What are the essential ingredients for your business to reach its full potential? Find out in our seminar. Kick off the new working year on a high and join Marie Donaldson for this inspiring two-hour event designed to help you build a better business. Our Build a...

One of the questions I’m asked most often is: ‘How do I choose the right accountant?’ It’s not as easy as you’d think. In an age where accountants’ roles have evolved and technology has changed the landscape from the traditional accountancy model, there’s a lot to...

Lack of cash flow is one of the main reasons businesses fail. If you’re struggling with cash flow, here’s how to improve it. According to the Office of National Statistics, cash flow problems account for up to 90% of business closures in the first five...

There are so many accounting packages out there, it can be tricky to know which ones will best support your needs. We’ve rounded up five of the best small business accounting apps to help you choose the right package for your business. 1. Quickbooks QuickBooks by...

Spring is in the air, and it’s a great opportunity to clear out the old and make way for the new. Here’s what to do. There are so many benefits to a good spring clean. Nothing helps you feel quite so in control as getting on top of your finances. Over the years,...

As February is the month of love, we’re talking all about how to build both a life and business that you absolutely adore. When a business owner is genuinely passionate about what they do, it shows. Even if they have a team, customers can tell whether their passion...

What are your New Year’s resolutions? January always gives us an opportunity to re-evaluate our goals and think about all the things we want to achieve in the months ahead. Maybe this will be the year you take that dream holiday, start a healthier lifestyle,...

With so many of our everyday business operations taking place online, it’s surprising that tax returns can still be filed on paper. But that’s about to change. HMRC’s new programme of digitisation will require all businesses and organisations to maintain digital...

Love it or dread it, networking with other business contacts can be highly beneficial for your business – if done properly.  Knowing the right people can create new leads, help you source new suppliers, gain funding for a project or create future partnerships....

How often do you reward yourself as a business owner? I don’t mean paying yourself a salary or taking a dividend, but giving yourself a reward for something you’ve achieved? It’s so easy when you’re running a small business to see what...