Why Do I need to keep track of my finances?

For home-based stamping business owners, keeping track of finances is one of their least-favorite things to do. The truth is, many of them don't really want to know how much they are spending because, generally, they are spending more than they should.

As a business owner, though, it's very, very important for you to keep track of finances.

1. It gives you an honest view of your business.
If you don't understand exactly how much money you're making… or how much money you're losing, it's going to be very difficult to keep your business afloat long-term. 

2. You'll learn where, specifically, you're making and losing money.
This allows you to identify the strengths and weaknesses of your business. You'll be able to see where you're getting the best return on investement (ROI)… and where you're not.
By allowing yourself to identify those strengths and weaknesses, you now have the ability to make the necessary changes to maximize those strengths and minimize those weakness.

3. You'll make more money.
Keeping track of your finances… and being able to make the necessary changes, quite simply means you'll make more money!  You will be more successful and you will be in business a lot longer.

So, while keeping track of your finances may not be fun, especially in the beginning.  By the time you have your system established, you'll not only be having more fun… you'll be making more money as well!