I have been lucky enough to continue working throughout this pandemic and have met with a lot of new people via Zoom. Although I am definitely more of a people person, utilising Zoom for new client meetings has not only saved me time, but also allowed my customers to see first-hand how I operate which […]

If you’re reading this blog, then you already know how important cash flow is. Cash flow is the mainstay of your business. Positive cash flow means you can successfully run and grow your business, and negative cash flow — well, that needs addressing. Send Invoices Right Away Sales invoices are the lifeblood of a small […]

You are a sole trader with a small business and most probably collating your paperwork and submitting your self assessment. So, do you really need a bookkeeper or accountant? Although it is not a mandatory requirement, there are some huge benefits of hiring a bookkeeper or accountant to submit your return. Most small business owners […]

It’s not so long ago that stress and mental health was a total taboo subject in the workplace, however with awareness campaigns, much like today ‘National Stress Awareness Day’ and so much in the media it is now talked about in businesses. So, as a small business owner what can help you stay calm and […]

My whole business is based on the back of office but I recognise how important Marketing is in order to run a successful business which is why I am a huge believer in Networking and having an online presence. So, although marketing isn’t my expertise, I wanted to share some of the huge benefits it […]

Waiting on payments from customers can be one of the biggest pain-points for any small business. UK SMEs are currently chasing over £50 billion worth of late payments, while the average London-based business is waiting on SEVEN payments at any given time. However, it’s not all doom and gloom. There’s one simple change you can make […]

In order to succeed in the world of business, it is essential for entrepreneurs to find ways to help their company be as proactive as possible. It is very easy for businesses to struggle and dip in performance without a constant effort to improve but it can also be challenging to look for ways to […]

When it comes to bookkeeping, a lot of small business owners quiver at the thought of handling their own accounts, especially if they don’t have a background of it. If you are running a business and have not considered Xero, then you could be missing out.  As much as you find it hard to understand accounts, Xero will make […]

Goals are part of every aspect of business/life and provide a sense of direction, motivation, and a clear focus, especially whilst working from home. By setting goals, you are providing yourself with a target to aim for and a SMART goal is used to help guide goal setting. In case you aren’t aware, SMART is an […]

What is cloud computing? Cloud computing gives users access to data or files wherever they have an internet connection. In today’s ever-changing business climate, it’s critical that small business owners get what they need right when they need it, whether they’re on their computers, tablets or mobile phones – or in the office, out in […]