCompliance #SmallBusiness #RemoteWork #Leadership Information gathered from BambooHR

Are You Prepared to Send 1099s This Tax Season? Tax season is around the corner, and if your small business works with independent contractors or freelancers, Form 1099-NEC might be on your to-do list. Here's what you need to know: 1️⃣ Who Needs a 1099-NEC? If you’ve paid $600 or more to someone for services (excluding employees), you’re required to send them a 1099-NEC. This applies to individuals, partnerships, or LLCs but not corporations (with some exceptions, like lawyers). 2️⃣ Get Organized Now Ensure you’ve collected Form W-9 from your contractors. This provides their Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and legal name, which you’ll need to complete the 1099 accurately. 3️⃣ File on Time You must send 1099s to recipients by January 31 and file copies with the IRS. Missing the deadline could result in penalties. 4️⃣ Double-check the Rules There are different 1099 forms for various payment types (e.g., 1099-MISC, 1099-K). Make sure you’re using the correct one for each situation. 💡 Pro Tip: Track payments throughout the year. Staying organized saves time and reduces stress when tax season arrives! Start early to avoid last-minute scrambling and ensure your business stays compliant. For more details. Get in touch for a complimentary session on 1099s: https://lnkd.in/eHeabCny Subscribe to our newsletter at: www.5ftview.com #SmallBusinessTips #TaxSeason #1099 #TaxCompliance #SmallBusinessFinance #IndependentContractors #TaxPreparation #BusinessTaxes

Monday Motivation! 🌟 "Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people." – Steve Jobs No matter how talented or visionary a leader might be, success is always a team effort. In small businesses, every team member plays a critical role—whether it’s the one answering customer calls, managing inventory, or crafting strategies behind the scenes. This week, let’s focus on building and celebrating our teams: ✅ Show appreciation: A simple “thank you” can go a long way in boosting morale. ✅ Foster collaboration: Encourage open communication and shared problem-solving. ✅ Empower growth: Offer learning opportunities to help your team thrive. When people feel valued and supported, they bring their best selves to work—and that’s when the magic happens. Great teamwork doesn’t just build businesses; it builds trust, loyalty, and long-term success. Here’s to your team and the amazing things you’ll achieve together this week! 💪 Visit our website: www.5ftview.com #MondayMotivation #SmallBusiness #Teamwork #Leadership #Growth

Question of The Week! How does investing in employee training and professional development help my business? Here’s the deal: investing in your team’s growth isn’t just an expense—it’s an opportunity. For small businesses, the benefits of training go far beyond skill-building: ✅ Boost performance: Skilled employees are confident and productive. ✅ Reduce turnover: People stay where they feel valued and supported. ✅ Save money: Filling skill gaps internally is cheaper than hiring new talent. ✅ Stay competitive: A well-trained team helps you adapt to change faster. Investing in training is like investing in your business’s future. What’s your approach? Get in touch for a complimentary session on your training needs: https://lnkd.in/eHeabCny #SmallBusinessTips #EmployeeDevelopment #WorkplaceTraining #SkillBuilding #HRStrategy #TeamGrowth #RetentionMatters