Don’t rely on your bank account to tell you what financial shape your business is in – here’s what to measure instead. As a care business owner, we’re guessing you didn’t set out to be an accountant or bookkeeper. But as you’ve probably discovered,...

What does it take to make your care business more resilient in these uncertain times? Find out in this month’s insight. In our previous blog posts, we’ve talked about how to build a resilient team and how to be a resilient leader – here, we look at how to build...

In our last blog, we talked about building a resilient care team – but what does it take to be a resilient leader? Leading by example is a critical part of inspiring your team and embedding an internal culture of resilience within your organisation. If you...

Creating a strong and resilient homecare team brings more benefits to business owners than you might think. Resilience is about much more than your ability to cope under pressure. It’s also about how quickly you can bounce back from difficulties. Having a...

Everything you need to know about furloughing staff, calculating wages and making a furlough claim with HMRC. On top of the increase in demand for care services, care companies are also having to juggle their staff resources and navigate a minefield of information...

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 years of...

There are so many accounting packages out there, it can be tricky to know which ones will best support your needs. Here are our Top 5. We’ve rounded up five of the best small business accounting apps to help you choose the right package for your business....

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