If you're anything like the typical entrepreneur, you are focused, ambitious and product-driven. You have confidence in your skills and the intelligence to carry through on your business goals. But do you have another all-essential attribute that is critical to long-term success? Do you know your numbers?

Tags: 2006 February Issue , accounting , financial , Fred Ode , management

CPAs and taxes can be synonymous. When a question about a tax deduction or new tax law arises, the CPA is the first person that comes to mind. There is no denying that CPAs are excellent resources to help businesses and individuals reduce their tax liability, but CPAs are about more than just tax deductions and business write-offs. They are business advisors. If you are using your CPA as simply a tax advisor, you may be leaving profits on the table or money may be walking out the door without your knowledge.

Tags: 2006 September Issue , accounting , financial