Business

Process thinking

As you know I really believe in the power of systems for running an efficient and rewarding business. But what does that mean? I’m visiting clients at the moment so…

Business

Sustainable business: how to run a paperless office.

Both Hudson Business Advice and Minerva Accountants are paperless businesses. It feels great but, if you have a lot of paper in your business you may wish to start by…

Accountancy

Are timesheets useful?

Anyone who had to do timesheets in an accountancy firm probably remembers how much time they spent/wasted recording their time to the nearest 6 minutes. Then trying to make sure…

Accountancy

How do you work smarter?

There are all sorts of ways to work smarter rather than harder. I usually speak and write about systemising, automating and delegating work but you can achieve a whole lot…

Accountancy

Is work-life balance really achievable?

Yes. I started, grew and finally sold my first business all while working just an average of 25 hours a week. Some weeks were more but others were less. Here’s…

Accountancy

Trading through tough times

Some businesses were founded during a recession:Disney, Microsoft, Google, Facebook and Hudson Business Accountants and Advisers. No matter how bad things are, we all have to do the right things in…

Accountancy

Retirement planning

No matter what age you are it is still worth thinking about how you will save for your retirement. And I don’t just mean saving your teeth.There are 3 main…