
What Makes a Financial Strategy Actually Work?
When a financial strategy really works, it pairs real goals to clear plans, uses numbers to direct decisions, and remains adaptable in a shifting marketplace.

When a financial strategy really works, it pairs real goals to clear plans, uses numbers to direct decisions, and remains adaptable in a shifting marketplace.

Key Takeaways Small businesses succeed through financial consulting. From enhancing fiscal sustainability to managing regulatory burdens and fulfilling future infrastructure plans, financial consultants offer customized,

Key Takeaways Don’t Commingle Personal And Business Funds – Avoid commingling funds by using separate bank accounts to keep your finances in order and tax

Key Takeaways: Choosing the right business structure impacts tax planning, liability protection, and business growth. Different structures have unique tax obligations, including pass-through taxation and

Key Takeaways: Poor cash flow management can threaten business stability, but consultants help optimize payment processes and build cash reserves. A lack of clear budgeting

Key Takeaways: Running a business in today’s complex, ever-evolving market can be challenging, especially without the expertise of a Business Growth Advisory. Many businesses struggle

Key Takeaways: Did you know that 40% of Americans don’t have enough savings, or retirement planning, to cover a $400 emergency? Starting your journey toward

Key Takeaways: First-time small business owners must prioritize accounting and hire an accountant from day one to ensure financial health and success. Proper accounting practices

Hiring a business goal implementation consultant in San Francisco provides a great return on investment. Individuals and teams will become champions of beating the clock,

Key Takeaways: In the competitive world of small businesses, having a robust growth strategy is like fuel to a rocket. It propels your company forward,
With 27 years of experience, Joel S. Smith, CPA helps business owners make sense of their finances and drive profitability. A UC Berkeley grad with a Master’s in Taxation, he’s a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
Joel has worked across industries like real estate, construction, and professional services. As a member of the CFO Project, he provides business owners with the clarity and strategy they need to grow.


