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Too Much “Bottom Line?”

How many times do we hear the term “bottom line” when it comes to business matters? Even those of us who do not fancy ourselves to be very business-savvy know that we are supposed to keep a mindful eye on our “bottom line” as we grow and build our businesses. We are supposed to watch out for budgets, expenses, and revenue and make sure that the numbers show we are actually making money and not spending too much. But, can there be TOO much focus on bottom line? Enough to keep us from taking risks and focusing on the benefits … Continue reading →

What does “Bottom Line” Mean for Your Home Business?

It’s so common for people talking about business matters to refer to the “bottom line”—as in, “How does this decision affect our bottom line?” Or “After the expenses and revenue have been tallied, what’s the bottom line?” While it sounds terribly efficient and business-y, when you’re running a business from your home while raising a family and possibly working a more traditional job too, what does “bottom line” actually mean? Traditionally, “bottom line” is a term restricted to financial concerns. But, as we’ve discussed and determined here in the Home Business blog, those of us who operate our home business … Continue reading →