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The beginning of a new calendar year is an excellent time to review last year and reflect on what worked, what didn’t, what you’d like to change and new things you want to implement. Take the time to review the year and acknowledge all that has happened, good, bad or indifferent. Examining the year with […]
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You started your business to have the freedom of being in charge. But are you actually working harder than ever and drowning in admin, meetings and other demands on your time? Don’t worry, there are ways to get your work/life balance back under control. In this series, we’ll look at the core ways your business […]
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As a small business owner, you might find yourself wondering whether you need a bookkeeper, an accountant, or perhaps both. The roles of bookkeepers can sometimes seem a bit mysterious, but they are crucial to the smooth operation of any business. Bookkeepers are responsible for the organisation, recording, and reporting of financial transactions within a […]
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Inflation may be down but there’s still real uncertainty for business owners. We’ve been trading in challenging times for a number of years now. Knowing what step to take next is a key worry, we know you invest more than simply time and money into your business. It is more than a job but part […]
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The foundational goal of any business is to make a profit. As a business owner, that’s one of your key financial aims – to make enough sales, at a big enough margin, to generate profit from your enterprise. But how does profit differ from cashflow? And why is cash king? How do profit and cashflow […]
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Understanding your finances is a vital part of running your business. But getting down into the nitty gritty of the company accounts isn’t every entrepreneur’s top skill. If you are new to company accounting, or simply want to expand your knowledge, we can help explain the foundational reports. The profit and loss report and the […]
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I’m sure you’ve heard about the need to work ‘on’ your business as well as working ‘in’ your business. But have you ever stopped to think what exactly you should be doing? First some practical distinctions to compare working ‘on’ and working ‘in’. With the above in mind here are the 5 most important activities […]
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Childcare can be one of the biggest expenses for families with young children, and that’s where FamilyBoost comes in. FamilyBoost is a quarterly payment from Inland Revenue that helps eligible households with the cost of early childhood education (ECE). If you’re caring for a child aged 5 or under, you could get up to 25% of […]
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Keeping on top of your cashflow is even more important during tough economic times. With global uncertainty, recent high inflation, energy prices soaring, supply chain challenges, cash is likely to be tight over the coming year. Cloud technology and fintech apps, can give your business the best possible control over its cash. Why is cashflow […]
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At the early stages of your start-up journey, access to credit can be a lifesaver. Cashflow is tight, customer revenue can fluctuate wildly and large-scale bank loans and external funding may be in short supply. In this situation it might seem counterproductive to apply for a business credit card – a move that adds to […]
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The foundational goal of any business is to make a profit. As a business owner, that’s one of your key financial aims – to make enough sales, at a big enough margin, to generate profit from your enterprise. But how does profit differ from cashflow? And why is cash king? How do profit and cashflow […]
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Understanding your finances is a vital part of running your business. But getting down into the nitty gritty of the company accounts isn’t every entrepreneur’s top skill. If you are new to company accounting, or simply want to expand your knowledge, we can help explain the foundational reports. The profit and loss report and the […]
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I’m sure you’ve heard about the need to work ‘on’ your business as well as working ‘in’ your business. But have you ever stopped to think what exactly you should be doing? First some practical distinctions to compare working ‘on’ and working ‘in’. With the above in mind here are the 5 most important activities […]
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Childcare can be one of the biggest expenses for families with young children, and that’s where FamilyBoost comes in. FamilyBoost is a quarterly payment from Inland Revenue that helps eligible households with the cost of early childhood education (ECE). If you’re caring for a child aged 5 or under, you could get up to 25% of […]
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Next post →
Keeping on top of your cashflow is even more important during tough economic times. With global uncertainty, recent high inflation, energy prices soaring, supply chain challenges, cash is likely to be tight over the coming year. Cloud technology and fintech apps, can give your business the best possible control over its cash. Why is cashflow […]
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At the early stages of your start-up journey, access to credit can be a lifesaver. Cashflow is tight, customer revenue can fluctuate wildly and large-scale bank loans and external funding may be in short supply. In this situation it might seem counterproductive to apply for a business credit card – a move that adds to […]
