Small Business Stories

The floral industry worked the same way for about a hundred years - until UrbanStems came along.

McLure's Pickles processes eight to ten thousand cucumbers a day. The range of products includes relish, potato chips, brine, and more

Keeping cops in shape and running a few gyms is all in a day’s work for Kelly Kennedy. Here’s how she handles her financial admin, while staying sane.

The Stash Wealth founder shares the gritty details of what it's like building a business, and why people who glamorize entrepreneurship just don't get it.

Part design agency, part online business, GFDA uses profanity and bold design to inspire millions of fans and customers around the world.

How one entrepreneur keeps her business flexible with Bench and Freshbooks.

When Ryan Olson launched his beard oil company from home, his front room was "like a slip 'n slide."

The way Shantell Martin talks about her work is telling. She’s decisive. Direct. Any sense of romanticism is kept to a minimum.

The rising star in SaaS marketing shares his story of his financially challenged side hustle, and why execution > ideas.

Samuel Hulick's business is to criticize other businesses. And the world loves him for it.

In founding Boutique Japan, entrepreneurs Andres Zuleta and Christina Soto have achieved a lifestyle many of us dream about.

Jameson Morris shares six lessons he's learned from building multiple subscription box businesses.

Bria uses Bench to keep herself accountable and make decisions based on metrics and numbers, not emotion. Bench’s regular reports and real-time financial dashboard allow Bria to see where her business stands every time she logs in. In fact, Bria has found Bench to be so imperative, that she’s incorporated it into her Black Women Sales Academy.

Chez Realty's co-founders discuss how partnering with Bench for bookkeeping and Side for brokerage helped streamline operations, improve financial health, and manage real estate fluctuations. Learn about their transition from QuickBooks, the benefits of real-time financial visibility, and their journey from solo agents to business owners.

“Without (real time financial data), I’d just be going off on my own guesswork. You can go off what you’re achieving, but when it actually comes to your books, and you’re saying, ‘Ok, well what’s my spend breakdown?’ and ‘What’s my cash flow?’ then you can make the decisions that really move your business forward,” says fashion entrepreneur McKenzie Thompson.

Step into the world of Stephen Works, a dynamic gaming entrepreneur mastering the art of juggling multiple income streams with SpringSims, LLC. From his early days sharing his love for the Sims to creating a buzz on Twitch and YouTube, Stephen's journey is a tale of growth, innovation, and smart business strategies. Explore how he skillfully manages his finances using Bench and Freshbooks, and gain valuable insights on leveraging video and networking for business success.

Jessica Irwin took a creative leap into entrepreneurship brought Bench along as a trusted partner even before the business officially launched. Read how Bench's expert financial guidance and tools helped Violet Moon Jewelry navigate the complexities of business finances, from basic bookkeeping to strategic investment decisions.

Paloma Concordia talks about money mindset and why investing in yourself and tools like Bench Accounting and FreshBooks always pays off. This California-based public relations and brand expert is looking at the next chapter of her career and leveraging Bench's financial insights to stay prosperous and agile on the long, winding path to retirement.

Raised in a family of small business owners, Lyndsey always aspired to be an entrepreneur. Learn how she successfully transitioned from a full-time job to entrepreneurship, and how, with the help of Bench for bookkeeping, she focused on her core mission.

Patty Dominguez, a successful business coach and entrepreneur, credits Bench Accounting for its crucial role in her financial management journey. From her corporate disconnect to entrepreneurial success, Patty emphasizes the importance of staying in her "zone of genius" and outsourcing tasks like bookkeeping to Bench. With Bench's real-time data and financial reporting tools, she keeps a close eye on her business's financial health, and the platform helps her manage expenses and subscriptions.

Ross Chanowski partnered with Bench and Gusto to streamline accounting, HR, and payroll for NuMarket's restaurant crowdfunding, enabling more time to support local eateries. Explore their journey from a pandemic-born idea to efficient business growth.

