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10 tech freebies to grab now: Software, phone service, logos and more
There’s never a dull moment when you own your own business. You don’t report to anyone but are on the hook for all the big decisions. You have complete control over what you spend your money on, but the bills never stop coming. Tap or click for small business tips that will save you money.
We know how tough it is for small businesses, no matter what you do. That’s why we like gathering reliable resources. It’s even better when they don’t cost you a thing.
Keep reading for 10 freebies you should take advantage of now.
1. Office software
Microsoft Office is pricey. You don’t need to pay for it if you know about this free alternative: LibreOffice. It’s a free, open-source office suite compatible with Microsoft Office files. Since it’s open-source software, the program is continually updated at no charge.
LibreOffice offers six programs that will feel instantly familiar if you’ve used Office before. Writer, Calc and Impress are equivalent to Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. They have most of the same features. You might need to poke around to find some of them.
Even better, LibreOffice can open and edit the documents you made in Office and save new files in Office formats. Download Libre Office here.
2. Accounting software upgrade
Are you fed up with QuickBooks? You’re not alone. Kim constantly hears from listeners looking for a better way to get their accounting done. That’s where our sponsor NetSuite comes in. It’s the world’s No. 1 cloud business system for a good reason.
If you’re bogged down in spreadsheets stored locally on your computer, you’ll love that you can access all your data in one place whenever you want.
The software isn’t free, but you can check it out at no cost and see if it’s right for you. And every small business owner knows the right software can save you a ton of time, which equals money.
To see it in action, head to Netsuite.com/kim and get a free product tour.
10 free budgeting spreadsheets to help get a handle on your money
Keeping track of your finances can be a daunting task. Wouldn’t it be great to know exactly where your money was?
When I started on my own, recording and managing my finances was non-existent. If you’re not good at keeping track of what you have in your accounts or what is coming or going from those accounts, this may be the answer for you.
Struggling with Excel? 3 tips and tutorials to help you out
Ah, Excel. It’s been around since the ’80s, yet it can still stump many of us. There’s a lot to learn, from creating complex formulas to navigating pivot tables.
So, where do you turn? You can buy a paid course, which will give you a lot of bang for your buck, but you can also start smaller — and free.
Ways to make money with ChatGPT
ChatGPT can write essays, solve engineering problems and even give life advice. As you can imagine, people fear the new AI tool stealing their jobs or helping students and employees cheat. However, there’s a bright side: You can make money with ChatGPT.
4 programs that work like QuickBooks but aren't as frustrating
Keeping track of your finances is important no matter what you do for a living. From independent contractors to salaried employees to business owners, it all comes down to the books. When tax season comes, you don’t want to get caught unprepared.
Unsure if you’re eligible for the child tax credit? Use this quick check to find out
Even though the COVID-19 pandemic is slowly fading away in large parts of the country, millions of Americans are still financially struggling. The government has implemented several strategies to help those in need through stimulus checks and economic recovery plans.
These versions of QuickBooks are no longer supported - Time to upgrade
Each year, Intuit discontinues older versions of its QuickBooks line. As of May 31, these versions are no longer supported:
If you were using one of those editions, it’s seriously time to upgrade. We say it’s time to ditch the spreadsheets altogether. Don’t let QuickBooks and spreadsheets slow you down, making things harder than necessary. It’s time to upgrade to NetSuite.