September 3, 2023
Welcome, entrepreneurs, legacy-builders, and stewards of the family business! I’m here to take you on a journey from operations overwhelm to a blissful state of decision-clarity. Buckle up and put your seat in the upright position because we’re about to take off into the fun-filled world of campground accounting. Yes, you read that right, FUN-filled. Because there’s more to taxes than being on time, and there’s more to life than business.
Now, let’s get to the heart of the matter: Is your campground cheap or expensive?
Before you start throwing rotten tomatoes at me for asking such a question, keep your socks on. Let’s borrow a page from ‘DotCom Secrets’ by Russell Brunson, a marketing genius who once asked a room full of hot shots if they’d pay $100,000 for his iPhone. No, he wasn’t suffering from sunstroke. He was simply demonstrating the power of perceived value.
After explaining that the price tag included not just the phone, but also his treasure trove of courses, books, ideas, and a contact list featuring the who’s who of the corporate world, guess what happened? Almost all hands went up! And when he upped the ante to $750,000, three people were ready to part with their dough. Now, that’s some expensive Apple juice!
So, what does this have to do with your campground? Everything!
Are you selling just a campsite with gravel and a plug point for electricity? That’s as exciting as watching paint dry. It’s cheap. But what if you’re offering a weekend of relaxation, with a babbling brook running in the background and a refreshing pool to dip into on a hot summer day? What if you’re selling years of cherished family memories? Now, that’s priceless!
It’s all about how you frame your offering. It’s not just about a campsite. It’s about the experience. It’s about the stories that will be told around the campfire, the laughter echoing through the woods, and the bonds forged under the starlit sky.
So, press play on those bigger ideas. Breathe life into your campground ownership. Let your passion for progressive accounting guide you in exploring options for growing a robust business.
And remember, you’re not just selling a piece of land; you’re selling an experience, an opportunity, an adventure, and a lifestyle. So, is your campground cheap or expensive? You decide.
Get ready to never miss an opportunity, experience, exploration, or understanding again. Let’s elevate your campground game together, shall we?
Stay tuned for more insights and until then, happy camping!
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Donna Bordeaux, CPA with Campground Accounting
Creativity and CPAs don’t generally go together. Most people think of CPAs as nerdy accountants who can’t talk with people. Well, it’s time to break that stereotype. Lively, friendly, and knowledgeable can be a part of your relationship with your CPA, as demonstrated by Donna and Chad Bordeaux. They have over 50 years of combined experience as entrepreneurial CPAs. They’ve owned businesses and helped business owners exceed their wildest dreams. They have been able to help businesses earn many times more profit than the average business in the same industry and are passionate about helping industries that help families build great memories.