How seasoned entrepreneur Steve Schmidt bounced back from a financial setback with the help of Bench Accounting. Explore his inspiring journey and learn how professional bookkeeping services can be a game-changer for entrepreneurs.

Learn how Bench's bookkeeping support enabled Natasha Eubanks, in her journey as an entertainment blogger, to overcome financial challenges and establish a digital haven for Black Hollywood enthusiasts.

Ash Ambirge started The Middle Finger Project while living in her car. Hear her story in her own words.

Josh Bauerle, aka "CPA on Fire" is a different kind of CPA: building his audience through blogging, and scaling his practice through automation and strategic outsourcing.

ClassPass founder Payal Kadakia shares about dancing for creative breakthrough, finding product/market fit, and staying connected to your "why."

David Cohen, founder of Techstars, shares his story about the early days of getting started and lessons learned along the way.

Herschel Supply Co. cofounder Lyndon Cormack shares his unique take on what makes his company so successful—logistics.

Before he wrote Profit First and launched a movement, Mike Michalowicz was filing for bankruptcy and turning down charity from his nine-year old daughter.

Director X is one of the top directors in the music industry. But his first shoot was a failure that drove him to study his craft.

David Cohen (investor in Uber, ClassPass, and hundreds more) basically gives business advice for a living. Here's his most common advice to young companies.

Sugarfina cofounder Rosie O'Neill tells her story of moving from Mattel to open a candy store for adults.

Mejuri CEO Noura Sakkijha found a better way to buy jewelry. Then she had to convince investors to help her change an industry they didn't understand.

Preston Lee started Millo.co, but didn't find breakthrough until he started looking at financial reports.

Before he ran the biggest junk removal service in the world, Brian Scudamore was hiding in his office, wondering how to reset a culture he wasn’t proud of.

Charles Chang, co-founder of Vega, went all in for his vision—and thinks you should too.

Find out how Rise, led by Kahl Orr, stayed financially nimble with Bench's help, paving the way for smart decisions and gaining valuable entrepreneurial insights.

In his journey as a digital advertising expert at ascendiMedia, Trevor Sheffield found a way to double spending and nurture customer loyalty. Discover how he achieved this feat by partnering with Bench for bookkeeping and gain valuable entrepreneurial insights along the way.

Learn how partnering with Bench's bookkeeping platform empowered attorney Taylor Tieman to focus on her strengths, grow her firm, and provide exceptional legal services. Explore the transformative journey of streamlined financial management.

With an emphasis on systems and tools for her clients, Kamila Gorina knew she’d need her own tools in place in order to grow her business the way she wanted to. One of those ended up being Bench.

Learn how Bench Accounting helped small business owner Kat Niambi regain control of her finances and focus on her passion for spiritual counselling. Discover how Bench's software solution and expert help allowed Kat to get her books back on track.

Learn how digital marketer Myca Williamson combines business strategy with creative storytelling for small businesses. Discover how Bench streamlines finances, saving time and enabling focus on creative pursuits.

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Patrick McKenzie is driven by a strong work ethic, but not the kind you see touted in business journals and productivity books.

The self-made entrepreneur writes about behavioral psychology, habit formation, and personal improvement twice a week, every week, on James Clear ...

Luke explains that they approach tax with “a level of mindfulness and intentionality that enables you to plan, and stay in control.” To do that, ...

Curious to understand how she balances creativity and commerce, we met with Nadia in Dumbo. She shared what it means to have a physical presence ...

We sat down to chat with Monika Rose about her journey as an entrepreneur and a partner with Bench. Through her online courses, Monika helps ...

The AMIGA founder and immigration lawyer shares how she overcame incredible odds to rebuild her life and run her practice.

The founder of lululemon, Westbeach, and Kit and Ace talks about missed trends, failure, and what it takes to create a future no one's ...

One of Bench's partners, Bob Crane of Fix Your Tax Problem, got into the tax resolution business because he knew it firsthand.

Why one entrepreneur is betting on himself before he gets investors.

Boxelder Consulting is a tax resolution firm with clients in 50 states. Here's how they solved bookkeeping.