Let’s be honest, running a business is already full-on. The last thing you need is the added stress of managing payroll. It’s not just about making sure everyone gets paid on time (although that’s important!). It’s the admin, the ever-changing tax rules, the deductions…and it all adds up, causing one giant payroll headache. So what […]
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Thinking about buying a business? While it’s an exciting opportunity to take charge of your future and step into being your own boss, before you jump in, it’s worth taking a step back to make sure you’re making the right move. An established business can come with great perks like a ready-made customer base and
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Imagine waking up tomorrow to find your only source of income has vanished. It’s a nightmare scenario that many of us never prepare for. Whether it’s a job loss, a downturn in business, or an unforeseen life event, having all your financial eggs in one basket can leave you vulnerable. Think it wouldn’t happen to
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Attracting and retaining top talent remains one of the biggest challenges for small business owners. The competition for skilled employees is fierce, and with workplace expectations continually evolving, understanding what your team truly wants is more important than ever. If you know what your employees want, you can create an environment that retains talent and
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Mistakes within a team can be frustrating and costly, particularly for business owners who are trying to grow. Sure, occasional errors are inevitable and will happen over time. However, recurring mistakes may signal deeper ones that need addressing – ones that could lead to inefficiencies, financial losses, and even damage to your business’s reputation. So,
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Let’s be honest, bookkeeping is rarely the highlight of a business owner’s day. But the good news? It’s come a long way. Thanks to cloud-based tools, managing your finances doesn’t have to be a time-consuming headache. The right tools can make bookkeeping quicker, easier, and more efficient. If you’re still buried in paper receipts or
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What is “great” bookkeeping, and why should you care as a business owner? When accountants and bookkeepers talk about ‘great bookkeeping’, it’s easy to zone out, especially since bookkeeping feels like a chore for many business owners. However, this mindset could be holding your business back! Bookkeeping isn’t just about putting numbers into a software
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In business (and life for that matter!), the only consistent thing, is change. So the question is, “How can you move your business forward when you’re constantly facing uncertainty?” Whether it’s a pandemic disrupting supply chains or a new national government, geopolitical shifts like Brexit rewriting trade rules, uncertainty tests every organisation’s resilience. However, it
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For small companies, obtaining tax-efficient funding involves leveraging various schemes and incentives that minimise tax liabilities while maximising capital inflow. These schemes are designed to attract investment by offering tax reliefs to investors, making it more appealing for them to invest in small and growing businesses. Several government-endorsed tax incentives have been implemented to encourage
Every business experiences its ups and downs, with periods where the workload spikes and feels never-ending. Typically, during busy periods, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by a mountain of customer demands, emails, and fires to put out…sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. Many business owners and professionals encounter this ebb and flow. But before
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