Our director, Craig, talks about his journey in volunteering. Zen is pleased to support him in his work. Having been a chartered accountant for many years, I’m always getting asked to act as treasurer, adviser, etc, for charities and groups. I’ve always wanted to put back into my community and have been a treasurer and […]
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What Yoga Can Teach Us About Business (7 Simple Ideas) – Our director, Craig, offers some examples:Many of you probably know I’m a qualified yoga teacher. The longer I practise yoga, the more I realise the lessons don’t stay on the mat — they show up in business and life too. Here are seven parallels
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Last week I returned from a meditation retreat. No phone. No reading, no writing. No notifications. No conversations.Just breath, presence and time… which turned out to be the most confronting part.Most of us say we’re “busy.”However, what the retreat revealed to me is that being busy and being intentional are two entirely different things.When there’s
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If you’re self-employed or run your own limited company and your partner helps out in the business, you might have wondered if you can pay them a wage. Even if they don’t, maybe you’re looking for smart ways to manage tax and household income more efficiently. Whatever the reason, this is one of the most
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Have you ever considered applying for a business grant but weren’t sure when to start? Many business owners either miss the boat or leave money on the table because of a few common misconceptions. Here are the three biggest myths around timing (and what to do instead), so you can get ahead and give your
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You’ve built something solid. The team’s growing, the numbers are bigger, and the decisions carry more weight. With that growth comes complexity, especially when it comes to finances. What used to be simple gut calls now need serious planning, forecasting, and strategy. This is when you could use a Finance Director (FD) or, as often
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As your business grows, so does the financial complexity. At some point, you realise that spreadsheets and end-of-year tax prep just aren’t enough. You need someone who can take a closer look at your finances, or even a strategic view of your future. That’s when many business owners ask:“Do I need an accountant… or is
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Looking for ways to boost your business finances without taking on more debt? Business grants could be the solution. Unlike loans, business grants don’t need to be paid back, making them an attractive option for businesses looking to invest in growth, innovation or recovery. So what exactly are they, who’s eligible, and how can you
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It’s one of the most common questions we get: “Can my company pay for a garden office?” The answer is yes, partly, but the rules are more complex than they seem. Like with everything involving HMRC, there are conditions to follow and boxes to tick, so you need to know what you can and can’t
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This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get from business owners, and for good reason. The move from sole trader to limited company can be a big step, but it can also unlock significant tax savings. So, when does it make sense to switch? We’ve put together this mini-guide to help you