GLM, Inc.

06/17/2026

We were honored to be recognized as the Village of Schaumburg's Business of the Month for June.

It was a privilege to attend the recognition dinner with Mayor Tom Dailly, Village Trustees, Branden Cork, members of the Business Development Commission, and other business leaders from across the community.

I was proud to represent GLM alongside Megan Wieszchowski and Carrie Hale. Events like this are a reminder of what makes Schaumburg such a great place to do business—local leaders, organizations, and businesses working together to create opportunities and support growth.

Thank you to the Village of Schaumburg for this recognition and for your continued commitment to the local business community.

06/16/2026

We are honored to share that GLM Accounting has been named the Village of Schaumburg's Business of the Month for June.

This recognition is a reflection of the trust our clients place in us, the relationships we've built throughout the community, and most importantly, the outstanding work our team delivers every day.

I recently wrote a blog sharing more about the award, the recognition dinner, and why this honor really belongs to the entire GLM team.

Take a few minutes to read the story behind the recognition:

👉https://zurl.co/5HZOH

Thank you to the Village of Schaumburg, the Schaumburg business community, our referral partners, and our clients 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...

06/15/2026

Networking this week:

Calendar: https://zurl.co/ide6l

06/13/2026

🧭 The Businesses That Thrive Plan Before They Need To

Many business owners wait until a challenge appears before creating a plan.

The strongest businesses do the opposite.

They:
✔ Understand financing options before they need funding
✔ Review growth opportunities proactively
✔ Build succession plans early
✔ Make decisions based on strategy, not urgency

Planning doesn't eliminate uncertainty.

It helps you navigate it more effectively.

Growth becomes sustainable when it's supported by a clear plan.

06/11/2026

🤝 The Right Room Still Matters

Business owners often focus on getting their name out there.

The better question is:
Are you showing up where the right people are?

Companies actively involved in their communities, business organizations, and networking groups continue to create valuable opportunities through relationships.

The goal isn't to attend every event.

The goal is to be intentional about where you invest your time.

The wrong room costs time.
The right room creates opportunities.

06/10/2026

💻 Technology Should Create Capacity—Not Complexity

Many growing businesses are finding ways to eliminate repetitive tasks through better systems and technology.

The goal isn't to add more software.

The goal is to free up time for activities that actually grow the business:
✔ Sales
✔ Customer relationships
✔ Strategic planning
✔ Team development

Ask yourself:
What task do you or your team repeat every week that could be streamlined?

The answer may reveal your next growth opportunity.

06/09/2026

📈 Chicago Businesses Are Growing—But the Ones That Win Will Be Disciplined

Growth is still happening across the Chicago business community.

But the businesses seeing the strongest results aren't relying on luck. They're making intentional decisions, managing their finances closely, investing in efficiency, and planning ahead.

In our latest GLM blog, we break down four trends we're seeing among successful businesses—and practical steps you can take to strengthen your own company.

✅ Smarter use of technology
✅ Stronger community engagement
✅ Better cash flow management
✅ Strategic planning for growth

Read the full blog and see how your business compares.
https://zurl.co/ubVQr

06/08/2026

Networking this week:

Calendar: https://zurl.co/Z26mY

06/05/2026

📋 Filing an Amended Return Isn't Just About Fixing Mistakes

An amended return may be necessary when there are changes to:
• Income
• Deductions
• Credits
• Dependents
• Tax liability

It's also important to remember that federal changes may impact your state return as well.

Before filing, make sure you understand the full picture.

06/04/2026

⏰ Did You Know There Are Time Limits to Amend a Tax Return?

In most cases, taxpayers have:
📅 Three years from the original filing date, or
📅 Two years from the date taxes were paid

Waiting too long could mean losing the opportunity to claim a refund.

If you've discovered an error on a previously filed return, now may be the time to take action.