[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text]We find ourselves in trying times.
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\nThe order signed by our Governor shuttering most businesses and ordering us to shelter in place is a hardship to so many on so many levels.\u00a0 Many have businesses that were not doing well before this began.\u00a0 Many have businesses that don’t work well in a virtual environment.\u00a0 No matter what your individual circumstance happens to be, unless you are operating a gun store or a toilet paper factory, this probably isn’t a great thing for you, your family, or your business.
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\nEverything that we see or hear is a constant and ever-present reminder of that hardship.\u00a0 You can’t turn on a television, go on social media, or even go outside to the now empty streets, without even so much as a hint of what is happening.
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\nFear surrounds us.\u00a0 Whether we are afraid for our businesses, or keeping our families safe from infection, let’s not act like there isn’t a genuine cause for fear.\u00a0 The fact that there is no end currently in sight, only exacerbates the problem.
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\nBut in these trying times, we entrepreneurs need to step up.\u00a0 Entrepreneurs are the bedrock of any civilized society. What would exist without us?\u00a0 We provide the products, services, and jobs that make civilization possible.\u00a0 Without us, we would all still be living in caves,\u00a0and that entrepreneurial spirit has never been more necessary than it is today.
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\nThis will pass.\u00a0 I began what would ultimately become Accounting Solutions Ltd. on November 15th of 1990.\u00a0 I was a twenty-four year old kid with $6,600 in his jeans and a business plan written on the back of a matchbook. Eight weeks after I began, our armed forces invaded Kuwait and Iraq in Operation Desert Storm.\u00a0 America stopped cold in its tracks.\u00a0 The only thing that anyone did for a month was watch CNN.\u00a0 They certainly weren’t interested in talking to me about my start-up.\u00a0 The environment that I was operating in could not have possibly been worse for a young boy starting a business, but we got through it.\u00a0 We got through it and we prospered.
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\nNever forget that this too shall pass, and that how you get through it will have everything to do with how you address it.
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\nIf you allow fear to control you and your actions, then you will not do well.\u00a0 Be strong and resilient having faith in our shared future.\u00a0 Your customers, your employees, and your suppliers need\u00a0 a reassuring, strong hand at the helm.\u00a0 Your family, your friends, and your community need\u00a0you to be that shining beacon of hope in the storm.\u00a0
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\nLeadership is everything in difficult times,\u00a0 and Entrepreneuring is certainly the job of being a true leader.
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\nMy business, Accounting Solutions Ltd., will remain open during this shut down.\u00a0 The order signed by our Governor requires “Essential Businesses” to remain open.\u00a0 Professional Firms and Financial Institutions as defined\u00a0by the order, are considered “Essential”.\u00a0 But we will do so in a responsible manner, not allowing any in-person meetings by our current or potential clients.
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\nOur state has shut down businesses, but has done absolutely nothing to change or ease our taxation burdens.\u00a0 No taxation rates, due dates on returns, or payment due dates have changed in the Income, Payroll, or Sales Tax Systems.\u00a0 The Federal Government has made changes to help us, but The State of Illinois has done absolutely nothing in these trying times.\u00a0 They have shut down our businesses, but still expect their money paid timely and completely.\u00a0 Any of you that know me, know that I am fond of saying that, “Taxation is neither reasonable nor fair.”\u00a0 This is certainly more true now than ever before.
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\nAccounting Solutions Ltd. remains open and true to our mission.\u00a0 We will continue to protect our clients, their families, and their businesses.\u00a0 If you need help, or even if you would just like to have someone to talk to, we stand ready.
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\nAs we go through these difficult times, try to make the most of it.\u00a0 I was able to play a game of chess with my daughter yesterday, while she is home from DePaul.\u00a0 I even handled some of the things on my Honey-Do-List.\u00a0 Enjoy your families, reassuring them that they are safe, loved, and respected.
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\nBe the Entrepreneurial Leader that you were born to be.\u00a0 Be the calm in the middle of the storm that\u00a0your family needs.\u00a0 Have the strength and the courage\u00a0necessary to control and influence your destiny.
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\nHelp to lead our community to a better tomorrow.\u00a0 I remain,
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\nSincerely yours.
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\nChris Amundson
\nPresident
\nAccounting Solutions Ltd.
