I love what I do but I also like to spend quiet time away from my business. This is the life part of my work-life balance. Now that my kids…
One does not simply walk into Mordor
This is Gandalf’s response in Tolkien’s ring trilogy when he is asked the way to the evil land of Mordor. As with any challenge Gandalf has three things 1. A…
One touch is enough
No, I’m not talking about sexual harassment but about your admin processes. How often do you open an email or look at a task more than once? How many of…
Celebrating our successes
If you’ve been reading these tips for any length of time you’ll know that I am a great fan of celebrating our successes so that these positive memories remain with…
Social media
This week I have been up in Scotland speaking about social media and how small businesses can use it to punch above their weight. It’s also a great way for…
Money, money, money
Most small businesses fail because they run out of cash. It caught out a lot of people who couldn’t cope while they waited for covid funding came through. Hopefully we’ll…
Stop! Don’t buy that book!
Like most authors I’m delighted when people buy my books (list and links below) but less pleased when they sit on the buyer’s shelf gathering dust. I’m as guilty of…
Making Tax Digital for landlords
Landlords with rental income over £10,000pa, ie charging rent of just £834 per month, will have to join MTD ITSA (Making Tax Digital Income Tax Self Assessment). This means that…
I’m worried about increasing my prices in case I lose clients
It’s a common fear but your existing clients will be less price sensitive if you are doing a good job. Have a look at this example (numbers rounded for simplicity)…
How to increase your prices
Last week I talked about WHY you need to increase your prices but, less talked about is HOW you go about doing it. It’s a lot easier to talk about…