TAKE CONTROL - SAY HELLO TO OWNING A BUSINESS

Still searching for a job?  Take a tip from Franchise Solutions and Say ‘Goodbye’ to Job-Hunting and ‘Hello’ to Owning a Business!

Are you allowing your business talent to go to waste in a stuffy environment?  Are you holding on for dear life to your job (that you don't even like that much) just because at least you have a job?  Are you desperately wanting to make a career change, but feeling like you have to wait until the economy rebounds to do so?

Take control of your life, your career, and your future.  

If you've ever wanted to become your own CEO, franchising may be the key to that success.  Better yet, becoming part of a proven, nationwide bookkeeping services model is the way to go.  BookKeeping Express will provide you with the business model based on 25 years of bookkeeping industry experience, the full training and certifications, the on-going support from our corporate headquarters, the technology infrastructure, and the recession-proof industry that's perfect for jumpstarting your career as a business owner. 

Contact BookKeeping Express today to begin exploring your business ownership options!

BKE'S JACKIE HELTON'S TAX GUIDE

We brought this news to you earlier this month, but Jackie just made updates to the site so we want to pass it around again...

BKE'S JACKIE HELTON'S TAX GUIDE

BookKeeping Express Franchisee Jackie Helton teamed up with local station WCTV to bring the greater Tallahassee area a list of resources to help get through tax season. You can find calculators, credits, resources, refund sources, and even small business tips! 

Check it out here, and check out the services Jackie can offer you at her website, here!

THE NO. 1 REASON

The No. 1 Reason Customers Stay or Leave

BKE President Bob Stocker shared a great businessbrief.com article this morning, and it's worth passing along.  The No.1 Reason Customers Stay or Leave presents research by the Peppers & Rogers Group that determined that "customers rely on their emotional experiences with salespeople more than any anything else."

It is so important to not just meet their expectations - "Customers want to know you care. They want a positive response when they run into problems or have serious questions." The article gives four loyalty-building strategies that everyone in sales should take into consideration: come up with new ideas; prove yourself; stay persistent and focused; and think beyond customer problems.

Read the full article at this link, and contact BookKeeping Express today!  We're proud to say that BookKeeping Express offers superior business services with the personal touch. 

INVEST IN THE FUTURE QUALITY OF LIFE - AUSTIN, TEXAS

Earlier this month, local Austin news station KXAN ran a story about Mayor Lee Leffingwell's proposal for a bond election.  The election, slated for November, is described as an investment in the city's troubled transportation system.  Mayor Leffingwell is looking to focus on road improvements and a downtown urban rail system.  Both ideas are backed by the Downtown Austin Alliance, and the city's real estate community.  The collective theme of the project is...

"invest in protecting Austin's future quality of life." 

What a great idea!  How many people actively invest in protecting their future quality of life... or their city's quality of life... or their state, or their business?  Mayor Leffingwell has a grand-scale idea for his city, and he's going to make it happen.  Of course, big, bold steps like his are made easier when you have backing and major support from the community.  But couldn't the same theory hold for businesses?  How many times have you thought about jumping out there, making that big, bold step, owning your own business?  It's a downright scary proposition, especially in an economy like this.  But it becomes less scary, and more real, when you think about having backing and major support - like a franchise.  Why franchise?  BookKeeping Express is a tested, proven, real business opportunity.  We give you the business model, the infrastructure, the quality, and the support.  Take a cue from Mayor Leffingwell and the city of Austin- they want something better and they're taking the big steps to make it happen.  If you want to step out on your own and become your own CEO, BookKeeping Express is a great opportunity.  It's the proven, safe way to take that big step toward investing in protecting your future quality of life. 

Contact BookKeeping Express today!

Email us at info {at} bookkeepingexpress {dot} com,

or call us toll-free at (877)525-5337.

"FRANCHISING IS A LEGACY" - JERRY WILKERSON ARTICLE

Franchisewire.com ran an article today about Franchise Recruiters founder Jerry Wilkerson, who has been in franchising for 32 years.  The story touches on Jerry's start at the International Franchise Association (IFA) in Washington, D.C., serving as Chief Lobbyist, and Director of Public Affairs, and details his involvement in Franchise Recruiters.  It's a great description of the kind of people franchising attracts, and the lifelong career development that is borne out of that entrepreneurial attitude.  There's a quote from Jerry that is particularly inspiring: 

"Franchising is a legacy that inspires others to dream, to learn, and to be more," Wilkerson said. "High achievements are never solo events. We reach our best mark in life with the help of others and their belief in us."

(The full story can be found here: Thirty Two Years in the Business of Franchising)

BKE ANNOUNCES MILITARY VETERANS FRANCHISE PROGRAM

"February 2, 2010 - McLean, VA – BookKeeping Express, the first U.S. franchise focused solely on certified bookkeeping services, has announced it is offering a 20% discount on franchises for qualified military veterans. The savings will equal $6,000. BookKeeping Express enacted this program in hopes of providing honorably discharged veterans with a lucrative business opportunity.


“Many veterans often have a strong accounting background and have wonderful organizational skills that come from years of service in our armed forces,” said Greg Jones, chief executive officer of BookKeeping Express. “Not to mention, veterans possess unparalleled drive and dedication. We are honored to provide them with this discount in exchange for their years of sacrifice and service to our Country.” "

Read the full article at franchisewire.com!

BKE'S JACKIE HELTON TEAMS UP WITH WCTV TO BRING YOU THE TAX GUIDE

WCTV's Tax Guide

BookKeeping Express Franchisee Jackie Helton teamed up with local station WCTV to bring the greater Tallahassee area a list of resources to help get through tax season. You can find calculators, credits, resources, refund sources, and even small business tips!