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We find ourselves in trying times. The order signed by our Governor shuttering most businesses and ordering us to shelter in place is a hardship to so many on so many levels.\u00a0 Many have businesses that were not doing well before this began.\u00a0 Many have businesses that don’t work well in a virtual environment.\u00a0 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"We find ourselves in trying times.\r\n \r\nThe order signed by our Governor shuttering most businesses and ordering us to shelter in place is a hardship to so many on so many levels.\u00a0 Many have businesses that were not doing well before this began.\u00a0 Many have businesses that don't work well in a virtual environment.\u00a0 No matter what your individual circumstance happens to be, unless you are operating a gun store or a toilet paper factory, this probably isn't a great thing for you, your family, or your business.\r\n \r\nEverything that we see or hear is a constant and ever-present reminder of that hardship.\u00a0 You can't turn on a television, go on social media, or even go outside to the now empty streets, without even so much as a hint of what is happening.\r\n \r\nFear surrounds us.\u00a0 Whether we are afraid for our businesses, or keeping our families safe from infection, let's not act like there isn't a genuine cause for fear.\u00a0 The fact that there is no end currently in sight, only exacerbates the problem.\r\n \r\nBut in these trying times, we entrepreneurs need to step up.\u00a0 Entrepreneurs are the bedrock of any civilized society. What would exist without us?\u00a0 We provide the products, services, and jobs that make civilization possible.\u00a0 Without us, we would all still be living in caves,\u00a0and that entrepreneurial spirit has never been more necessary than it is today.\r\n \r\nThis will pass.\u00a0 I began what would ultimately become Accounting Solutions Ltd. on November 15th of 1990.\u00a0 I was a twenty-four year old kid with $6,600 in his jeans and a business plan written on the back of a matchbook. Eight weeks after I began, our armed forces invaded Kuwait and Iraq in Operation Desert Storm.\u00a0 America stopped cold in its tracks.\u00a0 The only thing that anyone did for a month was watch CNN.\u00a0 They certainly weren't interested in talking to me about my start-up.\u00a0 The environment that I was operating in could not have possibly been worse for a young boy starting a business, but we got through it.\u00a0 We got through it and we prospered.\r\n \r\nNever forget that this too shall pass, and that how you get through it will have everything to do with how you address it.\r\n \r\nIf you allow fear to control you and your actions, then you will not do well.\u00a0 Be strong and resilient having faith in our shared future.\u00a0 Your customers, your employees, and your suppliers need\u00a0 a reassuring, strong hand at the helm.\u00a0 Your family, your friends, and your community need\u00a0you to be that shining beacon of hope in the storm.\u00a0\r\n \u00a0 \r\nLeadership is everything in difficult times,\u00a0 and Entrepreneuring is certainly the job of being a true leader.\r\n \r\nMy business, Accounting Solutions Ltd., will remain open during this shut down.\u00a0 The order signed by our Governor requires \"Essential Businesses\" to remain open.\u00a0 Professional Firms and Financial Institutions as defined\u00a0by the order, are considered \"Essential\".\u00a0 But we will do so in a responsible manner, not allowing any in-person meetings by our current or potential clients.\r\n \r\nOur state has shut down businesses, but has done absolutely nothing to change or ease our taxation burdens.\u00a0 No taxation rates, due dates on returns, or payment due dates have changed in the Income, Payroll, or Sales Tax Systems.\u00a0 The Federal Government has made changes to help us, but The State of Illinois has done absolutely nothing in these trying times.\u00a0 They have shut down our businesses, but still expect their money paid timely and completely.\u00a0 Any of you that know me, know that I am fond of saying that, \"Taxation is neither reasonable nor fair.\"\u00a0 This is certainly more true now than ever before.\r\n \r\nAccounting Solutions Ltd. remains open and true to our mission.\u00a0 We will continue to protect our clients, their families, and their businesses.\u00a0 If you need help, or even if you would just like to have someone to talk to, we stand ready.\r\n \r\nAs we go through these difficult times, try to make the most of it.\u00a0 I was able to play a game of chess with my daughter yesterday, while she is home from DePaul.\u00a0 I even handled some of the things on my Honey-Do-List.\u00a0 Enjoy your families, reassuring them that they are safe, loved, and respected.\r\n \r\nBe the Entrepreneurial Leader that you were born to be.\u00a0 Be the calm in the middle of the storm that\u00a0your family needs.\u00a0 Have the strength and the courage\u00a0necessary to control and influence your destiny.\r\n \r\nHelp to lead our community to a better tomorrow.\u00a0 I remain,\r\n \r\nSincerely yours.\r\n \r\nChris Amundson\r\nPresident\r\nAccounting Solutions Ltd.\r\n773-267-7500","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"yoast_head":"\n