Factual Friday: 60% of Small Business Owners Don’t Understand Their Finances
Let’s change that—without turning you into an accountant
According to a recent survey by Intuit QuickBooks, 60% of small business owners say they aren’t confident in their accounting or finance knowledge.
That’s a big number—and it’s a big problem. Because when you don’t understand your numbers, you’re not really running your business. You’re guessing.
Let’s look at Lena’s story (she’s fictional—but her struggles are very real). Lena runs a small graphic design studio in Rogers, Arkansas. She’s brilliant at branding, logos, and client experience. But when it came to her books?
Total confusion.
She used to avoid bookkeeping for months at a time. She didn’t know if she was profitable. She hoped she was charging enough. And every year at tax time, she’d hand over a messy spreadsheet and hope her accountant didn’t judge her.
The result?
Overpaid taxes. Missed deductions. Constant low-level financial stress.
Eventually, Lena realized that avoiding her numbers wasn’t helping—it was holding her back. So she joined the DBR Bookkeeping Online Community, got support, and started building better systems.
Now, she:
Knows exactly what she earns (and keeps)
Can price her services with confidence
Feels in control of her business for the first time
You don’t need to become a CPA to manage your books—you just need simple systems, consistent support, and someone who speaks entrepreneur and finance.
I’m Dr. Bryan Raya, QuickBooks ProAdvisor and founder of DBR Bookkeeping. I help small business owners like Lena take control of their finances, one step at a time.
👉 Want to finally understand your books?
Join the DBR Bookkeeping Online Community:
https://www.skool.com/dbr-bookkeeping-8561/about
📅 Or book a free 30-minute consult:
https://calendly.com/dbr_bookkeeping/30-minute-zoom-consultation-call
Let’s take the guesswork out—and start doing business right.
FAQ: Small Business Finance Confidence & DBR Bookkeeping
What if I don’t understand bookkeeping at all?
You’re not alone. DBR Bookkeeping teaches basic bookkeeping and financial management in a simple, supportive way—no jargon or judgment.
Is DBR Bookkeeping only for established businesses?
No! We support startups, freelancers, and seasoned business owners alike.
How does DBR Bookkeeping help me feel more confident with money?
We help you build systems, track numbers monthly, and understand key reports like Profit & Loss and cash flow—so you can make smarter decisions with ease.