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Startup tips for new businessowners

Starting a business 2 min read

Startup tips for new business owners

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Starting a business 4 min read

5 benefits of working as an independent contractor

New in Conta

Updates 3 min read

What’s new in Conta? Mobile app, improvements and more!

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Invoicing 3 min read

Invoicing in Figma: How to design a Figma invoice

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Invoicing 5 min read

How to make a ChatGPT invoice

Updates 2 min read

Conta now on mobile: Send invoices for free on iPhone or Android

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Running a business 2 min read

How to create a timesheet in Excel: Free template and guide

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Invoicing 4 min read

How to invoice clients and get paid early (2024)

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Invoicing 3 min read

How to use a PDF invoice generator

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Invoicing 4 min read

How to use a free hotel invoice generator

A person generating an invoice on their phone with the free invoice generator from Conta

Invoicing 5 min read

How to generate an invoice using an invoice generator

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Invoicing 4 min read

Invoice generator vs. invoice software

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Invoicing 3 min read

Invoice generator for freelancers: The best free alternatives in 2024

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Running a business 5 min read

The ultimate guide to liquidity and cash flow

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Starting a business 6 min read

10 reasons why you need a business plan

Invoicing 5 min read

The best Quickbooks alternatives in 2024 (free and paid)

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Invoicing 4 min read

How to generate an invoice in Excel: Excel invoice generator

Invoicing 4 min read

Invoice generator for Word: How can you make an invoice in Word?

A woman making an invoice on her laptop using a free invoice generator

Invoicing 2 min read

Google invoice generator? We explore the top 3 alternatives

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Invoicing 4 min read

What is an invoice generator?

Invoicing 3 min read

How to add a logo when you use an invoice generator

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Invoicing 5 min read

Proforma invoice: What it is and how to use one (2024)

Example of invoices made with invoice generator (Conta, Zoho, Invoice-Generator)

Invoicing 7 min read

The best free invoice generators in 2024

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Invoicing 5 min read

Billing system: What it is and how it works (2024)

Invoicing software for freelancers

Invoicing 10 min read

6 best invoicing software for freelancers in 2024

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Running a business 2 min read

VAT and tax when invoicing

A man at a desk making an invoice on his laptop using Conta

Invoicing 7 min read

How to write an invoice in 5 simple steps (2024)

Invoicing 5 min read

Xero vs Quickbooks: Which is better? (2024)

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Invoicing 4 min read

Template for hotel bill—with an example

A person creating an invoice in Conta on their phone

Invoicing 6 min read

Online invoice creator: The top 5 in 2024 (free and paid)

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Running a business 3 min read

What is a profit and loss statement?

Invoicing for rental: A house with a for rent sign outside

Invoicing 2 min read

Invoicing for rental businesses

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Running a business 7 min read

How to calculate cash flow in 2024—with free cash flow formula

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Running a business 5 min read

10 ways to make your business environmentally friendly

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Starting a business 7 min read

10 common mistakes for small startups

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Starting a business 4 min read

7 tips to succeed as an entrepreneur

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Starting a business 8 min read

How to find a business idea

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Running a business 4 min read

End of financial year checklist

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Starting a business 8 min read

10 mistakes to avoid when starting an online business

Starting a business 4 min read

How to build a strong brand for your startup

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Starting a business 3 min read

How to turn an idea into a business

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Running a business 6 min read

Using social media to promote your business

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Invoicing 4 min read

Freelancer invoice template: How do you use it?

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Invoicing 2 min read

Is it mandatory to send an invoice?

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Invoicing 5 min read

How to make a professional-looking invoice

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Invoicing 2 min read

Invoice example—the free invoicing software Conta

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Running a business 5 min read

8 tips for better sales techniques

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Starting a business 6 min read

How to make a business model and free template

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Running a business 7 min read

Running a business: How to set up a budget

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Running a business 8 min read

How to earn more as a freelancer in 2025

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Starting a business 21 min read

40 business ideas for men

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Running a business 3 min read

5 customer service tips for small businesses

E-invoices increases chance of getting paid on time

Running a business 2 min read

E-invoices increase the chance of getting paid on time

Tax deduction

Running a business 3 min read

Understanding tax deductions for small businesses

Manage and keep track of expenses

Running a business 4 min read

How to manage and keep track of business expenses

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Invoicing 4 min read

10 questions to consider before choosing an invoice software

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Invoicing 4 min read

Efficient invoicing management: Best practices

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Starting a business 8 min read

How to make a budget — the ultimate guide for businesses

Guy that is good at cash flow management.

Running a business 2 min read

Mastering cash flow management for small businesses

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Invoicing 9 min read

How to handle overdue invoices

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