The Benefits of Participating in Trade Events
Each year there are lots of trade events around the country to help those working in different industries stay informed and ahead of the competition. They provide the perfect opportunity for industry professionals to come together to see and trial the latest innovations and trends, gain insight and knowledge from experts and mingle with like-minded […]
Common Accounting Mistakes to Avoid
For some business owners, bookkeeping is probably their least favourite task. Even those who are confident with bookkeeping may simply not have enough time to do it. However, it is vital that you keep on top of your accounts to prevent mistakes creeping in and money leaking out of your business. Below are some common accounting […]
Organise Your Business for Success!
Business owners wear multiple hats and sometimes keeping track of multiple projects and all of your business responsibilities can be overwhelming. It is imperative that you find methods and tools to stay organised so that things do not slip through the cracks, so that you keep your promises to clients, suppliers and the team, and […]
How your Business Can Thrive During an Economic Downturn
The last time the UK was in a recession was in 2020 following Covid-19. The economy plunged by 10%, making it the worst economic performance for the UK in 300 years. Whilst at the moment, it looks like we will get away with a recession in 2023, that threat still looms. If we are lucky […]
Key Procedures to Ensure Compliance with CIS Regulations
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) provides rules and procedures for construction contractors to follow on how to handle payments to subcontractors and certain other businesses. Contractors are responsible for registering with the scheme, deducting tax from payments to subcontractors, and passing it to HMRC. The scheme covers all construction work including jobs such as site […]
The Power of Numbers in Business
In the intricate world of business, success often hinges on the ability to make informed decisions, and numbers serve as the bedrock upon which these decisions are built. Whether you’re running a small startup or a multinational corporation, the utilisation of numerical data is indispensable for several compelling reasons: 1. Informed Decision-Making Numbers offer an […]
The Benefits of Transferring to Xero Accounting Software
Did you see that Xero sponsored the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia in 2023? Xero is a cloud-based accounting software which is popular worldwide, and it is not hard to understand why. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t work for Xero, nor are they paying me for this endorsement! However, I do have first-hand […]
10 Tips for Building a Business That Thrives in Your Absence
Recently, I’ve taken an extended break from my business to take a three week trip travelling through Thailand with my family. This holiday has been on the cards for some time as my husband and I were meant to go to Thailand for our honeymoon 15 years ago. However, my daughter was born 20 weeks […]
Top Three Types of Business Ownership for Landscaping Businesses.
Businesses vary in size and ownership and as such there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to choosing the appropriate structure. There are various different ownership structures business owners can adopt when setting up, but this can be changed later on if necessary. It is an important decision to make as the type of […]
Increasing Business Profit Using Good Management Practices
I am attending a 12-week management training programme at the moment which is proving very helpful and insightful. In fact, I have implemented already some of the recommended practical tools aimed at improving the management of my daily and weekly workload. My team have introduced the same suggested way of working and are benefitting from […]
