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Casual Articles - Five New Client Warning Signals You Should Not Ignore
Currently in United States of America we are worried about high oil prices, Middle Eastern politics, our national debt and illegal immigration; so what else is new? You know I always find interesting is that the United States of America's government keeps doing the same things
4. Client's business is not listed in the White Pages. A White Pages listing is the most basic form of listing a business can have. If the client cannot be found there, then this gives the strong impression that the client is hiding. Hiding from what? Probably the IRS. See #1 above.
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Spring is traditionally a time for new beginnings and as we start to springclean our homes, some of us may be considering springcleaning our careers.Why are so many of us unhappy at work? There are probably as many reasons as there are unhappy people, but there are a few
1. Client is not current with income tax or payroll tax returns. When meeting with potential clients, always inquire about the status of income tax and payroll tax filings. If the client is cheating, ignoring, or lying to the IRS, they will almost certainly do the same to you.
2. Client is not current with basic accounting tasks, such as bank reconciliations. Bank reconciliations are a basic accounting function. Legitimate business owners know this and are careful to see that the task gets done in a timely manner. If you have a potential client who is not current with this task, it is an indication that he does not take the accounting side of business seriously. He may therefore not take you, your work, or your invoices seriously either.
3. Client's business cannot be located through an Internet search. Many legitimate business still do not have websites. However, this, coupled with one or more other items from this list, can be an indication that the client does not take his business seriously, and may not take your business seriously either.
4. Client's business is not listed in the White Pages. A White Pages listing is the most basic form of listing a business can have. If the client cannot be found there, then this gives the strong impression that the client is hiding. Hiding from what? Probably the IRS. See #1 above.
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A bad hire can cost you a lot of money and waste you a lot of time. You do not want to make a mistake in hiring a prospective employee. As much as possible you want to get it right the first time. This is especially true if you are looking for someone to fill in the crucial posi
2. Client is not current with basic accounting tasks, such as bank reconciliations. Bank reconciliations are a basic accounting function. Legitimate business owners know this and are careful to see that the task gets done in a timely manner. If you have a potential client who is not current with this task, it is an indication that he does not take the accounting side of business seriously. He may therefore not take you, your work, or your invoices seriously either.
3. Client's business cannot be located through an Internet search. Many legitimate business still do not have websites. However, this, coupled with one or more other items from this list, can be an indication that the client does not take his business seriously, and may not take your business seriously either.
4. Client's business is not listed in the White Pages. A White Pages listing is the most basic form of listing a business can have. If the client cannot be found there, then this gives the strong impression that the client is hiding. Hiding from what? Probably the IRS. See #1 above.
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3. Client's business cannot be located through an Internet search. Many legitimate business still do not have websites. However, this, coupled with one or more other items from this list, can be an indication that the client does not take his business seriously, and may not take your business seriously either.
4. Client's business is not listed in the White Pages. A White Pages listing is the most basic form of listing a business can have. If the client cannot be found there, then this gives the strong impression that the client is hiding. Hiding from what? Probably the IRS. See #1 above.
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Getting selected in a job interview is only half the job done; the other half is salary negotiation. When negotiating a salary, timing is important. Asking the salary amount right in the first instance would be imprudent. It is important to get the job offer or reach the final i
3. Client's business cannot be located through an Internet search. Many legitimate business still do not have websites. However, this, coupled with one or more other items from this list, can be an indication that the client does not take his business seriously, and may not take your business seriously either.
4. Client's business is not listed in the White Pages. A White Pages listing is the most basic form of listing a business can have. If the client cannot be found there, then this gives the strong impression that the client is hiding. Hiding from what? Probably the IRS. See #1 above.
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4. Client's business is not listed in the White Pages. A White Pages listing is the most basic form of listing a business can have. If the client cannot be found there, then this gives the strong impression that the client is hiding. Hiding from what? Probably the IRS. See #1 above.
A few potential clients will fall into several of these catagories. If you do not wish to work for them, then don't. However, there is one tactic you can try: have them pay for your services up front. If they agree, then it's very possible they are trying to become legitimate. Don't be skimpy or shy about the sum of money you request, and make sure the check clears your bank before you begin any work.
If they don't want to pay up front, or if their check does not clear your bank, then this fact becomes the fifth and last item on this list.
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