Many a business starts up with a great idea believing that, as in the Field of Dreams film, if they build it, he will come. Then the harsh reality comes…
Meeting contacts for contracts
Love it, or hate it, networking can be good for your business but it isn’t an instant sales opportunity. Networking is about spending time together to get to know each…
The importance of delegation
Some people find it easier to delegate than others. I’m one of the former, perhaps because I find it easier to find people who are better than me? 😉 But…
How to automate your business processes
Start by identifying the most repetitive tasks, or the repetitive steps of larger tasks. For us that is the accounts production, bookkeeping, onboarding new clients, and chasing client records. Choose…
Your business isn’t your family
Okay, some of us run a family business, but it should still be run along professional lines. Employees may underperform and you will need to follow your disciplinary procedures to…
Time Management Tips for Entrepreneurs
If you’re managing a business then you probably have 101 tasks requiring your attention even if you have delegated as much as you can. Schedule tasks in your calendar. Knowing…
How to achieve work-life balance as a business owner
You may have started your business with the intentions of having a better work-life balance or for some other reason and the work is now taking over your life. If…
Cyber security tips for small businesses
When we do a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis for our business cyber security is pretty high up our list of risks. As accountants we hold a lot of…
When can you afford to retire?
At some point we all want to retire from our business so it’s important to understand how that will impact on our future income. For me, this starts with a…
Plan your business like a marathon
Building your business isn’t a sprint but a marathon. It takes a bit of planning. Plan – find a plan that is right for you. Right for where you are…