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07/17/2026

The Best Use of AI Might Surprise You
Everyone talks about AI saving time.
But one of its greatest strengths may be helping business owners think more strategically.
AI can help you:
• Explore new ideas
• Compare pricing strategies
• Identify operational bottlenecks
• Brainstorm solutions to challenges
• Generate questions you may not have considered
Sometimes the real value isn't the answer.
It's the better question.
When combined with solid financial data and business experience, AI becomes a powerful planning tool.
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For years, small businesses have looked for ways to do more with limited time and resources. Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming one of the most practical tools available—not because it...

07/16/2026

AI Is Powerful—But Verification Still Matters
AI can generate content in seconds.
That doesn't mean it's always correct.
Business owners should remember:
✅ AI can make mistakes.
✅ AI can misunderstand context.
✅ AI can provide incomplete information.
✅ AI can sound confident while being wrong.
Whether you're creating marketing content, reviewing business ideas, or analyzing information, human review is still critical.
Technology should support decision-making—not replace it.
Good judgment remains one of the most valuable business skills.
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For years, small businesses have looked for ways to do more with limited time and resources. Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming one of the most practical tools available—not because it...

07/15/2026

AI Should Eliminate Tasks, Not Jobs
One of the biggest misconceptions about AI is that it's designed to replace people.
The reality?
Most successful businesses are using AI to eliminate repetitive tasks—not valuable employees.
Think about how much time is spent each week:
✔ Writing emails
✔ Drafting social media posts
✔ Organizing notes
✔ Summarizing meetings
✔ Researching ideas
AI can help complete those tasks faster, allowing employees to focus on customer service, problem-solving, and relationship-building.
Technology is most valuable when it gives people more time to do what people do best.
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For years, small businesses have looked for ways to do more with limited time and resources. Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming one of the most practical tools available—not because it...

07/14/2026

🚀 New Blog: AI Is No Longer Optional for Small Business
Artificial Intelligence is no longer just for large corporations with massive technology budgets. Today's small business owners are using AI to draft emails, create content, summarize meetings, organize information, and save valuable time.

But here's the key: AI works best when paired with human expertise and good judgment.
In our latest blog, we explore:
✅ Practical ways small businesses are using AI
✅ Where AI can increase efficiency
✅ The risks every business owner should understand
✅ Why financial oversight still matters
✅ How AI can improve decision-making without replacing people

Technology is changing the way businesses operate. The businesses that thrive will be the ones that combine smart tools with strong financial information and experienced leadership.

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For years, small businesses have looked for ways to do more with limited time and resources. Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming one of the most practical tools available—not because it...

07/13/2026

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07/10/2026

Celebrating a Great Month at GLM
A little self-promotion today.
June was a special month for GLM Accounting.

We were honored to be named the Village of Schaumburg's Business of the Month
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AND our own Carrie Hale was recognized nationally as one of Insightful Accountant's 2026 Top U.S. Tax Advisors. https://zurl.co/rpt4Y

These recognitions reflect the hard work of our team and the trust our clients place in us every day.

Thank you to our clients, referral partners, and community for being part of our journey.

I am honored to share that GLM Accounting has been recognized as the Village of Schaumburg's Business of the Month for June. The recognition was presented during a dinner hosted by the Village of...

07/09/2026

Six Tax Questions to Ask Now
Most tax-saving opportunities don't happen in April.
They happen throughout the year while you still have time to make decisions.

In this week's blog, we discuss six questions that can help you:
✔ Improve cash flow
✔ Make smarter financial decisions
✔ Avoid common tax-planning mistakes
✔ Focus on long-term wealth instead of just reducing taxes

Good tax planning is a year-round process. Read more: https://zurl.co/5uX1x

Six Tax Questions to Start Asking Now—Not Next April Once tax season ends, most people are happy to stop thinking about taxes. But waiting until next spring to revisit the topic can be an expensive...

07/08/2026

Winning Businesses Are Disciplined
Many businesses are still growing despite economic uncertainty.
The difference isn't luck—it's discipline.

The businesses seeing the best results are:
• Investing in efficiency
• Managing cash flow carefully
• Building strong community relationships
• Planning ahead instead of reacting late
Growth isn't about doing more. It's about consistently doing the right things.
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​ Chicago Businesses Are Growing—But the Ones That Win Will Be Disciplined There’s a shift happening. Despite rising costs and ongoing uncertainty, many Chicago-area small and mid-sized...

07/07/2026

This week's GLM newsletter is out!
We're discussing what winning businesses are doing differently right now, six tax questions you should be asking before next tax season, and sharing a couple of exciting milestones for GLM.

Inside you'll find insights on:
✅ Business growth and discipline
✅ Cash flow and planning strategies
✅ Year-round tax planning
✅ GLM being named Schaumburg Business of the Month
✅ Carrie Hale's national recognition as a Top U.S. Tax Advisor

Take a few minutes to read through the latest business insights and updates.

07/06/2026

Networking this week:

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